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6 Days Best Mt Kenya Up Sirimon Down Chogoria Camping Tents.

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KenyaMount KenyaNairobiNanyuki Town
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Overview

  • Duration:6 days 5 nights
  • Tour Type:Kenya Safaris, Trekking Safari
The 6-day Mount Kenya expedition is the ultimate choice for hikers who prioritize scenery and steady acclimatization. Ascending through the Sirimon Route and descending via the spectacular Chogoria Route, this trek includes a rare overnight stay at Simba Tarn (4,612m) to ensure a shorter, easier summit push. The highlight of the descent is a full afternoon and night at Lake Michaelson, tucked deep within the Gorges Valley, offering world-class views and a peaceful mountain atmosphere. This fully supported camping trip balances the physical challenge of the 4,985m Point Lenana summit with ample time to enjoy the mountain's unique flora and glacial lakes.
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Highlights

  • Optimized Acclimatization: Extra night at Simba Tarn for an easier summit push.
  • Point Lenana Summit: Sunrise views from 4,985m reaching as far as Mt. Kilimanjaro.
  • Lake Michaelson Stay: Overnight at the mountain’s most beautiful and secluded lake.
  • Gorges Valley Descent: Dramatic cliffside trekking through the scenic Chogoria route.
  • Diverse Ecological Zones: Journey from indigenous forests to high-alpine deserts.
  • Full Professional Support: Expert guiding, porterage, and mountain catering included.

Includes/Excludes

  • Guarantee trek on confirmation
  • Transport in public comfortable shuttle van
  • Meals
  • 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: NAIROBI – SIRIMON GATE 2650m – JUDIMERE CAMPSITE 3300m

After breakfast at 8:00 am leave Nairobi with a shared shuttle van to Sirimon gate where you will start your hiking to Judimere campsite. Trek from Sirimon gate to Judimere campsite is a distance of 9km that take about 3-4 hours trekking, passing through the forest of indigenous trees. Dinner and over night in the tent at Judimere Campsite.

DAY2: JUDIMERE CAMPSITE – SHIPTONS CAMP 4200m

Wake up at 6:00am in the morning, pack your belongings, and then have after breakfast at 6:30am. Leave Judimeer campsite with a picnic lunch exactly at 7:00 am to shiptons campsite a distance of 14 km a journey that takes 6-7 hours. Shiptons camp 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 - SIMBA TARN 4612M

After breakfast leave for a short sharp ascent to simba turn campsite for lunch,dinner and overnight stay

DAY 4: SIMBA TARN – LENANA SUMMIT 4985m - LAKE MICHAELSON CAMPSITE 3950m

Wake up very early in the morning exactly at 3:30 am to prepare yourself and the take pre breakfast at 4:00 am. Leave Simba tarn at 4:30 am to attempt the summit a journey that takes 1 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 southern side and Indian Ocean shining as the sun is rising. After enjoying the summit, descend down back to simba tarn camp for full breakfast. proceed further down deep lake Michaelson which is at the bottom of gorges and valley (a very nice campsite with fishing). This is where you will have lunch and spend your fourth night.

DAY 5: LAKE MICHAELSON - CHOGORIA ANABAS CAMPSITE 2950m

After breakfast experience a sharp hike to Kanyakine rock junction and then descend down to Chogoria Anabas camp where you will arrive in the afternoon for diner and last night stay

DAY 6: CHOGORIA ANABAS – CHOGORIA TOWN - NAIROBI

After breakfast, drive down via dense Mt Kenya rain forest to Chogora town where you will connect with a shuttle van 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.
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$900,00 $900,00
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