3-Day Mount Kenya Trek Sirimon to Chogoria
Ascend Mount Kenya via Sirimon and descend through scenic Chogoria on this 3-day adventure. You’ll trek from forest to alpine meadows, summit Point Lenana (4,985m) at sunrise, then explore the Gorges Valley, Lake Michaelson, and Nithi Falls. A perfect short trek combining diverse landscapes, wildlife, and panoramic views across Africa’s second-highest mountain.
Arrival
- You’ll be collected from the airport.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Details
Ascend Mount Kenya via Sirimon and descend through scenic Chogoria on this 3-day adventure. You’ll trek from forest to alpine meadows, summit Point Lenana (4,985m) at sunrise, then explore the Gorges Valley, Lake Michaelson, and Nithi Falls. A perfect short trek combining diverse landscapes, wildlife, and panoramic views across Africa’s second-highest mountain.
Arrival
- You’ll be collected from the airport.
- Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Hiking Distance: 8Kms
Duration: 3-4hrs
You’ll leave Nairobi at 7:00 am and proceed to Sirimon Gate, where you will have lunch and begin your trek. From the gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest which later becomes heath land up-to Old Moses camp 3,300m at sea level.
Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the Old Moses camp cabin.
Main Destination:
Mount Kenya
Accommodation:
Judmaier Campsite
- Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya
Meals & Drinks:
- Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Hiking Distance: 16Kms
Duration: 6hrs
After breakfast, you’ll follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction. After one hour from Old Moses Camp, the track crosses the Ontulili River. You’ll go right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Likii North, and continue uphill to Mackinder’s Valley, from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the main peaks.
Your dinner and overnight stay will be at Shipton’s Camp, 4,200m above sea level.
Main Destination:
Mount Kenya
Accommodation:
Shipton Campsite
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Hiking Distance: 24Kms
Duration: 14hrs
You’ll leave at 2:00 am up a steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff, clearing visible part towards Harris Tarn, arriving point Lenana(4,985m at sea level) at 6:20 am, taking about 3 hours. After the sunrise, you’ll descend to Mintos Camp for a hearty breakfast. After a short rest, you’ll continue descending to the Road-head for lunch. Here, you will have the opportunity to visit Nithi Waterfalls before heading down to Chogoria gate, where you’ll check out the park and board a 4WD vehicle for a drop off at Chogoria Town, where you will say goodbye to the team. Later, you’ll board a waiting car for a transfer back to Nairobi.
Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
End of tour
- Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
- You’ll be dropped off at the airport.
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