5 Days Sirimon Down Chogoria Route

Embark on an exhilarating trek up Mt. Kenya, ascending through lush forest, alpine moorlands, and rugged high-altitude terrain toward the breathtaking summit of Point Lenana at 4,985m. Experience diverse campsites, spectacular sunrise views, and dramatic scenery as you cross from the Sirimon route to the scenic Chogoria side. Speak to one of our tour operators today to start planning your unforgettable Mt. Kenya climbing adventure.

ACCOMMODATIONS

Old moses, camp Shiptons, camp Meru bandas
PRICE
$858 per person sharing
INCLUDES
  • Park fees
  • Guide, chef & porters’ fees
  • Portage
  • Return transport in a shared taxi (Matatu)
  • Pick up and drop off
  • Meals
  • Camping fees
  • Government taxes
  • Sleeping Mat
  • Sleeping Tent
EXCLUDES
  • Hiking gear
  • Rescue fees
  • Personal items
  • Drinking water
  • Tips
  • Any other activities
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DAY 1: NAIROBI – SIRIMON GATE 2650m – OLD MOSES 3300m

After breakfast at 8:00 am leave Nairobi with a shared shuttle van to Sirimon gate where you will start your hiking to Judimere campsite. Trek from Sirimon gate to Judimere campsite is a distance of 9km that take a bout 3-4 hours trekking, passing through the forest of indigenous trees. Dinner and over night in the tent at Old Moses Campsite.


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DAY 2: JUDIMERE CAMPSITE – SHIPTONS CAMP 4200m

Wake up at 6:00am in the morning, pack your belongings, and then have after breakfast at 6:30am. Leave Judimere campsite with a picnic lunch exactly at 7:00 am to shiptons campsite a distance of 14 km a journey that takes 6-7 hours. Shiptons camp is located at the base of the highest peaks namely Batian and Nelion. Dinner and overnight in the tent at Shiptons campsite.


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DAY 3: SHIPTONS - SIMBA TARN 4612M

After breakfast leave for a short sharp ascent to Simba turn campsite for lunch, dinner and overnight stay


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DAY 4: SIMBA TARN – LENANA SUMMIT 4985m – Meru Bandas 2950m

Wake up very early in the morning exactly at 3:30 am to prepare your self and the take pre breakfast at 4:00 am. Leave Simba tarn at 4:30 am to attempt the summit a journey that takes 1 ½ hours to reach the summit. Point Lenana is the third highest peak in Mt Kenya and the only one that can be reached by trekking. On a clear sky day, you can see Mt Kilimanjaro on southern side and Indian Ocean shining as the sun is rising. After enjoying the summit, descend down back to Simba tarn camp for full breakfast. proceed further down to Meru Bandas. This is where you will have lunch and spend your fourth night.


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DAY 5: CHOGORIA GATE – CHOGORIA TOWN - NAIROBI

After early breakfast walk down for a few kms then take a vehicle to Chogoria gate. Transfer back to Nairobi.


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Things To Carry:
  • Hiking boots (Waterproof with a good grip)
  • Warm socks (4 pairs)
  • Light socks
  • Tights
  • Tops (Light &Warm)
  • Warm jacket
  • Warm trouser
  • Warm hat/balaclava
  • Normal hat (For sunny days)
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses
  • Torch
  • Water bottle
  • Hot water bottle/flask
  • Gloves (Warm)
  • Day pack
  • Porter’s bag
  • High energy snacks
  • Walking sticks
  • Crocs/light shoes to wear in the evening
  • Water proof jacket and trousers
  • Sleeping mat
  • Sleeping bag (Suitable for low temperature)
  • Tent

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