Mt Kenya trekking 6 Days Sirimon Out Chogoria Route

Mt Kenya trekking

Day 1:

Depart from Nairobi at 09:00hrs and proceed towards the cool slopes of Mt. Kenya. Cross the Equator and arrive at your hotel in Nanyuki in time for Lunch.Afterwards  Relax and enjoy the magnificent scenery around Mount Kenya North.

Day 2:

After breakfast transfer to Sirimon route and hike to Old Moses camp for overnight (3300m), (6 to 8 hrs hike) where you pass through a tropical rain forest and bamboo forest. All meals and overnight at the campsite.

Day 3:

Hike to Shipton‘s camp (4200m) for overnight (5 to 7 hrs hike) .The walk takes you near to the summit. Shipton’s camp has also an excellent setting with the north faces of Nelion peak and Batian peak facing which provides a very beautiful scenery.

Day 4:

Attempt on Point Lenana (4985m) A pre-dawn attempt on point Lenana gives you enough time to reach the summit when the sun is rising and in clear weather which gives you a clear scenery. Afterwards descend to Mintos hut for overnight.

Day 5:

Descend leisurely to Chogoria park gate (3020m) for overnight. This area has spectacular views down into the Gorges valley with Lake Michaelson and Vivienne falls, and across on the other side you can see Ithanguni peak, Rotundu peaks and the Giant Flat — top Kilingo hill table.

Day 6:

Descend leisurely to Chogoria town for transfer back to Nairobi. Chogoria gate to Chogoria town is about 6 – 8 hours, on dirt roads through a thick bamboo forest and tropical forest. The forest is really beautiful with chances of seeing wildlife such as, white-tailed mongoose, elephant, black rhino, Columbus monkeys, Suni, duiker. Drive back to Nairobi to arrive late afternoon.

End of 6 Days Sirimon Out Chogoria Route

INCLUSIVES:

Transport from Nairobi, to as high as possible on the mountain and return to Nairobi.

• Quality fresh food but with some prepared (client to advise any particular likes / dislikes or dietary considerations).
• Porters for all food and tentage, plus up to 15kg. of the clients personal equipment.
• All tents, sleeping mats, eating and cooking utensils etc.
• Services of the guide
• Park entrance and camping fees.

EXCLUSIVES:  All gear and equipment; i.e. Helmet and harness, 2 x 9mm ropes, we use double rope system, Slings, karabinas and other protection devices.  First and last night accommodation in Nairobi,  Tips to porters and guide,  Foot wear and sleeping bag.