This creative climb joins two of the most scenic routes up Mount Kenya, Sirimon and Chogoria, producing a remarkably diverse and spectacular trek. Sirimon coming off the west of Mount Kenya passes through the dry side of the mountain with its giant trees and rocky terrain, and the descent onto the Chogoria path is exactly different with its lush bamboo and highland forests.
The final night time ascent of Point Lenana can be as difficult as any ascent in East Africa, but the rest of the trek is generally considered easier than either Kilimanjaro or the Rwenzoris, and this is the most likely climb for actually seeing big game.
Accommodation on this hike is in mountain huts. Nonetheless, if you prefer to camp you can do so on all nights on the mountain.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off
✔ Bottled water
✔ Professional guide
✔ National Park fees
✔ 4 nights accommodation
✔ Lunch
✔ Dinner
✔ Breakfast
✖ Laundry, tips, sleeping bags, drinks, accommodation before the trek and climbing gears
✖ International flights
✖ Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
✖ Gratuities
✖ Visas to Kenya
✖ Items of personal nature
Pickup Locations
1. Albans Hotel
2. Hotel Centurion
3. Amelia Karen Hotel
4. Phoenicia Hotel Kiambu
5. County Villa Hotel
6. Reymark Hotel
7. Kilimo Grand Resort
8. The Smith Hotel
9. Muthu Sovereign Suites & Spa, Limuru Road, Near Nairobi
10. Docklands Hotel
11. Zereniti House
12. 2.5.4 Ole-Sereni Hotel
13. DoubleTree by Hilton Nairobi Hurlingham
14. Lukenya Motorcross
15. Lazinos Guest House
16. Tamarind Tree Hotel
17. Progressive Park Hotel
18. Park Place Hotel
19. The Clarion Hotel
20. Kusyombunguo Lukenya Guest House
Additional Info: Pick up available from airbnb and private apartments
Itinerary
Nairobi to Judmaier Camp
1
Leave Nairobi at 7.30am to Nanyuki town for lunch, taking about 4 hours. 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,
Duration: 10 hours
Judmier Camp to Shipton Camp
1
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.
Duration: 10 hours
Full day at Shipton Camp
1
Spend the day acclimatizing. Walk to Kami Hut down to Hauseberg Lakes (Hauseberg Tarn and Nanyuki Tarn).
Duration: 10 hours
Shipton to Lenana
1
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 hut (6km), 2hrs, for breakfast and 20km, 4-5hrs further down to Mount Meru Bandas, 2950m, for dinner and overnight.
Duration: 10 hours
Chogoria to Nairobi
1
Descend 2hr, 15km to forest clearance to catch a 4×4 transfer vehicle to Chogoria Village where you will connect with your transfer vehicle back to Nairobi.
Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 6 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel between 2 and 6 day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a 50% refund.
If you cancel within 2 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional info
• Not recommended for pregnant travelers
• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
