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Mt. Kenya trekking 5 days Sirimon route

Mount Kenya trek that combines the two most scenic routes of Mt Kenya. Ascent is on the dry side of 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

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch (4)
  • Dinner (4)
  • Breakfast (5)
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • All Fees and Taxes

Meeting And Pickup

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End point

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Pickup details

Find branded vehicles or staff in company uniforms and identification.

Start time:

6:30 PM

What To Expect

    Day 1: Nairobi / Sirimon / Judmaier Camp [Old Moses Camp] 3-4 hrs, 9km, 860m
  • Nanyuki Town

    Leave Nairobi at 8.00am to Nanyuki town then Proceed to Sirimon Gate, 1 hr, 2440m. From the gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest which becomes heath land after about 3 hrs. About 3½ hours from the gate the track veers right to Judmaier Camp, 3300

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

    • Day 2: Judmier Camp/Shipton Camp 6-7hrs, 17km, 900m ascent

  • After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction. After one hour from Old Moses Camp, the track crosses Ontulili River. Go right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the main peaks.

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

    • Day 3: Day 3

  • Leave at 3am up a steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff clearing visible part towards lower Hall Tarns arriving Mount Kenya point Lenana (6km from Shipton Camp) at 6:30am, taking about 3hrs. After the sunrise, descend down to Mintos camp (6km), 2hrs.

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

    • Day 4: Day 4
  • Kenya Wildlife Service

    4-5hrs further down to Mount Kenya, 2950m

    Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

    • Day 5: Chogoria Bandas / Chogoria / Nairobi

Additional Info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 Hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 Hours before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 Hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 Hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Starting from

$970.00

Price varies by group size

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