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Conquer Mt. Kenya in 4 days via the scenic Sirimon Route! Trek stunning Mackinder’s Valley to Point Lenana (4,985m) for an unforgettable alpine sunrise
This itinerary allows for a solid acclimatization day by having the summit push and descent occur over one long Day 3, spending the final night lower down before exiting the park.
| Day | Start Location | End Location | Altitude Change | Distance | Est. Duration | Activity & Habitat |
| 1 | Nanyuki/Gate (2,650m) | Old Moses Camp (3,300m) | $\Delta +650$m | 9 km | 3–4 hrs | Hike through Montane Forest and Bamboo zone into Moorland. |
| 2 | Old Moses Camp (3,300m) | Shipton’s Camp (4,200m) | $\Delta +900$m | 14 km | 6–7 hrs | Trek across Moorland, passing rivers, into the stunning Mackinder’s Valley. |
| 3 | Shipton’s Camp (4,200m) | Point Lenana (4,985m) & Down to Old Moses Camp (3,300m) | $\Delta +785$m / $\Delta -1685$m | 21 km | 10–12 hrs | Summit push, descent to Shipton’s for breakfast, then a long descent back to Old Moses. |
| 4 | Old Moses Camp (3,300m) | Sirimon Gate (2,650m) & Transfer | $\Delta -650$m | 9 km | 2–3 hrs | Final gentle descent through the forest and drive back to Nanyuki/Nairobi. |
Morning: Depart Nairobi early (approx. 7:00 AM) and drive to Nanyuki town (4-5 hours). Stop at the Equator crossing and Nanyuki for lunch, where you’ll meet your climbing team (guide, porters, cook).
Trek: Drive to the Sirimon Gate (approx. 2,650m). After registering, begin the trek.
The path is a gentle ascent through beautiful montane forest, bamboo thickets, and giant heather, before emerging into the high-altitude moorland.
Night: Dinner and overnight stay at Old Moses Camp (also known as Judmier Camp) at 3,300m.
Trek: A longer, more gradual hike today, crucial for acclimatization. You’ll pass through open moorland, crossing the Liki North River, and enjoying panoramic views.
The trek takes you into the spectacular Mackinder’s Valley, characterized by its unique giant lobelias and groundsels.
Views: Look up the valley for breathtaking views of the main peaks: Batian, Nelion, and Point Lenana.
Night: Dinner and overnight at Shipton’s Camp at 4,200m. This camp is situated directly below the jagged peaks, providing a surreal high-mountain setting. Rest early for the summit attempt.
Summit Attempt (3:00 AM): Wake up around 2:00 AM for a light breakfast/tea. Begin the strenuous 3-4 hour pre-dawn climb up a steep, rocky path and scree slope towards the summit.
Sunrise: Aim to reach Point Lenana (4,985m) just before sunrise (around 6:30 AM) for spectacular views of the African plains, and on a very clear day, even Mount Kilimanjaro.
Descent: After photos and a short celebration, begin the descent back to Shipton’s Camp (approx. 2 hours) for a well-deserved full breakfast.
Final Descent: After breakfast, continue the long descent (4-5 hours) back down the Mackinder’s Valley to Old Moses Camp (3,300m).
Night: Dinner and overnight at Old Moses Camp. Sleeping at a lower altitude helps recovery and acclimatization.
Trek: Enjoy a final, easy morning trek (2-3 hours) descending through the forest zone.
Finish: Arrive back at the Sirimon Gate (2,650m) where you’ll sign out of the park.
Transfer: Meet your vehicle and transfer back to Nanyuki for lunch, before continuing the drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon/early evening.
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Leave Nairobi at 8 am 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 3? hours from the gate the track veers right to Judmaier Camp, 3300m for dinner and overnight, L, D
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. Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp, 4200m, B,L,D
Leave at 3am up a steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff clearing visible part towards lower Hall Tarns arriving point Lenana at 6:30am, taking about 3hrs. After the sunrise, descend down to Shipton Camp, 2hrs, for breakfast and further, 4hrs, down to Old Moses Camp for dinner and overnight, B,L,D
After breakfast, walk down through the rainforest for 2 hours to connect with your transport vehicle back to Nairobi, B,L.
NB: We ensure clients get enough and plenty of well cooked food.
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The 4-day Mount Kenya climb via the Sirimon Route is an incredible and popular trek known for its spectacular scenery and relatively gradual, drier ascent. It is widely considered the most beautiful and enjoyable non-technical way to reach the trekking summit, Point Lenana (4,985m).