5 Days Mount Kenya Climb, Mount Kenya Hiking

Traverse the mountain, starting on the Chogoria Route and descending on the Sirimon Route. One of the most magnificent routes on the mountain hike.

The Chogoria route is, perhaps, the most magnificent ascent route to the summit of Mount Kenya. It is the driest route up the mountain and the climb is truly spectacular. Begin your thrilling 5-day adventure to conquer Mount Kenya's majestic peak from Nairobi! This traverse climbs via the Chogoria Route, starting on the wetter eastern mountain slopes. Immerse yourself in the lush bamboo zone and cool highland forests on your way up, passing scenic gorges, cascading waterfalls, and sparkling tarns. As you ascend, reach the summit, Point Lenana - the pinnacle of your challenge. Celebrate your achievement at the top before beginning your descent through the contrasting Sirimon Route.

Hike through giant forests and traverse rocky terrain, taking in the unique landscape on this side of the mountain. This route offers a moderate challenge and the total distance covered throughout the trek is an impressive 80 kilometers, perfect for those seeking an unforgettable expedition on Mount Kenya.

Mount Kenya Climb Highlights:

• Combine two of the most scenic routes on Mount Kenya
• Spectacular views of the mountain through the Gorges valley
• Varied mountain vegetation from Rain-forest, Bamboo, Moorland and Giant Lobelia
• The chance to acclimatize at 3,300m

Mount Kenya, Climb Chogoria – Sirimon Mountain Traverse

Day 1: Nairobi-Mt Kenya Bandas (2,900m) 3hrs, 10km walk, 650m ascent.

Depart from Nairobi at 0800hrs, driving through agricultural country up to Chogoria town for lunch. After lunch, we drive up to the edge of the bamboo forest, where we start our trekking through the dense bamboo forest for a distance of 10 km to the Mt Kenya Bandas. Dinner and overnight at the Meru Mount Kenya Bandas.

Day 2: Mt Kenya Bandas - Lake Ellis Campsite (3,600m) 3hrs, 9km, 700m ascent.

After breakfast and sorting of porter loads, we set off up the mountain at a nice and easy pace. A slightly longer walk via Lake Ellis gives scenic views of Mugi, Ithanguni, and the Giant's Billiards Table, whilst if we follow the river near road head, upstream for about 3 km, the foreground scenery and flora is particularly beautiful. Lunch on the banks of a stream, then it's time to cut up the left-hand hillside to our camp at about 3,600m, well away from any of the more "touristy" areas.

Dinner and Overnight at Lake Ellis Campsite

Day 3: Lake Ellis - Minto`s Camp (4,200m), 4 hrs, 12km, 600m ascent.

Similar early start. Again well off the beaten track to follow a ridge up the mountain for about 3 hours to eventually join the tourist track on the normal Chogoria route at an altitude of about 4,100m. Breathtaking views over the Gorges Valley and back over towards Ithanguni and the Northern Moorlands. Lunch is served at a small stream crossing, before continuing for a further hour to the Mintos Hut area at 4200m and our night's rest. The afternoon is spent relaxing at camp, though a 10-minute walk to the "Temple" is well worth the effort. This is a 150 meters vertical cliff that gets its name from the position visitors often adopt when peering over the edge - they look as if they are praying. An early night is recommended as you are attempting the summit the next day.

Day 4: Minto`s - Pt Lenana (4,985m) - Liki North/ Old Moses camp. 8–9 hrs, 785 ascent, 1,085 descent, 19km

Predawn attempt of the summit starts at 0300hrs, and you hike for about three hours up to Point Lenana (4,985m), the hiker's summit, arriving there in time to watch the African sunrise. Descend to Shipton camp for breakfast. After breakfast, begin a 3-hour descent via Mackinder`s valley to the Liki North camp (3,900m). The descent is gentle, and it offers ample time to enjoy fascinating scenery which includes the moorlands before reaching the camp.
Dinner and overnight at Liki North / Old Moses camp

Day 5: Liki North camp - Nairobi - 3 hrs.

After early morning breakfast and transfer back to Nairobi, arriving late afternoon.

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