5-Day Mt. Kenya Sirimon-Chogoria Traverse

Overview of 5-Day Mt. Kenya Sirimon-Chogoria Traverse

5 Days / 4 Nights Duration
Nairobi Location
$1,100.00 per person

The most scenic route on Mt. Kenya. Ascend via Sirimon and descend via Chogoria, passing Gorges Valley and Lake Michaelson.

Highlights of this Tour

Gorges Valley views, Lake Michaelson, Temple Cliffs, diverse ascent/descent scenery.

Itinerary and Where to Stay

Day 1: Arrival at Old Moses

Drive from Nairobi to Sirimon Gate. Easy trek to Old Moses camp.

Meals Day 1: Lunch, Dinner

Day 2: Shipton Camp Ascent

Trek through moorland to Shipton Camp at the foot of the peaks.

Meals Day 2: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Summit Point Lenana

Midnight summit push to Point Lenana. Descend to Mintos Camp.

Meals Day 3: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Chogoria Gorges Valley

Descent through the spectacular Gorges Valley to Meru Mt. Kenya Bandas.

Meals Day 4: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Chogoria to Nairobi

Walk to the park gate, 4x4 transfer to Chogoria town, and drive back to Nairobi.

Meals Day 5: Breakfast, Lunch

What's Included

  • Full board
  • guides
  • porters
  • park fees
  • hut/camping gear
  • 4x4 transfers at Chogoria.

What's Not Included

  • Personal gear
  • tips
  • Nairobi hotel.

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Approximate Price per Person
$1,100.00
($1,100.00 USD)
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Quick Info

  • Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Starts: Nairobi
  • Ends: Nairobi
The Sirimon-Chogoria traverse is widely considered the best trekking experience on the mountain, combining the best views with excellent altitude gain.
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