Experience a 4-day trek along the Mount Kenya Sirimon Route, departing from Nairobi and trekking through montane forest, bamboo, giant heather and high-altitude moorland. The trek includes an ascent to Point Lenana (4,985 mts) and overnight stays at Old Moses Camp and Shipton's Camp.
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4 Days Mount Kenya Sirimon Route Trek
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A 4-day Mount Kenya trek along the Sirimon Route, featuring Old Moses Camp, Shipton's Camp and a summit attempt at Point Lenana (4,985 mts).
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Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi – Old Moses Camp
Depart from Nairobi from your hotel and proceed to Sirimon Gate (2,660m). From the gate, trek through magnificent montane forest, bamboo and giant heather zone before reaching the high-altitude moorland and Old Moses Camp (3,300m) for dinner and overnight.
Day 2: Old Moses – Shiptons Camp
After breakfast, follow the track uphill, crossing Ontulili River and Liki North River through the moorland. Have packed lunch at Mackinder's Valley as you enjoy the views of the valley and the main peaks. Dinner and overnight at Shipton's Camp (4,200m).
The distance from Old Moses Camp to Shipton's Camp is 17 km and takes 6–7 hours.
Day 3: Pt Lenana – Old Moses Camp
Pre-dawn start at 3:00 am for the summit attempt. Trek up steep screes and a bare rocky track to reach the summit, Pt Lenana (4,985 mts), in time for sunrise. If the sky is clear across the southern part of Kenya, you will be able to view the peaks of Kilimanjaro.
After sunrise, descend to Shipton's Camp for breakfast. After relaxing, descend to Old Moses Camp for dinner and overnight.
Day 4: Old Moses – Sirimon Park Gate
After breakfast, hit the trail down to Sirimon Gate, where we will hold our graduation ceremony.