MOUNT KENYA SIRIMON–SIRIMON ROUTE (4 DAYS)

Distance: 9 km
Hiking Time: 3–4 hours
Altitude: 2,650m to 3,300m
Elevation Gain: Approximately 650m

Itinerary

• Depart Nairobi early morning (around 7:00–8:00 am).
• Drive through the central highlands to Nanyuki for lunch.
• Continue to Sirimon Gate where park formalities are completed.
• Begin the trek through dense montane forest, home to various bird species and wildlife.
• The trail gradually ascends through giant heather and moorland vegetation.
• Arrive at Old Moses Camp (Judmier Camp) in the afternoon.

Highlights

• Equator crossing near Nanyuki.
• Beautiful forest scenery.
• First views of Mount Kenya’s alpine vegetation.
• Excellent acclimatization day.

Meals

Lunch and Dinner

Overnight

Old Moses Camp (3,300m)

Distance: 14–17 km
Hiking Time: 6–7 hours
Altitude: 3,300m to 4,200m
Elevation Gain: Approximately 900m

Itinerary

• Early breakfast at camp.
• Trek across rolling moorlands toward Ontulili River.
• Continue through Liki North Valley.
• Ascend gradually into the spectacular Mackinder’s Valley.
• Enjoy panoramic views of Teleki Valley and Mount Kenya’s main peaks.
• Arrive at Shipton’s Camp in the late afternoon.

Highlights

• Giant Lobelias and Giant Groundsels.
• Stunning alpine landscapes.
• Views of Batian, Nelion and Point Lenana.
• Frequent sightings of rock hyrax and sunbirds.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight

Shipton’s Camp (4,200m)

Distance: Approximately 21 km
Hiking Time: 9–10 hours
Altitude: 4,200m → 4,985m → 3,300m

Summit Attempt

• Wake up around 2:30 am.
• Begin summit trek at approximately 3:00 am.
• Hike slowly through rocky scree slopes.
• Reach Point Lenana around sunrise (6:00–6:30 am).

Point Lenana (4,985m)

Enjoy:

• Sunrise over Kenya’s highlands.
• Views of Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear morning.
• Spectacular views of Batian and Nelion peaks.
• Photography opportunities from Kenya’s highest trekking summit.

After the summit:

• Descend back to Shipton’s Camp for breakfast.
• Continue descending through Mackinder’s Valley.
• Return to Old Moses Camp for dinner and overnight.

Meals

Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Overnight

Old Moses Camp (3,300m)

Distance: 9 km
Hiking Time: 2–3 hours
Altitude: 3,300m to 2,650m

Itinerary

• Enjoy breakfast at camp.
• Descend through the moorland and forest zones.
• Arrive at Sirimon Gate.
• Meet your transport and drive back to Nanyuki for lunch.
• Continue to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon or evening.

Meals

Breakfast