A 4-day Mount Kenya climbing safari via the Sirimon Route offers a scenic and gradual ascent through diverse ecological zones, from lush montane forests and bamboo zones to alpine moorlands and rocky high-altitude terrain. The route is known for its steady climb, making it one of the most accessible and rewarding ways to reach Point Lenana, the trekking summit of Mount Kenya. Along the way, climbers enjoy breathtaking landscapes, unique flora, and stunning sunrise views from the mountain. This itinerary combines adventure, physical challenge, and spectacular scenery for an unforgettable mountain trekking experience.
At 0800hrs pick up from your residence/hotel/Airport and leave for Nanyuki, a town nearby Mount Kenya. Do some shopping at the town and have lunch Thereafter, transfer to Sirimon Gate, the base of Mount Kenya 2660m. Here you meet with guides / porters and start your climb at 10am. After a 3-hour walk with lunch on the way, you will head to Old Moses Camp (3300m) on the edge of the mountainous forest where you will spend the night.
At 0800hrs, leave for Shiptons Camp. After one hour from Shiptons Camp, the track crosses Ontulili River. Go right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North and continue uphill to Mackinder’s Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the main peaks. Arrive at Shiptons Camp (4200m) in time for dinner and rest.
At 0330hrs, have an early morning climb through steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff clearing visible part towards lower Hall Tarns arriving Point Lenana, 4,985 m (16,355 ft.) at 6:30am, taking about 3hrs. After the sunrise, descend down to Shiptons Camp, 2hrs, for breakfast and further, 4hrs, down to Old Moses Camp for dinner and overnight.
At 0800hrs, have your breakfast and descend down through rainforest to arrive Sirimon gate in time to connect with your driver. Have lunch at Nanyuki town then leave for Nairobi to arrive in good time to be dropped at your residence/hotel/Airport
