5-Day Mt Kenya-Siromon-Chogoria Route

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

Nairobi-Sirimon Gate-Old Moses Camp

After pickup in Nairobi, drive through Nanyuki town — crossing the Equator en route — to Sirimon Park Gate (2,660m). From here, begin your trek through montane forest, bamboo, and giant heather zones before reaching the open moorlands.
Arrive at Old Moses Camp (3,300m) for dinner and overnight stay. This first gentle hike takes approximately 3–4 hours and provides a perfect introduction to the mountain’s unique landscapes.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Old Moses camp-Shipton camp

After breakfast, continue ascending along the trail, branching right at the junction. Cross the Ontulili River, contour through the moorlands, and cross the Liki North River before entering the stunning Mackinder Valley.
From here, panoramic views open up towards the jagged peaks and glaciers surrounding Shipton’s Camp — your base for the next two nights. Rock hyraxes and sunbirds are common here.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Shipton camp-Acclimatization

Spend the day at Shipton’s Camp to help your body adjust to the altitude. Optional short hikes to Oblong and Hausberg Tarns (gaining about 370m) offer great acclimatization and beautiful views before returning to camp for lunch.
The rest of the afternoon is free for rest or light exploration.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Shipton camp-Point Lenana-Mt Kenya Bandas

Begin your summit attempt at 3:00 a.m. under starlit skies. The climb starts on frozen scree and rocky terrain, requiring steady pacing and some minor scrambling. With a bright moon, headlamps are hardly needed, and if the sky is clear, the stars create an unforgettable display.
Reach Point Lenana (4,985m) around sunrise for a spectacular view of the African plains — and, on clear days, distant Mount Kilimanjaro.
After photos and celebration, descend to Minto’s Hut for breakfast, then continue down through the Gorges Valley towards Mt. Kenya Bandas (2,900m). Along the way, enjoy dramatic views of the Temple, Lake Michaelson, Mushroom Rocks, and Giant’s Billiard Table.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Mt Kenya Bandas-Chogoria town-Nairobi

After breakfast, descend through bamboo and pristine rainforest to meet your transfer vehicle at Chogoria Town. From here, drive back to Nairobi, arriving around 5:00 p.m.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

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.