6-Days Mount Kenya Climbing Experience: Scenic Exploration via Sirimon Route
Sirimon Route
Embark on a 6-day Mount Kenya climbing adventure via the Sirimon Route. Explore scenic landscapes, enjoy the finest walking trails, and experience the best bunk house facilities on the mountain.
Duration:
6 days
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Sirimon Route - Leave Nairobi at 8 am to Nanyuki town for lunch, taking about 4 hours. Proceed to Sirimon Gate, 1 hr, 2440m. From the gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest which becomes heath land after about 3 hrs. About 3½ hours from the gate the track veers right to Judmaier Camp, 3300m for dinner and overnight, L, D
- Old Moses - After climbing through the rain forest to 3993m. We will spend the night at Liki Camp north,B,L,D.
- Shiptons campsite Mt kenya - The trail proceeds to Shipton’s camp where we will rest in order to acclimatise overnight,B,L,D.
- Mackinder’s - From Shipton’s camp the trail leads to kami hut below the north face of Batian. Continuing west – southwest the trails climbs up switchbacks in the fine snow before reaching Hausberg col at 4590m. We will descend into the upper Hausberg valley and rest at the aptly named oblong and Hausberg tarns. Ascending to the crest of a ridge known as Arthur’s seat we see the trail winding along a beautiful series of rock ledges. We will descend to shipton’s camp for the night,B,L,D.
- Point Lenana - An early 2.00 am start for an attempt to reach point Lenana before descending to Mackinder’s camp for breakfast then on to Met Station for dinner and overnight, B,L,D
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Nairobi - Met Station | Naromoru Gate, 9km, 3hrs| Nairobi Descend to park gate and transfer to Nairobi,B,L
What's Included
- Price guaranteed upon confirmation
- Safe treated water provided during the trek
- Comprehensive meal plan (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- Transfers to/from the mountain base included
What's Not Included
- Laundry, tips, sleeping bags, drinks, accommodation before the trek and climbing gears
- International flights
- Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary
Additional Information
This route provides more picturesque views than Naromoru and is located on the mountain’s dry side, offering some of the most enjoyable hikes. The journey includes a climb through a forest leading to a broad ridge that approaches the summit area. The trail originates on the northwest side of the mountain, near Nanyuki. The accessibility is decent, and the bunkhouse amenities are the finest on this mountain side.
Location
Sirimon Route
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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