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6 Days 5 Nights Chogoria-Sirimon Route Tour

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Duration : 5 Nights / 6 Days

Destination Covered : Nanyuki, Mount Kenya, Sirimon Gate

Tour Activities : Trekking

Tour Themes : Adventure Tours, Wildlife

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Nanyuki, Mount Kenya and Sirimon Gate Tour Overview

HIGHLIGHTS

Ascend through the most scenic side of Mt. Kenya (Chogoria Route)

Stunning views of Gorges Valley, Lake Ellis, and Lake Michaelson

Summit sunrise at Point Lenana (4,985 m)

Cross over to descend via Sirimon Route, offering contrasting landscapes

Experience both the wild eastern and gentle northern faces of the mountain

Nanyuki, Mount Kenya and Sirimon Gate Tour Itinerary

Day 1

NAIROBI – CHOGORIA – LAKE ELLIS CAMP (3,300 m)

Depart Nairobi early morning and drive east to Chogoria Town (approx. 5 hours). Continue by 4x4 vehicle through dense montane forest to the Chogoria Park Gate (2,850 m) for registration.
After lunch, start trekking along the scenic trail to Lake Ellis Camp, located beside the stunning alpine lake. The day’s hike provides breathtaking views of the Gorges Valley and the rolling moorlands of Mt. Kenya.

Trekking time: 3–4 hours | Distance: 8 km
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Lake Ellis Camp (Tented Camp)

Day 2

LAKE ELLIS – MINTOS CAMP (4,200 m)

After breakfast, continue trekking uphill through moorland vegetation. The trail gradually ascends to the Mintos Hut area, a spectacular camp overlooking the Gorges Valley.
From here, you can admire Lake Michaelson far below and enjoy one of the most scenic spots on the mountain. The afternoon is for rest and acclimatization.

Trekking time: 5–6 hours | Distance: 12 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Mintos Camp (Tented Camp)

Day 3

MINTOS – POINT LENANA (4,985 m) – SHIPTON’S CAMP (4,200 m)

Wake up before dawn for your summit push. Start hiking around 2:30 a.m. to reach Point Lenana (4,985 m) at sunrise. Enjoy magnificent views across the Kenyan highlands, the Gorges Valley, and even Mount Kilimanjaro on a clear morning.
After celebrating your summit, descend via Simba Col into the Mackinder Valley to reach Shipton’s Camp for breakfast and a well-deserved rest.

Trekking time: 8–9 hours | Distance: 14 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Shipton’s Camp (Hut or Tent)

Day 4

SHIPTON’S CAMP – OLD MOSES CAMP (3,300 m)

After breakfast, descend through the picturesque Mackinder Valley, crossing moorlands dotted with giant lobelias and groundsels. Continue descending to Old Moses Camp, located just above the forest line.

Trekking time: 6 hours | Distance: 14 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Overnight: Old Moses Camp (Hut or Tent)

Day 5

OLD MOSES – SIRIMON GATE – NANYUKI – NAIROBI

After breakfast, make a short, easy descent to Sirimon Gate (2,650 m). Meet your vehicle and transfer to Nanyuki for lunch, then continue to Nairobi, arriving late afternoon.

Trekking time: 2–3 hours | Distance: 9 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

Day 6

OLD MOSES – SIRIMON GATE – NANYUKI – NAIROBI

fter breakfast, make a short, easy descent to Sirimon Gate (2,650 m). Meet your vehicle and transfer to Nanyuki for lunch, then continue to Nairobi, arriving late afternoon.

Trekking time: 2–3 hours | Distance: 9 km
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch