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5 Days 4 Nights
Daily Tour
Unlimited
English
This 5 Days Mount Kenya Chogoria – Sirimon Trek is widely regarded as the most scenic trekking route on Mount Kenya. Combining the gradual ascent of the Chogoria Route with the breathtaking landscapes of the Sirimon Route, this adventure offers an unforgettable journey through diverse ecosystems, dramatic valleys, alpine lakes, and spectacular mountain scenery.
Designed for trekkers seeking the ultimate Mount Kenya experience, this route provides excellent acclimatization, rewarding summit views from Point Lenana, and access to some of the most stunning landscapes in East Africa.
Among all Mount Kenya trekking routes, the Chogoria – Sirimon Traverse is considered the most complete and rewarding.
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This trek is ideal for:
A good level of fitness is recommended due to the altitude and multi-day nature of the trek.
Your driver guide will meet up with you upon arrival at JKIA or at your hotel in Nairobi. You will be briefed and later depart from Nairobi for a 3 Hours’ drive, enjoying a scenic drive through Kenya’s vibrant agricultural heartland. We will stop in Chogoria town for a fresh local lunch. After lunch, we drive up to the edge of the pristine bamboo forest zone. Here, you will drop your main bags for the porters and begin a 10 km trek through the dense forest canopy. Arrive at the Meru Mount Kenya Bandas for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.
Following breakfast and porter organization, we set off at a steady, acclimatization-friendly pace. We take a scenic detour via Lake Ellis, offering breathtaking views of Mugi Peak, Ithanguni, and the Giant’s Billiard Table. Enjoy lunch along the banks of a mountain stream. Afterward, we head up the left-hand hillside to reach our scenic campsite. Dinner and overnight camping at Lake Ellis Campsite.
An early start takes us up a structural ridge for about 3 hours before merging with the main Chogoria tourist trail at 4,100m. This section boasts awe-inspiring views of the dramatic Gorges Valley and the Northern Moorlands. After a stream-side lunch, we trek for one final hour to reach Minto’s Hut area. Spend the afternoon relaxing, or take an optional 10-minute walk to "The Temple"—a jaw-dropping 150-meter vertical cliff face. Early dinner and rest at Minto's Camp to prepare for the midnight summit push.
A thrilling 03:00 AM alpine start. Hike for approximately 3 hours under the stars to reach Point Lenana (4,985m) just in time to witness an unforgettable African sunrise. Descend to Shipton’s Camp for a well-deserved, hearty breakfast. Afterward, continue with a gentle 4- to 5-hour trek down through the spectacular Mackinder’s Valley. Wind down with dinner and an overnight stay at Old Moses Camp, surrounded by expansive moorland scenery.
Enjoy a relaxed final breakfast on the mountain. Later complete the final exit walk to the park gate for your transfer vehicle, driving back to Nairobi to arrive by late afternoon.
The trek is rated moderate to strenuous and requires good physical fitness, but no technical climbing experience.
Trekkers reach Point Lenana at 4,985 metres above sea level.
Many experienced trekkers consider it the most scenic route due to its combination of varied landscapes and exceptional views.
Five days is considered ideal for proper acclimatization and enjoying the full Sirimon - Chogoria traverse.
The best trekking seasons are January to March and June to October when conditions are generally dry and visibility is excellent.
Yes. With reasonable fitness and preparation, beginners can successfully complete the Point Lenana trek.
