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The classic Sirimon to Chogoria route starts with a transfer from Nairobi to Nanyuki and the Sirimon gate. Trek through montane forest and moorland to Shipton Camp, make an early summit attempt on Point Lenana at 4,985 metres, then descend through the Gorges Valley to Mount Kenya Bandas and Chogoria. The package includes shared transport, park fees, mountain meals, camp accommodation, guides and porters.
Highlights
- Sirimon to Chogoria traverse
- Point Lenana summit at 4,985 metres
- Mackinder Valley and Gorges Valley
- Professional guide and porter support
Plan by day
Nairobi to Old Moses Camp
Drive to Nanyuki and Sirimon Park Gate, have lunch and trek through forest and moorland to Old Moses Camp at about 3,300 metres.
Activities: 9 km trek, 3 to 4 hours and 680 m ascent
Stay: Old Moses Camp
Meals: Lunch and dinner
Altitude: 3,300 m
Old Moses to Shipton Camp
Trek through Ontulili and Liki North river country toward Mackinder Valley and Shipton Camp.
Activities: 14 km trek, about 7 hours and 900 m ascent
Stay: Shipton Camp
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Altitude: 4,200 m
Shipton to Point Lenana and Mount Kenya Bandas
Start around 03:00 for Point Lenana sunrise, descend via Chogoria, pass Minto hut and Gorges Valley before reaching the bandas.
Activities: 29 km, 11 to 12 hours, 785 m ascent and 2,085 m descent
Stay: Mount Kenya Bandas
Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Altitude: 4,985 m summit
Mount Kenya Bandas to Nairobi
Take a short trek to the vehicle, drive to Chogoria town and continue to Nairobi.
Activities: Short trek and return transfer
Stay: None
Meals: Breakfast and lunch
Altitude: 2,800 m
Included in your planning
- Professional local guide
- Pre-trip planning support
- Daily activity coordination
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Personal purchases
- Items not listed in the confirmed itinerary
What to bring
- Comfortable layers
- Reusable water bottle
- Sun protection
- Valid travel documents
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