(4 Days – 3 Nights) Mount Kenya Sirimon (Ascend) – Chogoria (Descent) Route

Experience the ultimate Mount Kenya adventure — ascending through the scenic Sirimon route and descending via the breathtaking Chogoria trail. This 4-day trek offers unmatched diversity, from lush forests to high-altitude moorlands, glaciers, and stunning lakes.

Day 1: Nairobi – Sirimon Gate (2,660m) – Old Moses Camp (3,300m)

Pick up from your hotel or home in the early morning and depart from Nairobi at 0800hrs, driving through the agricultural region of central Kenya to Nanyuki, Laikipia County, a country town on the northern side of Mount Kenya for lunch. After lunch in Nanyuki, proceed to the Sirimon Gate at 2,660m above sea level. Begin your hike through the moorland with breathtaking scenery to reach Old Moses Camp (3,300m), your base for the night.

Day 2: Old Moses (3,300m) – Shipton’s Camp (4,200m)

After breakfast, embark on a 6–7 hour hike through stunning moorland landscapes marked by rivers and rocky valleys. Ascend gently while enjoying distant views of Mount Kenya’s peaks as you traverse the Mackinder’s Valley. Arrive at Shipton’s Camp (4,200m) by late afternoon for acclimatization, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 3: Shipton’s Camp (4,200m) – Lenana Peak (4,985m) – Lake Ellis Campsite (3,600m)

Wake up at 3:00 am for a 3-hour summit push to Lenana Peak (4,985m). Arrive at the summit at sunrise to witness breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Elgon, and the Aberdare Ranges. After photos and celebration, descend to Mintos Camp for breakfast, then continue to Lake Ellis (3,300m) for camping. Enjoy the tranquil lake reflections and cool mountain breeze before retiring for the night.

Day 4: Lake Ellis/Road Head (3,300m) – Bandas (2,900m) – Nairobi

Wake up to the scenic beauty of Lake Ellis and enjoy breakfast by the lake. Explore nearby Mau Mau caves and waterfalls before starting your final 3-hour descent to the Bandas Camp. A vehicle will be waiting to transfer you back to Nairobi, arriving around 4:00 pm — marking the end of your memorable Mount Kenya adventure.