Mount Kenya Trek - Chogoria & Sirimon route combo 5 days

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24 peopleMaximum group size

15 - 78 yearsAge range for participants

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Nairobi, Kenya

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Take the most scenic routes up Mount Kenya

Summit Point Lenana (4,985 m)

Enjoy scenic views of Mugi, Ithanguni and the Giants Billiards Table

Camping at the Lake Ellies

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For those who dream of summiting Africa’s legendary peaks, the Mount Kenya Trek – Chogoria to Sirimon Route offers a 5-day adventure to Point Lenana (4,985 m), the mountain's third-highest summit. Tailored for both active young adults and seniors seeking a rewarding trekking experience, this guided journey takes you through bamboo forests, dramatic valleys, and rocky alpine landscapes. Ascend via the scenic Chogoria route, descend through the Sirimon route, and marvel at panoramic vistas of Gorges Valley and the Northern Moorlands.

Nights under the stars in comfortable tents and sunrise on the summit make this tour especially memorable. Its unique selling point is the combination of diverse ecosystems and the achievement of reaching a major peak without technical climbing. For hikers wanting a challenging yet accessible trekking tour packed with natural splendor, this Mount Kenya trek is an unmissable experience.

day 1Nairobi – Chogaria Gate (2,950 m)

Our Company representative / Guide will meet you in Nairobi at 6:30am and drive you to Chogoria town for lunch. Hear you will link up with other Crew members. Take a 4x4 drive to the edge of the bamboo forest 2480m. Once you reach there, you will start your trek through dense forests and head to Mount Kenya Chogoria Gate (2,950 m) above sea level. Stay overnight at the Meru Mount Kenya Chogoria Gate camp site inside the national park.
Distance: 10km

Meals

Lunch, Dinner

day 2Mount Kenya Chogoria Gate—Lake Ellis Campsite (3,540 m)

day 3Lake Ellis—Minto’s Camp (4,200 m)

day 4Minto’s Hut—Point Lenana (4,985 m)—Old Moses Camp

day 5Old Moses Camp—Nairobi

What's Included

4 Breakfasts, 4 Lunches and 4 Dinners

5 Days/ 4 Nights on the Mountain

All transportation to/from the mountain (private)

All Park fees, Government Taxes and Levis

All food while on the Mountain

Camping Gear (Tents)

English speaking guiding services

Porter support for the climb

Optional Add-ons Available during check-out

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