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5 Days Mount Kenya Climbing Package – Point Lenana (4,985m) | Chogoria Route Up, Sirimon Route Down
The 5-day trek to Point Lenana (4,985m) via the Sirimon route with descent through the Chogoria route offers a well-balanced and highly scenic experience on Mount Kenya. The Sirimon route provides a gradual ascent on the drier, northern side of the mountain, allowing for better acclimatization and a higher chance of reaching the summit. Trekkers reach Point Lenana, the third-highest peak, in time for breathtaking sunrise views over the surrounding landscapes. The descent via the Chogoria route showcases some of the most spectacular scenery on the mountain, including alpine lakes, waterfalls, and dramatic valleys, making this itinerary ideal for hikers seeking both a successful summit and diverse natural beauty.
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Overview
- Duration: 5 Days / 4 Nights
- Destination: Mount Kenya National Park
- Route: Chogoria (ascent) + Sirimon (descent)
- Summit: Point Lenana – 4,985m
- Tour Type: Mount Kenya Hiking Tour
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Best For: Scenic lovers, photographers, adventure travelers
The Chogoria route is known as the most beautiful route on Mount Kenya, passing through forests, waterfalls, lakes, and valleys before joining the summit circuit
Trip Highlights
- Summit Point Lenana (4,985m) – the highest trekking peak
- Hike through the most scenic route on Mount Kenya
- Visit Lake Ellis, Nithi Waterfall, and Gorges Valley
- Experience sunrise from the summit
- Descend via the Sirimon route, offering different landscapes
- Trek through multiple vegetation zones in Mount Kenya National Park
Who This Mount Kenya Tour Is For
Perfect for:
- Travelers searching for a scenic Mount Kenya climbing package
- Nature lovers and photographers
- Adventure travelers visiting Kenya
- Hikers looking for variety (different ascent & descent routes)
Not ideal for:
- Travelers looking for the fastest climb
- Those with very limited time
- Low fitness beginners
This is the most visually rewarding Mount Kenya trek.
What You’ll Do During This Mount Kenya Climb
During this Mount Kenya hiking tour, you will:
- Drive through Chogoria town to the forest edge
- Trek through dense forest into alpine zones
- Visit waterfalls, lakes, and dramatic valleys
- Camp at scenic locations like Lake Ellis and Mintos
- Experience panoramic views of Gorges Valley
- Attempt a night summit to Point Lenana
- Descend through Mackinders Valley via Sirimon route
Mount Kenya routes pass through multiple ecological zones from forest to alpine terrain, making the experience diverse and unique
Itinerary – 5 Days Mount Kenya Climb (Chogoria Up, Sirimon Down)
Day 1: Nairobi /Nanyuki/sirimon /old Moses camp(3300m)
Start from Nairobi at 8am, 4hours to Nanyuki town for lunch.
Proceed to sirimon gate where our hiking starts( 2650m) walking along the equatorial rain forest before joining moorland to old Moses (3300m). Dinner and overnight at the camp.
Day 2: Old Moses to Shipton camp(4200m) 14 km 900m ascent.
Early breakfast, start at 7am, follow uphill track to likii north junction,the track crosses ontulilili river countering moorland to likii valley.uphill to view point and mackinders valley. Lunch on the way depending on weather. Dinner and overnight at Shipton camp.
Day 3: Aclimitization day.
Wake up at time of your choice for breakfast. Walk up for hausebag (4700m) for half circuit to Nanyuki turn going back for lunch passing by my Kenya paradise to Shipton for evening and dinner.
Day 4: Shipton to point lenana ( 4985m)/chogoria bandas.10-12hours 24km.
Start at 3am with snacks. Walk along the steep Cliff towards lower hall tarn enjoying night view on clear weather hoping to reach Sumit before sunrise (6:30am)
After sunrise and photos, descend down to mintos hut( 4300m) for breakfast. One hour break before we proceed down to chogoria bandas. Beautiful scenery,gorges valley,Mugi hill, ithanguni lake Ellis among others. Lunch at road head and if time allows,we visit nithi water fall. Proceed to chogoria bandas there after, hot shower at the camp.
Day 5: Chogoria bandas/chogoria town / Nairobi.
Breakfast at time of your choice, walk down for 5 km enjoy virgin Bamboo forest before joining transfer vehicle to chogoria town for lunch.Transfer back to Nairobi will be ready, arrive in Nairobi at evening.
Offers for This Mount Kenya Climbing Package
Limited-Time Bonuses:
- Free Mount Kenya packing checklist
- Free altitude preparation guide
- Free consultation before your climb
Included:
- Professional Mount Kenya guides
- Porters and cook
- Park entry fees for Mount Kenya National Park
- Meals during the trek
- Transport from Nairobi
- 4×4 transfer on Chogoria route
You are paying for the most scenic and complete Mount Kenya experience.
Cost: $927 per person
Inclusive;
- All transfers
- Park fees
- Guide, Porters and cook
- All 3 meals and drinking water.
- Camping equipment’s
Excludes
- Personal insurance
- Tips
- Hard drink
FAQ – Mount Kenya Climbing
Yes, for scenery. The Chogoria route is considered the most scenic, while Sirimon is better for descent.
Moderate. It requires good fitness but does not involve technical climbing.
Yes, with good fitness and proper pacing.
- January to March
- July to October
Point Lenana (4,985m) is the highest trekking peak. Batian and Nelion require technical climbing.
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