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Mount Kenya 5 Days Sirimon Chogoria Hike – EquitorialStar
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Sirimon Chogoria route is one of the best routes for hiking Mount Kenya. On this route you’re guaranteed scenic waterfalls and wildlife among other sights.
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See What Majestic Mount Kenya has to Offer with Sirimon Chogoria Route
Climbing Mount Kenya through Sirimon and Chogoria combines the best scenery and accommodation in huts. It is a relatively gentle climb with enough challenge to keep it exciting. Sirimon on the northwest of Mount Kenya is dry making it pleasant to climb with huge trees and rocky landscape. The descent on the Chogoria route offers the most picturesque scenes like the temple, waterfalls, tarns and wildlife
5 Days Mount Kenya Hike Itinerary Through Sirimon Chogoria Route
Day 1: Nairobi – Sirimon Gate- Old Moses Camp. (3,300m) 3-4 Hrs. 9Km
A drive to Nanyuki town for lunch from Nairobi to the Sirimon Park gate (2660m) at the foot of Mount Kenya. We begin our Mount Kenya hike by climbing up through the towering forest and bamboo before getting to the vast moorland covered with heather that leads to Old Moses (3,300m) for dinner and overnight. This is a gentle trek that takes 3 – 4 hrs. around 680m ascend
Day 2: Old Moses – Shipton Camp (4200m) 7 Hrs.14Km, 900M Ascent
After breakfast we continue climbing Mount Kenya uphill, branching left at the junction. After one hour from Old Moses Camp, the path brings us to Ontulili River where we briefly rest to drink and refill our water bottles. We continue to climb Mount Kenya through the Moorland and crossing Liki North up to Mackinder’s Valley; the view of the main peaks is stunning as they are visible from the valley. We settle for dinner and night rest at the Shipton Camp Mount Kenya (4200m.)
Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Shipton Camp
To better acclimatize to the high altitude of the highest mountain in Kenya, we take a rest day at the Shipton camp. This day consists walking to Hausberg tarns and climbing Oblong gaining an elevation of 370m. We return to the camp for lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing and enjoying Mount Kenya scenic views.
Day 4: Shipton – Point Lenana (4,985m) – Mount Kenya Bandas (2,900m) 11-12 hrs. 785 Ascent, 2,085 Descent.
This day’s Mount Kenya safari starts before dawn at 3.am taking about 4 hours to reach point Lenana in time for the African Sunrise. On dark nights you’ll need a torch, though at times the moon and stars illuminate the rocky path. The soft light of the sunrise makes the view of Mt Kilimanjaro, glaciers and valleys picture perfect. After, descend to the Minto’s hut for a full breakfast. We descend further to Mount Kenya Bandas through the Gorges valley with memorable scenes of the Temple, Lake Michaelson, Mushroom rocks and Giants billiards table mountain.
We finalize our day’s descent down Mount Kenya with dinner and overnight stay at the Mt Kenya Bandas. An added luxury of a hot shower and a warm log fire should have you ready for the next day’s final descent.
Day 5: Meru Bandas - Chogoria Town. 10km
We finish our descent down the highest mountain in Kenya early morning after breakfast, on a wide path sheered by bamboo and rain forest. Finally, we get an awaiting vehicle that will take us to Chogoria town and further to Nairobi arriving early in the evening.
Mount Kenya 5 Days Sirimon Chogoria Hike Package Includes;
All transportation to/from the mountain (private)
All Park fees.
Meals on the Mountain.
Accommodation in mountain huts/ camps.
All guiding and porter services
The Package Excludes;
Personal clothing and equipment
Tips and gratuities for guides and porters
Beverages while not on the mountain
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Route details & planning
Among the best Mount Kenya climbing routes, the Sirimon and Chogoria routes stand out the most. The ascent via Sirimon route provides a gradual climb with few steep sections. Since the route is on the Northern side of the mountain; the dry side, you can expect good weather while climbing Mount Kenya. Sirimon route is also one of the most scenic routes with diverse forest vegetation and wildlife.
The descent via the Chogoria route gives you access to a less crowded, more scenic route with tons of beautiful landscapes. Mount Kenya Chogoria route offers picturesque sights like the Temple and waterfalls. Although this route is a bit harder than Sirimon on the ascent, it makes up for it by providing a thrilling descent.
A 5-day expedition to climb Mount Kenya via Sirimon-Chogoria is the best way to experience the most of what Mt. Kenya has to offer.
Mount Kenya 5-day Sirimon-Chogoria Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Sirimon Gate- Old Moses Camp. (3,300m)
Our journey begins with us picking you up from Nairobi Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). We drive from Nairobi to Nanyuki town where we have Lunch and then proceed to the foot of the Mountain. The drive ends at Sirimon gate and our Mount Kenya hike begins. The first leg of our hike sees us trek uphill through the forest for about 3 hours. Once the forest transitions to moorland our track will divert towards our first campsite. We’ll stop at Old Moses camp for dinner and an overnight stay. 3-4 hrs, 9Km, 680m Ascent
Day 2: Old Moses – Shipton Camp (4200m)
After breakfast, our second day of climbing Mount Kenya begins with a trek uphill as we head towards Ontulili River. We branch at the junction and continue trekking for about an hour. Once we reach the river, we take a brief rest and refill our water bottles. Our Mount Kenya hike continues through the Moorlands towards Mackinder’s Valley. The views from the valley are striking as you’ll be able to see the main peaks. The day’s hike ends at Shipton Camp where we have dinner and an overnight stay. 7 hrs, 14Km, 900m Ascent
Day 3: Shipton Camp - Acclimatizing Day
We spend the majority of this day relaxing and exploring to better acclimatize to the second-highest mountain in Africa. Climbing mt. Kenya on this day will consist of a trekking to Hausberg Tarns and climbing Oblong; two sites that date back to the Little Ice Age. At midday, we head back to camp for Lunch and spend the afternoon relaxing and taking in the sights. This day also sees us resting early in preparation for the summit. climatization Day
Day 4: Shipton – Point Lenana (4,985m) – Bandas Mount Kenya (2,900m)
The day starts early at 3 AM so we can catch the African sunrise atop the highest Mountain in Kenya. We begin hiking up Mount Kenya through a steep stony quarry. This part of our Mount Kenya hike will take 3 hours of trekking through the dark; but with hand held torches, well-rested bodies, and the peak so close, it’ll be over before you know it. On point Lenana, we’ll watch the alluring sunrise slowly bathe the land and sky in soft golden light. You’ll also find the view of mt. Kilimanjaro’s snowcapped peak reflecting the sunrise worth every step. Our descent via Mount Kenya Chogoria route will first take us to Minto’s camp for breakfast. Shortly after, we’ll continue trekking towards Mount Kenya Bandas. The descent will see us go through memorable sites like Gorges valley, the Temple, Lake Michaelson, Mushroom rocks, and Giants Billiards Table Mountain. We end our day’s hike at Mount Kenya Bandas where we pitch tent and have an overnight stay. 11-12 hrs. 785m Ascent, 2,085m Descent.
Day 5: Mount Kenya Bandas – Nairobi
After breakfast, we continue down the mountain following Mount Kenya hiking trails. We’ll pass by the bamboo and rainforest as we head towards the foot of the mountain. At the foot, we’ll find a vehicle awaiting us. We say goodbye to the mountain and head to Nairobi. Our journey ends in Nairobi early in the evening. 10km
Climb Mount Kenya in 5 Days Via the Chogoria-Sirimon Route
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