5-Day Mountain Climbing on Mount Kenya Sirimon Route

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Nairobi

Arrival at Nairobi Airport: Depending on your flight, you'll arrive in Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya. And be transfered to Nanyuki either by air or by road depending on your choice while booking.
Travel to Nanyuki: A 3–4 hour drive from Nairobi to Nanyuki, the base town for Mount Kenya climbs. You can arrange for transport with your tour company or take a private vehicle.
Overnight Stay: Spend the night in the lodge in Nanyuki. Here, you can prepare your gear and acclimatize to the altitude.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

Naro Moru River Lodge

• Budget lodge located near Mt Kenya

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Nanyuki to Old Moses Camp 3, 300m

Breakfast: Early breakfast and briefing on the climb.
Transfer to Sirimon Gate: The starting point of your hike. It is about a 45-minute drive from Nanyuki to the Sirimon Gate.
Trekking to Old Moses Camp: Begin your climb from Sirimon Gate to Old Moses Camp (3,300 meters). This is a 9-12 km hike, and the journey takes around 3-4 hours, depending on pace. The trek is a moderate ascent through forests and bamboo zones.
Arrive and Overnight: After arriving at Old Moses Camp, relax and acclimatize. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Judmaier Campsite

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Old Moses Camp to Shipton's Camp 4, 200m

Breakfast: Early breakfast, followed by a briefing for the day's hike.
Trekking to Shipton's Camp: This day is more challenging. You will cover around 14 km, taking about 6-8 hours. The route goes through moorland, and as you gain altitude, you will notice changes in vegetation.
Overnight at Shipton's Camp: Upon arrival at Shipton’s Camp (4,200 meters), rest and prepare for the summit attempt the next day. Dinner and overnight stay at Shipton’s Camp.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Shipton Campsite

• On Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Summit Day, Point Lenana 4, 985m

Early Start: The summit attempt begins early, around 2-3 AM. You will ascend through the rocky terrain towards Point Lenana (4,985 meters), the third-highest peak on Mount Kenya.
Summit: After a strenuous 4-6 hour climb, you will reach the summit around sunrise. The view from the top is breathtaking, with panoramic views of the surrounding peaks, glaciers, and valleys.
Descent to Shipton's Camp: After spending some time at the summit, begin the descent back to Shipton's Camp for rest. The descent takes about 3-4 hours.
Overnight at Shipton's Camp: After returning, relax, have dinner, and rest for the night.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Shipton Campsite

• On Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Shipton's Camp to Sirimon Gate and Return to Nairobi

Breakfast: A descent to Sirimon Gatebafter breakfast, takes about 4-5 hours.
Drive back to Nanyuki: Once at the Sirimon Gate, your vehicle will be waiting to take you back to Nanyuki.
Lunch in Nanyuki: Enjoy a hearty lunch in Nanyuki before the drive back to Nairobi.
Return to Nairobi: Arrive back in Nairobi by late afternoon or early evening. From here, you can continue your travel plans or head to the airport.
Additional Tips:
Acclimatization: Mount Kenya’s altitude is high, and proper acclimatization is crucial to avoid altitude sickness.
Gear: Ensure you have appropriate gear for the climb, including warm clothing, waterproofs, trekking boots, a good sleeping bag, and food supplies.
Guides and Porters: It is recommended to go with a licensed guide and porter. They are experienced and can help with navigation and carrying heavy gears.
Physical Preparation: The climb is physically demanding, so it's important to train before, particularly on hiking or trekking with elevation gains.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.