5 Days, 4 Nights Sirimon In –Sirimon Out

Your Mount Kenya adventure begins with an early departure from Nairobi at 6:00 am, heading north through Kenya’s scenic highlands. By mid-morning, you’ll arrive in Nanyuki town at 10:30 am, the gateway to Mount Kenya, where a delicious lunch awaits.

At 11:30 am, the journey continues to the Sirimon Park Gate, where formalities are completed before stepping onto the trail. The afternoon features a gentle acclimatization trek, designed to ease you into the mountain environment while enjoying the lush montane forest.

By evening, you’ll reach Old Moses Camp (3300m), a high-altitude cabin offering comfort and panoramic views. The day covers approximately 5 hours of trekking, setting the pace for the adventure ahead.

The day begins at 07:00 hrs, with a full day of trekking ahead. Expect approximately 8 hours of walking at a leisurely pace, a true test of patience, endurance, and determination as you ascend steadily along the Sirimon Track.

Your route takes you into the Likii North Valley (3,990m), a picturesque valley nestled below the subsidiary peaks of Teleki and Sendeyo, two ancient parasitic vents of Mount Kenya’s main peaks. The valley’s dramatic scenery and alpine vegetation provide a memorable backdrop for the climb.

From here, you’ll ascend out of the valley and enter the expansive Mackinder’s Valley, one of the broadest and most iconic valleys on the mountain. This area is renowned for its striking giant groundsels and sweeping views of the towering peaks.

By evening, you’ll reach Shipton’s Camp (4,300m), strategically located at the foot of Batian and Nelion, the two highest peaks of Mount Kenya. This camp offers a spectacular vantage point and prepares you for the summit attempt ahead.

This day is dedicated to rest and acclimatization at Shipton’s Camp, the base camp nestled below the towering peaks of Batian and Nelion. After the demanding trek of Day 2, this pause allows your body to adjust to the high altitude, ensuring you are well-prepared for the summit attempt ahead.

While at camp, you’ll have the opportunity to explore the surrounding lower peaks and enjoy short acclimatization walks. The alpine scenery here is spectacular, with dramatic rock formations, giant lobelias, and sweeping views across the Mackinder’s Valley.

The day is intentionally relaxed, giving trekkers time to recharge, soak in the mountain atmosphere, and prepare mentally and physically for the climb to Point Lenana.

The most thrilling day of the trek begins in the early hours at 02:00 hrs, with a head-torch start under the starry skies of Mount Kenya. This alpine ascent is the most demanding section of the expedition, requiring stamina, determination, and a strong mindset.

The route climbs the north face of Point Lenana (4,985m), a path less frequented by tourists, offering solitude and breathtaking views. After approximately four hours of steep trekking, you’ll stand at the summit just in time for sunrise over Mount Kenya — a truly unforgettable moment as the peaks of Batian and Nelion glow in the morning light.

At around 07:30 hrs, the descent begins back to Shipton’s Camp, where a well-earned breakfast awaits. Later in the day, you continue down to Old Moses Camp (3,300m) for your overnight stay, marking the transition from alpine heights back to the montane forest zone.

The final day begins at 08:00 hrs with breakfast at Old Moses Camp (3,300m). From here, you’ll embark on a 4-hour trek out of Mount Kenya National Park, descending through the montane forest and enjoying the last glimpses of the mountain’s diverse landscapes.

At the park gate, our safari vehicle will be waiting to meet you. Before heading back to Nairobi, you’ll enjoy a stopover in Nanyuki for lunch, a fitting way to conclude the trek.

Departure from Nanyuki is scheduled for 13:00 hrs, with an afternoon road transfer back to Nairobi, marking the end of your unforgettable Sirimon In – Sirimon Out trek.