Mount Kenya has more routes but Sirimon is one of used and it is on the drier side of the mountain which offers some of the finest walking. Climb up through forest into a wide ridge approach to the summit area. The route starts on the northwest side of the mountain near Nanyuki. Access is adequate and the bunk house facilities are the best on this side of the Mountain
Day 1 Nairobi|Nanyuki
Depart from Nairobi at 9:30am. Drive for 4hrs to Nanyuki. Dinner and overnight in a Base Hotel.
Day 2 Sirimon (Old Moses Hut)
After breakfast, transfer to Sirimon gate where the trekking starts. Hike for 9km to Old Moses camp (3,300m) for dinner and overnight.
Day 3 Old Moses Hut | Shiptons Camp
After breakfast, hike for 12 km to Shiptons camp (4,200m) for dinner and overnight.
Day 4 Point Lenana | Chogoria
Attempt to Point Lenana (4,985m) at 3:30am. After sunrise, descend back to Minto’s hut for breakfast. Descend further down to Chogoria Park gate campsite for dinner and overnight.
Day 5 Chogoria Village | Nairobi
Leave the mountain through the rain forest to Chogoria village. After lunch, connect the transport back to Nairobi arriving by 6:30pm.
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Safari Type: Kenya Safari
price from: $750
Destination:Trekking Mt Kenya Sirmon route
No. of Days:5 days Mt Kenya Trekking
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