Sirimon – Chogoria Tranverse

Experience one of the most scenic and rewarding Mount Kenya trekking adventures with this 5-day climb, ascending via the Sirimon Route and descending through the lush Chogoria Route. This trek combines the dry, rugged landscapes of the Sirimon side with the lush forests, valleys, and lakes of Chogoria, making it the most diverse and picturesque route on the mountain. Ideal for adventurers seeking both challenge and scenery, this route offers an authentic African mountain experience.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Old Moses Camp (3,300m) | 3–4 hrs, 9km, 680m ascent
Depart Nairobi and drive through Nanyuki, crossing the equator before reaching Sirimon Park Gate (2,660m). Begin your trek through montane forest, bamboo, and heather zones to reach Old Moses Camp for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2: Old Moses – Shipton’s Camp (4,200m) | 6–7 hrs, 14km, 900m ascent
Follow the trail past rivers, moorlands, and scenic valleys. Cross Ontulili and Liki North Rivers before climbing Mackinder’s Valley, with panoramic views of towering peaks. Overnight at Shipton’s Camp, nestled at the base of the majestic summits.

Day 3: Acclimatization Day at Shipton’s Camp
Take a rest day to adjust to the altitude. Optional short hikes to Hausberg and Oblong tarns provide excellent acclimatization and stunning mountain views.

Day 4: Shipton’s – Point Lenana (4,985m) – Chogoria Bandas (2,900m) | 11–12 hrs
Begin your summit push at 3:00 am across frozen scree and rocky trails. Reach Point Lenana in time for a spectacular sunrise, with Mount Kilimanjaro visible on the horizon. Descend via Minto’s Hut and the Gorges Valley, passing Lake Michaelson and Mushroom Rocks, before reaching the Bandas for a well-deserved rest with hot showers and log fires.

Day 5: Chogoria Bandas – Chogoria Town – Nairobi | 2–3 hrs, 10km
Enjoy breakfast before trekking through bamboo and rainforest. Meet your transfer vehicle for the drive to Chogoria town, then return to Nairobi by evening.