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4 Days Sirimon Trek

Overview

Embark on a 4-day trek into Mount Kenya’s less-traveled northwest slopes via the Sirimon Route. Begin with forested paths from Sirimon Gate and ascend through moorlands and afro-alpine zones toward high-altitude camps.

You’ll spend nights at scenic camps like Old Moses and Shipton’s Camp, gradually acclimatizing while enjoying crisp mountain air and serene surroundings. On summit day, hike before sunrise to reach Point Lenana (≈ 4,985 m) for spectacular sunrise views over peaks and valleys below.

After the summit, descend back through forested and moorland terrain to complete your adventure. This 4-day trek suits hikers seeking a balanced mountaineering experience, moderate difficulty, breathtaking alpine scenery, and a manageable schedule.

Price Per Person – 750US$

Highlights

Trek through forest and moorland zones toward high-altitude camps, experiencing unique afro-alpine flora and crisp mountain air.

Overnight at classic mountain camps like Old Moses and Shipton’s, offering panoramic views and acclimatization before the summit push.

Ascend before dawn to reach Point Lenana for sunrise over Mount Kenya’s jagged peaks and sweeping alpine valleys.

Descend via scenic trails through moorland and forest, enjoying changing landscapes and a sense of achievement after summit day.

Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Nanyuki

Departure from Nairobi is at 07:30 hrs. To Nanyuki and stop at the Equator briefly if time permits. Continue to Nanyuki town, the base town for mount kenya trekking where you check in your hotel. Afternoon is spent to acclimatize for the hike. Dinner and overnight at the hotel.

After breakfast, vehicle transfer to Sirimon park gate where you leave the vehicle to start your hike to Old Moses camp for overnight (3300m), 5 to 6 hrs. Hikes, dinner and overnight at the old Moses camp.

After breakfast hike to Ship ton’s camp (4200m) with lunch enroute. Overnight at the Shiptoms camp (5 to 6 hrs. hikes) dinner and overnight at the ship tons camp.

Wake up early at 2.00 am attempt point Lenana (4985m) at 03:00 hrs. And descend directly to ship tons camp for breakfast then proceed to sirimon park gate to connect your transfer back to Nairobi arriving late in the afternoon with sweet memories.

Included in this Tour

Return transport from Nairobi to the Mountain.

Use of our professional Mountain Guide/potters.

Accommodation in Mountain Huts/tents where applicable.

Three meals a day while on the mountain.

All park entrance fees and Taxes.

Excluded in this Tour

All your climbing gears.

Personal insurance.

Personal spending money.

Tips for guide, potter and cook.

Customize this itinerary to match your travel style and preferences

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