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Sirimon – Chogoria 4 Days Mount Kenya Hiking Adventure
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Mt Kenya Trekking: Sirimon – Chogoria 4 Days
This 4 days Mount Kenya package provides an adventurous and creative climb by combining two of the most scenic routes up Mount Kenya: Sirimon and Chogoria. The hike gives you a unique, and remarkably diverse trekking experience. The ascent starts from Sirimon coming off the west side of through the dry side of Mount Kenya. Hiking through the Sirimon route gives you great views of its giant trees and rocky terrain. The descent through the Chogoria path, on the other hand, is exactly different with its highland forests and lush bamboos.
The final summiting stretch to Point Lenana can be difficult, but it’s not any harder than any other ascent in East Africa. Unlike Mt Kilimanjaro or the Rwenzoris, the descent after summiting Mount Kenya through Sirimon the descent is generally considered easier.
Day 1: Nairobi - Sirimon gate- Old Moses camp. (3,300m) 3-4 hrs, 9km walk, 680m ascent.
The journey starts with after a pick up in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Nairobi followed by a drive to Nanyuki town. We cross the equator en route to Sirimon Park gate where we have lunch (2660m). After the meal, we begin the Mount Kenya trek through the breathtaking montane forest, bamboo, and giant heather zone. The last stretch of day’s hike continues through the high-altitude moorland before reaching our first camp (Old Moses camp 3,300m) where we have dinner and stay overnight. This gentle stretch takes 3 - 4 hrs at the end of which we’ll have gained an elevation of 680m.
Day 2: Old Moses - Shipton camp (4200m). 7 hrs, 14km, 900m ascent.
After a hearty breakfast, we continue with our ascent, negotiating right at the junction. The hike takes us to Ontulili River before making our way through the Moorland. Along the way, we cross our second river (Liki North River) and continue our ascent until we reach Mackinders Valley. The valley offers amazing panoramic views filled with giant Lobelias of the valley towards the Shipton Camp. The camp’s surreal setting sitting below the towering snowcapped peaks makes the 7-hour trek worthwhile. The local wildlife population is made up of Sunbirds and local Hyrax.
Day 3: Shipton - Pt Lenana (4985m)- Mt Kenya Bandas (2800m) 11-12 hrs, 29km, 785 ascent, 2,085m descent.
On this day we summit Mount Kenya on the third highest peak. For this reason, the day starts at 3.am in order to reach pt Lenana in time to bask in the African sunrise.
The final stretch to pt Lenana starts on frozen scree and continues onto a rocky track. On a cloudless night with a good moon, we’ll barely need a torch. Even without a moon, the light pollution-free sky and the countless stars of the Milky way’s spiral arm bangs on the ground giving you a pretty good view.
The climb takes 3 -4 hours to get to the summit. Once pt Lenana, apart from the mesmerizing sunrise, you also get a great view of Mt. Kilimanjaro from the horizon.
Our descent through Chogoria route begins with a short trek to Minto’s hut where we have breakfast and a short rest. The last stretch of our Mount Kenya hike continues further down to Mount Kenya bandas along gorges valley. On this valley you can enjoy spectacular views of Lake Michaelson, The Temple, Giant billiards table, and Mushroom rocks. We have our final dinner and overnight at the Bandas and enjoy log fires, hot showers, and bedrest.
Day 4: Meru Bandas - Chogoria town - Nairobi.
After breakfast, we meet a vehicle that’ll take us to Chogoria town, then to Nairobi arriving by 17:00hrs.
Mt Kenya Trekking: Sirimon – Chogoria 4 Days 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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Dates, guide availability, group arrangements and final USD pricing are confirmed before payment.
Route details & planning
Mount Kenya Sirimon route is regarded as the most popular route for trekking Mount Kenya for good reason. This route offers a gradual climb with some of the most scenic sites on the mountain. Expect to pass through stunning valleys, cross rivers, and watch diverse landscapes seamlessly transition from one to another.
Mount Kenya Chogoria route, on the other hand, is more difficult than Sirimon. It has a mix of steep and gentle tracks (emphasis on the steep) work well to complement the relative gentleness of Sirimon. And when it comes to scenery, the Chogoria route is often described as the most scenic route of the two.
Safe to say that this route combo is the best to take when trekking Mount Kenya as they perfectly complement each other in difficulty, climate, and diversity.
Our Mount Kenya trekking tours ensure a well-rounded hiking experience with professional guides and porters.
Mount Kenya Hike 4 Days Sirimon – Chogoria Route Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi - Sirimon Park Gate- Old Moses camp. (3,300m) 3 - 4 hrs., 9km walk, 680m ascent
Our journey to trek Mount Kenya begins with a pick-up in Nairobi. We’ll pick you up in Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Nairobi and take a 3-hour drive to Nanyuki town. The drive continues to Sirimon Park Gate where we have lunch before commencing our hike.
We begin trekking Mount Kenya by going through the montane forest and lush bamboo zone. The landscape transitions to the high-altitude heath and moorland as we continue with our trek. Eventually, our Mount Kenya trek brings us to our first camp: Old Moses camp, at 3,300 m of altitude. We have dinner and stay overnight at the camp.
The day’s hike is a gentle one that take 3 – 4 hours and sees us gain a 680m elevation.
Day 2: Old Moses camp - Shipton camp (4200m), 7 hrs., 14km walk, 900m ascent
After breakfast, the trek continues uphill towards Ontulili river. Our track veers right at the junction shortly after leaving camp as we make our way through the moorlands. Once we reach Ontulili River, we rest for a while and refill our water bottles while taking in the scenery.
The journey to climb Mount Kenya continues onwards towards Mackinder’s Valley. Along the way, we cross our second river: Liki North River. The views from Mackinder’s Valley are phenomenal. You’ll be able to see Mount Kenya’s three main peaks (Point Nelion, Batian, and Lenana) to the front and the vast landscapes below. The views from this day are the main reason why Sirimon is considered one of the best Mount Kenya trekking routes.
A full day of trekking Mount Kenya finally brings us to Shipton camp. We have dinner at camp and rest early in preparation for summiting day.
This day’s trek will see us ascend 900m closer to Point Lenana.
Day 3: Shipton camp - Pt Lenana (4985m)- Mt Kenya Bandas (2800m) 11-12 hrs., 29km, 785 ascent, 2,085m descent
The day starts early at 3 am in order to catch the sunrise atop the highest mountain in Kenya. Trekking Mount Kenya on the start of this day takes us through frozen scree onto a rocky path which eventually leads us to Point Lenana.
Although we’ll be hiking Mount Kenya in the dark, we’ll be equipped with handheld torches. If we’re lucky to have a cloudless sky, heaven will light up the way for us.
Once our 3-hour climb brings us to the peak, we’ll watch the African sun rise and illuminate the land. The scene of the sunrise slowly bathing the mountain and the vast landscapes below with golden rays is awe-striking.
We’ll begin our descent via the Mount Kenya Chogoria route after some time on the peak. We’ll take a short trek to Minto’s hut, have breakfast, and rest for a while. The rest of the day will be spent trekking to Mount Kenya Bandas. Along the way, we’ll pass through the Gorges Valley and enjoy views of Lake Michaelson, Giant Billiards Table, and the Temple among others.
Once we reach Mt. Kenya Bandas, we’ll have dinner and enjoy our last night on the mountain by the log fire.
Trekking Mount Kenya on this day will see us hike 29 km, ascend 785m, and descend 2,085m.
Day 4: Mount Kenya Bandas - Chogoria town – Nairobi
Our last day will consist of a short Mount Kenya trek up until we find our vehicle. We’ll drive to Chogoria town, say goodbye to the mountain, and proceed to Nairobi.
Our journey ends in Nairobi late in the afternoon.
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