5 Days Mount Kenya Trekking Adventure – Sirimon Down Chogoria Route

Highlights

Embark on a thrilling Mount Kenya Trekking expedition that combines the scenic Sirimon Route with the dramatic descent through Chogoria. This 5‑day adventure offers the perfect balance of acclimatization, challenging ascents, and breathtaking scenery. From lush montane forests and moorlands to alpine peaks and glacial valleys, trekkers experience diverse ecosystems and summit Point Lenana (4,985m), the most accessible trekking peak of Mount Kenya. With an acclimatization day at Shipton Camp, this itinerary maximizes success rates while showcasing the beauty of Mackinder Valley, Gorges Valley, and Lake Michaelson.

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Day 1: Nairobi – Sirimon Gate – Old Moses Camp.

- Distance: ~9 km

- Altitude: 2,650m (Sirimon Gate) → 3,300m (Old Moses Camp)

- Trekking Hours: 3–4 hours

Attractions: Dense montane forest, giant bamboo, wildlife such as colobus monkeys and antelopes.

Private transfer from Nairobi to Nanyuki, then begin your Mount Kenya Trekking adventure at Sirimon Gate. Trek through lush forest and moorland to Old Moses Camp for acclimatization.
Day 2: Old Moses Camp – Shipton Camp.

- Distance: ~14 km

- Altitude: 3,300m → 4,200m

- Trekking Hours: 6–7 hours

Attractions: Mackinder Valley, giant lobelias, senecios, and views of Batian and Nelion peaks.

A challenging day of Mount Kenya Trekking as you ascend gradually to Shipton Camp, surrounded by dramatic alpine scenery.
Day 3: Shipton Camp Acclimatization

- Distance: Short acclimatization hikes around Shipton Camp

- Altitude: 4,200m

- Trekking Hours: 2–3 hours (light hikes)

Attractions: Alpine vegetation, panoramic views of surrounding peaks, preparation for summit push.

Spend the day acclimatizing at Shipton Camp. This crucial step increases your chances of successfully summiting Point Lenana.
Day 4: Shipton Camp – Point Lenana – Chogoria Bandas

- Distance: ~20 km (summit + descent)

- Altitude: 4,200m → 4,985m (Point Lenana) → 2,950m (Bandas)

- Trekking Hours: 10–12 hours

Attractions: Sunrise at Point Lenana, panoramic views of Mount Kenya peaks, Gorges Valley, Lake Michaelson. The highlight of your Mount Kenya Trekking adventure: a pre‑dawn summit attempt to Point Lenana. After celebrating at the peak, descend via the Chogoria Route to Mount Kenya Bandas
Day 5: Chogoria Bandas – Chogoria Town – Nairobi

- Distance: ~10 km hike + road transfer

- Altitude: 2,950m → 2,000m (Chogoria Town) → Nairobi

- Trekking Hours: 2–3 hours trekking + 4–5 hours drive

Attractions: Gorges Valley cliffs, waterfalls, rolling hills, and farmlands.

Conclude your Mount Kenya Trekking expedition with a scenic descent to Chogoria Town, followed by a private transfer back to Nairobi.