5-Day Mt Kenya Hike-Chogoria down Sirmon

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

Nairobi - Chogoria Bandas - Lake Ellis

Elevation Gain: 1,750m | Walking Distance: 10km | Walking Hours: 4hrs

Depart Nairobi early in the morning, driving through agricultural land to Chogoria town (3hrs 30min). Continue on a scenic drive up to Chogoria Bandas through bamboo forests. After lunch, begin the 10km trek to Lake Ellis, enjoying views of Ithanguni and Mugi Hill. Set up camp by the lake for a peaceful evening and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Chogoria Bandas

• Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Ellis to Lake Michaelson

Elevation Gain: 640m | Walking Distance: 12km | Walking Hours: 7.5hrs

Today’s trek takes you along the ridge overlooking Gorges Valley, with spectacular views as you approach Lake Michaelson. Pause for lunch by the lake, then continue on a gentle traverse before descending to the campsite at Lake Michaelson. You’ll have the afternoon to relax or explore around the lake.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Michaelson to Simba Tarn

Elevation Descent: 500m | Walking Distance: 6km | Walking Hours: 5hrs

Start your trek around 9 am, making your way through stunning alpine scenery and encountering smaller tarns along the way. Arrive at Simba Tarn for lunch and enjoy the breathtaking surroundings. In the afternoon, take in the views of the valleys and peaks before resting at your campsite.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

• On Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Simba Tarn to Point Lenana - Old Moses Camp

Elevation Gain: 200m | Elevation Descent: 1,685m | Walking Distance: 20km | Walking Hours: 7hrs

Start your climb early at 5:30 am to reach Point Lenana in time for the sunrise. Experience stunning views of the mountain range and, on a clear day, the distant peak of Mount Kilimanjaro. Afterward, descend to Shipton Camp for breakfast, then continue the 5-hour descent through Mackinder's Valley to Old Moses Camp. Enjoy the fascinating scenery of moorlands on your way. Dinner and overnight stay at the camp.

Main Destination:

Point Lenana (Mt Kenya)

Accommodation:

Shipton Campsite

• On Mt Kenya

Meals & Drinks:

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

Old Moses- Sirimon -Nairobi

Elevation Descent: 650m | Walking Distance: 9km | Walking Hours: 2.5hrs

After breakfast, begin the 3-hour descent to Sirimon Gate. From there, a vehicle will transfer you back to Nairobi, where you will arrive in the late afternoon.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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