5-Day Mt Kenya Traverse Chogoria up Sirimon Down

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

Nairobi – Chogoria – Lake Ellis

Your adventure begins with an early morning departure from Nairobi and a scenic drive to Chogoria town. After completing park entry formalities, continue by 4x4 to the trekking starting point. Hike through the beautiful moorland, passing streams, waterfalls, and alpine vegetation before arriving at Lake Ellis. Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at the campsite.

Main Destination:

Chogoria Gate (Mt Kenya)

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Ellis – Lake Michaelson

After breakfast, continue trekking through the Afro-alpine zone with spectacular views of Gorges Valley and the surrounding peaks. The trail passes giant lobelias, groundsels, and open moorlands before reaching Lake Michaelson. Spend the evening relaxing, enjoying dinner, and preparing for the summit ascent.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

• Dinner (Breakfast & lunch not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Michaelson – Point Lenana – Shipton Camp

Rise before dawn for the summit attempt to Point Lenana (4,985 m). Reach the summit in time to witness a breathtaking sunrise over Mount Kenya and the surrounding landscapes. After celebrating your achievement, descend past Hall Tarns and continue to Shipton Camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Shipton Camp – Old Moses Camp

After breakfast, descend through the scenic Mackinder Valley along the Sirimon Route. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you leave the alpine zone and enter the moorland, with excellent views of the valleys and peaks. Arrive at Old Moses Camp in the afternoon for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Mount Kenya

Accommodation:

Budget camping

Meals & Drinks:

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

Old Moses Camp – Sirimon Gate – Nairobi

Following breakfast, continue descending through the forest along the Sirimon Route to Sirimon Gate. After completing park exit formalities, meet your driver and begin the journey back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening with unforgettable memories of your Mount Kenya adventure.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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