The Chogoria route is our recommended and arguably the most magnificent ascent route to the summit area. It is the driest route up the mountain and the walk beside the Gorges Valley truly spectacular. The descent by the Sirimon route takes one through some beautiful forest tracks and completes the traverse of the mountain.

Day 1

Nairobi - Sirimon Gate - Old Moses Camp ( 3,300M) 3-4 HRS, 9KM, 680 ASCENT.

After pick up in Nairobi,drive to Nanyuki town via shared transpirt arriving in time gor lunch crossing the equator en route to the Sirimon Park gate (2660m). From the gate, we trek up thro magnificent montane forest, bamboo and giant heather zone before reaching the high altitude moorland and our first hut (Old Moses camp 3,300m) for dinner and overnight.This is a gentle trek that takes 3 – 4 hrs gaining an elevation of 680m.
Day 2

Old Moses - Shipton Camp(4200M). 7 HRS, 14KM, 900M ASCENT

After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking right at the junction. After a water break, you continue on the track crossing Ontulili River before turning right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North River and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the Shipton Camp.This camp is a surreal setting below the towering peaks and glacier. Resident population is of Rock hyrax and sun birds.
Day 3

Shipton Camp - Acclimatisation Day

For better acclimatization you can take a rest day at the Shipton camp. Short walks / day hikes are possible on the summit climb to Oblong and Hausberg tarns gaining an elevation of 370m before returning to the camp for lunch. Afternoon is at leisure. N.B: Climbing high and sleeping low is excellent for acclimatization – but you can do that almost as well toughing in the sun watching the eagles!
Day 4

Shipton - Point Lenana(4,985M)- MT KENYA BANDAS (2,900M) 11-12 HRS, 785 ASCENT, 2,085 DESCENT.

Kick off at 3.am to reach point Lenana in time for the African Sunrise. The climb starts on frozen scree and continues on a rocky track with some very minor scrambling. with a good moon you barely need a torch. Without a Moon then the pollution-free sky bangs on the ground giving you as goog a view of the Stars as almost anywhere on Earth. The climb takes 3-4 hours and to add to the exhilaration, Mt Kilimanjaro is also visible from the horizon Descend to Minto`s hut for full breakfast. After a short rest descend further to Mt Kenya Bandas along the Gorges valley where you can enjoy good views of the Temple, Lake Michaelson, Mushroom rocks and Giants billiards table Mountain. Dinner and overnight at the Mt Kenya Bandas. Here can enjoy log fires, hot showers and bed at the Bandas.
Day 5

Meru Bandas - Chogoria Town - 2 HRS, 10KM – Nairobi

After breakfast, descend on a broad track through bamboo and virgin rain forest to meet vehicle for transfer to Chogoria town and further to Nairobi arriving by 17:00hrs.(Half way walk and Halfway you can Opt to use a 4x4 the other Half and this will be at an extra cost.

Included in the Safari Cost

  • Transport from Nairobi to the mountain base.
  • Camping accommodation
  • Full board accommodation whilst on the trek. Meal plan as detailed: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner
  • Porters,guides and cook
  • All park entrance fees to include government taxes

Excluded in the Safari Cost

  • Laundry, sleeping bags, beverages/drinks, and climbing gears
  • Tips to your guide, porter and cook
  • Personal Insurance
  • Items of personal nature

For more information:

Please contact us on email info@tropicalwildexpeditions.com or phone (+254) 721 411 044

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