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KenyaMount Kenya Adventure & Trekking

5-Day Mount Kenya Trek (Sirimon – Chogoria)

Summit Point Lenana at sunrise on the most scenic route up Africa's second-highest mountain.

  • Duration5 Days / 4 Nights
  • Group size2 – 10
  • Activity levelChallenging
  • Best timeJanuary – February, August – September
  • Starts / endsNairobi

Highlights

  • Summit Point Lenana at sunrise
  • Mackinder's Valley and the Gorges Valley
  • Lake Michaelson camp
  • Certified guides, porters and cook
  • Hot meals on the mountain

Overview

The Sirimon–Chogoria traverse is widely considered the most beautiful trek on Mount Kenya. You ascend gently through the moorland on the Sirimon side, summit Point Lenana (4,985 m) for sunrise, and descend past Lake Michaelson and the Gorges Valley on the Chogoria route.

No technical climbing is required, but good fitness and warm kit are essential. The price includes KWS-certified guides, porters and a cook, so you carry only a daypack.

Itinerary

Day 1Nairobi to Old Moses Camp

Drive to Sirimon Gate, hike to Old Moses (3,300 m).

Day 2Old Moses to Shipton's Camp

Trek up Mackinder's Valley to Shipton's (4,200 m).

Day 3Summit day

3:00am start, summit Point Lenana at sunrise, descend to Mintos Camp.

Day 4Mintos to Chogoria Gate

Descend via Lake Michaelson and the Gorges Valley to the roadhead.

Day 5Return to Nairobi

Drive back to Nairobi, arriving by afternoon.

What's included

  • Transport from Nairobi
  • KWS park and camping fees
  • Guides, porters and cook
  • All meals on the mountain
  • Mountain huts and tents

Not included

  • Sleeping bag and personal kit (hire available)
  • Tips for mountain crew
  • Travel insurance with high-altitude cover

Good to know

  • Prices are "from" rates per person sharing, based on low-season travel, and change with dates, hotel choice and availability. We confirm the exact price in writing before you pay anything.
  • A deposit secures your booking; the balance is due before departure. Pay by M-PESA, bank transfer or card in KES or USD.
  • Children's rates, single supplements, resident and East African Community rates are available on request.
  • We recommend travel insurance on every trip and can arrange it for you.
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