5 Days Mt Kenya Up Sirimon Down Chogoria Camping Tents

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KenyaMount KenyaNairobiNanyuki Town
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Overview

  • Duration:5 days 4 nights
  • Tour Type:Kenya Safaris, Trekking Safari
This 5-day mountain expedition is widely considered the ultimate Mount Kenya experience. By ascending via the Sirimon Route, climbers enjoy a drier, more gradual acclimatization path through indigenous forests and moorlands. The journey culminates in a pre-dawn summit of Point Lenana (4,985m), the highest trekking peak on the mountain. The descent via the Chogoria Route is the "scenic crown jewel" of the trek, offering breathtaking views of the Gorges Valley, sheer cliffs, and alpine lakes. Throughout the trek, you will be fully supported by a professional crew, including guides, porters, and a cook, staying in high-altitude camping tents for an authentic wilderness experience.
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Highlights

  • Summit Success: Trek to Point Lenana (4,985m), the highest trekking peak on Mount Kenya.
  • Best of Both Worlds: Experience the forest biodiversity of Sirimon and the sheer cliffs of Chogoria.
  • Iconic Vistas: Witness panoramic views of Batian and Nelion peaks, the Gorges Valley, and Lake Michaelson.
  • Stellar Camping: Spend nights in high-altitude tents, including the scenic Hall’s Tarn campsite.
  • Expert Support: Fully supported trek with professional guides, porters, and a mountain cook.
  • Flora & Fauna: Hike through diverse ecological zones, from indigenous forests to alpine moorlands.

Includes/Excludes

  • Guarantee trek on confirmation
  • Transport
  • Meal plan as detailed: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner
  • Accommodation in the tent as per the itinerary
  • All park entrance fees to include government taxes
  • Service of an English-speaking professional porters and skilled cook
  • Start and finish in Nairobi.
  • Tips
  • Hiking gears
  • Items of personal nature
  • Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary

Itinerary

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DAY 1: NANYUKI – SIRIMON GATE 2650m – JUDUMERE CAMPSITE 3300m

Transfer from Nairobi to Nanyuki in a public vehicle. Leave Nanyuki at 11:00 am and drive to Sirimon gate where you will start hiking to Judimere campsite. Trek from Sirimon gate to old moses is a distance of 9km that take about 3-4 hours trekking, passing through the forest of indigenous trees. Dinner and overnight in the tent.

DAY2: JUDIMERE – SHIPTONS CAMPSITE 4200m

Leave the camp with a picnic lunch exactly at 7:00 am to shiptons hut a distance of 14 km a journey that takes 6-7 hours. Shiptons campsite is located at the base of the highest peaks namely Batian and Nelion. Dinner and overnight in the tent at Shiptons campsite.

DAY 3: SHIPTONS - LENANA SUMMIT - HALL'S TARN CAMPSITE

Leave Shipton at 3:00 am to attempt the summit, a journey that takes 3 ½ hours to reach the summit. Point Lenana is the third highest peak in Mt Kenya and the only one that can be reached by trekking. On a clear sky day, you can see Mt Kilimanjaro on the southern side and the Indian Ocean shining as the sun is rising. After enjoying the summit, descend down to the hall's tarn campsite where you will spend your 3rd night in the tent. This is one of the nicest campsites in Mt Kenya since it offers a great view of sunrise in front of the lake, Chogoria gorges and valley, Lake Michaelson, Delamere peaks and the 3 major peaks namely Batian, Nelson and Lenana.

DAY 4: HALL'S TARN - CHOGORIA ANABAS BANDAS

After breakfast proceed further down for 16km to Chogoria Anabas campsite via Road head campsite where you break for lunch before proceeding further for another 7km to Anabas campsite where you will spend your 4th night.

DAY 5: CHOGORIA ANABAS – CHOGORIA TOWN - NAIROBI

After breakfast drive through the dense chogoria rain forest to Chogoria town where you will catch up with a bus back to Nairobi where your tour ends.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to budget for anything beyond the package price?

While your main costs like park fees and transport are covered, you should plan for
personal expenses such as alcoholic drinks, laundry, and souvenirs, as well as the
customary tips for your driver-guide and camp staB which are not included in the base
price.

How do I handle the required travel insurance and visas?

Because these requirements vary based on your nationality and personal health needs,
travelers are responsible for securing their own international flights, entry visas for
Kenya or Tanzania, and comprehensive travel insurance that includes medical
evacuation coverage.

Are there any extra costs for the activities mentioned in the itinerary?

Most game drives are fully included, but specialized experiences like hot air balloon
safaris over the Serengeti or visits to a traditional Maasai village are optional add-ons
that can be paid for separately during your trip.
from$530,00 /person
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