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5 Days Mt Kenya Sirimon-Chogoria Route

5 Days / 4 Nights | Kenya

5 Days / 4 Nights
Kenya
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Summit Rate
Duration
5 Days / 4 Nights
Difficulty
Moderate-Challenging
Altitude
4,985m (Point Lenana)
Group Size
2–12 People
Accommodation
Camping/Huts
Highlights

Tour Highlights

Africa's Second-Highest — Summit Point Lenana on Mount Kenya (4,985m), the highest non-technical peak on the continent's second-tallest mountain
Complete Traverse — Enter via Sirimon, exit via Chogoria, two completely different landscapes, no backtracking
Lake Michaelson — Visit the stunning glacial lake set in a dramatic amphitheater of volcanic cliffs
Gorges Valley — Descend through one of East Africa's most dramatic landscapes
Summit Sunrise — Reach Point Lenana at dawn for an unforgettable sunrise over the Kenyan highlands
Diverse Ecosystems — From bamboo forest to alpine moorland to glacial valleys, incredible biodiversity in a compact trek
Day by Day

Your Itinerary

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1
Sirimon Gate to Old Moses Camp
Enter Mt Kenya National Park through bamboo and montane forest.
Drive from Nairobi (or Nanyuki) to Sirimon Gate (2,650m). The trail leads through dense bamboo forest and into the montane zone. Elephants, buffalo, and bushbuck inhabit these forests, though they're shy. The well-graded path climbs steadily through open clearings and forest patches. After 3-4 hours, arrive at Old Moses Camp (3,300m), a basic bunkhouse with stunning views of the moorland above.
Old Moses Camp (3,300m)
2
Old Moses to Shipton's Camp
Trek through the spectacular Mackinder Valley with views of Batian and Nelion peaks.
Leave Old Moses and climb into the alpine moorland zone. The trail enters the magnificent Mackinder Valley, flanked by dramatic volcanic ridges. Giant groundsels and lobelias dot the landscape. As you ascend, the twin peaks of Batian (5,199m) and Nelion (5,188m) — the technical summits — come into view, draped with small glaciers. Arrive at Shipton's Camp (4,200m), nestled below the peaks in a dramatic cirque.
Shipton's Camp (4,200m)
3
Summit Day! Point Lenana at Sunrise, then Mintos Hut
Pre-dawn ascent to Point Lenana for a spectacular sunrise over Kenya.
Wake at 3:00 AM and ascend by headlamp to Point Lenana (4,985m). The trail is well-marked with painted arrows on the rock. Arrive at the summit as the sun rises over the Kenyan highlands — the shadow of Mount Kenya stretches across the plains below. The twin peaks of Batian and Nelion tower above you, their glaciers catching the first light. After photos, descend the Chogoria side to Mintos Hut (4,300m) through a stunning volcanic landscape.
Mintos Hut (4,300m)
4
Mintos Hut to Chogoria Road Head
Descend through the legendary Gorges Valley past Lake Michaelson.
One of the most scenic days on any East African trek. Descend to Lake Michaelson, a stunning tarn set in a massive volcanic amphitheater with 300m cliffs on three sides. Continue through the spectacular Gorges Valley, where towering volcanic walls frame the trail. Cross the moorland zone as vegetation thickens, arriving at the Chogoria road head in the upper forest zone. Camp or stay at the basic bandas.
Chogoria Road Head (3,000m)
5
Chogoria to Nairobi Transfer
Final descent through the bamboo forest and transfer back to Nairobi.
Descend through the lush bamboo and forest zone to Chogoria Gate. The forest on the Chogoria side is particularly beautiful — dense bamboo, giant ferns, and the chance to spot elephants and buffalo. At the gate, meet your transfer vehicle for the drive back to Nairobi. Celebrate your traverse of Africa's second-highest mountain!
Transfer to Nairobi
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Tour Packages

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Standard
$1,800 / person
  • Professional guides
  • All meals on mountain
  • Park fees included
  • Airport transfers
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Premium
$3,200 / person
  • Everything in Standard
  • Private guide & crew
  • Premium equipment
  • Hotel night before/after
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Package Details

What's Included

Everything you need

Included

  • Professional mountain guides
  • All meals during the trek
  • Park & conservation fees
  • Camping equipment (tents, mattresses)
  • Porters/support staff
  • Airport transfers
  • Pre/post trek accommodation
  • Drinking water on mountain
  • Emergency oxygen & first aid
  • Summit certificate

Not Included

  • International flights
  • Travel & medical insurance
  • Personal hiking gear & clothing
  • Tips & gratuities for crew
  • Visa fees
  • Personal snacks & drinks
  • Laundry & personal expenses
Testimonials

What Our Travelers Say

“The Sirimon-Chogoria traverse was incredible. Watching the sunrise from Point Lenana is something I'll never forget. The descent through Gorges Valley and past Lake Michaelson was jaw-dropping — two completely different worlds on one mountain.”

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David K.
Toronto, Canada

“Our guides were fantastic — knowledgeable, encouraging, and always safety-first. The traverse route is definitely the way to do Mt Kenya. Nature Nest handled every detail perfectly from Nairobi pickup to summit and back.”

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Anna L.
Sydney, Australia

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