Overview
Mt. Kenya stands majestically at 5,199 meters above sea level, being Africa’s second-highest mountain. This snow-capped giant boasts a diverse ecosystem of rare flora and fauna, glaciers, valleys, and peaks. With several routes leading to the summit, choosing the right one can make all the difference.
The Sirimon Route, a path less traveled, The Sirimon Route is about 42km long and takes approximately 4- 5 days to complete. The first day involves a 9km trek from Sirimon Gate to Old Moses camp, followed by a 14km trek from Old Moses camp to Shipton’s camp on the second day. The third day involves a trek from Shipton’s to Mackinder’s Hut and a descend back to Shipton’s and this is the time for acclimatization.
This route provides a gradual and gentle ascent, allowing climbers to acclimatize naturally, enjoy breathtaking scenery, and experience the magic of Mt. Kenya. It offers a varied terrain landscape, with climbers passing through dense bamboo forests, heather zones, moorland and rocky ridges, valleys, and glaciers. The route also offers stunning views of the Gorges Valley, the Mackinder Valley, the Nelion and Batian peaks, and the highest points on Mount Kenya. This hike is usually rated as the easiest among the short trips and is quite popular with persons attempting to reach an altitude exceeding 4000m for the first time.
Day 1:
Nairobi- Sirimoni 3h30 -Old Moses Hut (3,340m)
We will drive from Nairobi to Nanyuki Town located on the lower slopes of Mount Kenya arriving in time for lunch. Take a drive to the Sirimon Park Gate. Then trek up through magnificent montane forests, bamboo and giant heather zones before reaching the high altitude moorland and Old Moses Mountain Hut/Campsite. Accommodation: Old Moses Hut
Day 2:
Old Moses Hut -Ship ton’s Camp 7/8h
After an early breakfast trek to Shipton’s Camp (4200m). The hike is awesome but a good test on individual endurance on the mountain. The trek takes you up across hills and valleys through the entire stretch of the sprawling moorlands with unique and interesting plants and animals including the Giant groundsels and lobelias and the mountain rock hyrax. Dinner and overnight at Shipton’s Camp
Day 3:
Shipton's Camp -Mackinder’s Hut/Camp 4h
Departing at 0800hrs ascend the Hausberg col (4600m) then descend steeply to Hausberg valley and Oblong tarns before making a further steep ascent, crossing huge boulders via Two Tarn making a descend back to Shiptons camp. Dinner and overnight at Shipton’s Camp
Day 4:
Mackinder’s Hut/Camp-old Moses Camp
It is possible to do this route in just 4 days by skipping the day 4 at Shipton’s Camp
Leaving camp at 03/00hrs hike up the steep scree slopes and glacier to Point Lenana (4985m), the hiker’s summit. Planned that you arrive in time to witness the African Sun rising over the equator, reflect its golden glow on the Majestic peaks of Batian and Nelion – you may feel tired after this demanding adventure but absolutely ecstatic after you’ve made it to the top. After celebration at the top descend to Shiptons camp (4200m) for breakfast then proceed further down to Old Moses. Dinner and overnight at the Old Moses.
Day 5:
Old Moses to Nairobi 3h
After an early breakfast, walk down through the rainforest for 2 hours, from where you connect the vehicle for transfer back to Nairobi. Arrival in Nairobi by late afternoon.
Included
- All Transfers.
- Accommodation on full board.
- Transport in a safari tour with game viewing roof top.
- 3 meals a day while on safari.
- All game park entrance fees for clients, guide & vehicle.
- Services of a professional safari guide/ driver.
- Drinking Water
- Personalized private services.
Excluded
- International flights and taxes
- Passport & Visa applications & processing
- Travel Insurance.
- Tips and gratitude’s to drivers & guides.
- Personal laundry
- Alcoholic Drinks.
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