6 Days 5 Nights Mount Kenya Trekking Sirimon out Chogoria Route

The Sirimon Track is one of the finest approaches to the peak area. It offers some of the best views of the main peaks, with a gradual climb, which can be done leisurely. We traverse the mountain by ascending the Sirimon Track.

Day 1:Climbing Mount Kenya  Nairobi – Nanyuki

Depart Nairobi in the morning accompanied by your mountain guide driving through the beautiful Kikuyu land in central Kenya and arriving Nanyuki in time for lunch. Afternoon walk to the equator for acclimatization. Dinner and overnight in a budget hotel.

Day 2:Mount Kenya Climb  Nanyuki – Old Moses Camp

After breakfast drive to Sirimon gate (2550 meters) and after a quick check- in, start the hike through the rain forest for nine (9 kms. ) to Old Moses camp (3300m ) for dinner and overnight. Approximate walking time 4hrs.

Day 3:Mount Kenia Trek Old Moses – Shipton Camp

After breakfast hike through the moorland heading to Liiki Valley then down to Mackinders Valley with picnic lunch en-route arriving Shipton camp (4500m ) in the late afternoon . Dinner and overnight at the camp. Approx walking time 6/7 hrs for 14kms.

Day 4:Mt Kenya Climbing Shipton Camp – Acclimatization

Your day of acclimatization. Hike around Shipton peaks (4500m) near the Batian base returning in good time for lunch. Dinner and overnight at the camp.

Day 5:Mt Kenia Climb Point Lenana – Chogoria

Early morning departure (0300hrs) for a 3hrs walk to the summit (Point Lenana at 4985m) arriving approx 0630hrs. Enjoy the scenery with the sun rise and after taking your photos descend to Mintos Hut for full breakfast. Then further descent through the beautiful gorges and Lake Elies at a far distance. Proceed to Chogoria Banda (Mt. Kenya Lodge 2900m) for dinner and overnight. Approx walking time 12hrs.

Day 6:Monte Kenya Climb Chogoria – Back to Nairobi

After breakfast set on a morning walk for 15 kilometers to meet the 4wd vehicle which will take you to Chogoria where you will have your lunch, then you will get transport back to Nairobi.

End of Sirimon Chogoria 6 Day Traverse

2021 Mount Kenya Climbing Prices

US$1,545 per person Sharing

Package Includes:

• – All transport
• – Accommodation in the mountain huts
• – All meals while on the climb
• – Park entry fees
• – Services of a qualified and experienced Mountain Guide
• – Services of experienced porters and cook
• – Government taxes

Package Excludes:

– Extras –tips, drinks, telephone, laundry or any other personal expenses

Mount Kenya Climbing Gear- What to bring:

• – Waterproof hiking boots
• – Rain suit, sleeping bags
• – Flashlights
• – Sunglasses balaclava
• – Hand gloves
• – Night shoes
• – Large plastic bags -essential for wetness in case of rain