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Embark on a 4-day Mt. Kenya hike via the Sirimon Route, exploring forests, moorlands, and alpine landscapes. Summit Point Lenana (4,985m) at sunrise for stunning views.

Highlights

• Hike through diverse landscapes, from forests to alpine zones.
• Spot unique wildlife and endemic flora along the way.
• Witness a magical sunrise at Point Lenana (4,985m).
• Enjoy panoramic views of glaciers, valleys, and distant peaks.

Description

Embark on an unforgettable 4-day adventure to the summit of Mt. Kenya via the Sirimon Route, renowned for its scenic beauty and gradual ascent. This route offers a diverse experience, from hiking through dense forests to breathtaking alpine meadows with stunning glacier views. Perfect for adventurers seeking a thrilling yet manageable challenge, the highlight of the journey is reaching Point Lenana (4,985m) at sunrise. Below is a detailed day-by-day breakdown of the trek. Day 1: Nairobi to Sirimon Gate – Hike to Old Moses Camp (3,300m) Distance: 9 km | Hiking Time: 3-4 hours | Elevation Gain: 600m Your journey starts with a scenic drive from Nairobi to the Sirimon Gate (2,650m) at the park’s entrance. After registration, you’ll gradually hike through montane forests teeming with wildlife like colobus monkeys and bushbucks. The trail ascends into heath and moorland zones, offering your first glimpse of the mountain’s dramatic landscape. The day ends at Old Moses Camp, where you’ll settle in for the night. Day 2: Old Moses Camp to Shipton’s Camp (4,200m) Distance: 14 km | Hiking Time: 6-8 hours | Elevation Gain: 900m After an early breakfast, the hike continues through scenic moorlands and expansive valleys, with magnificent views of the surrounding peaks. As you ascend, you’ll cross the Ontulili River and pass through the scenic Liki North Valley. Along the way, look out for unique flora like giant lobelias and groundsels. You’ll arrive at Shipton’s Camp, located at the base of towering peaks, where you’ll rest and acclimatize to the altitude. Day 3: Summit Day – Shipton’s Camp to Point Lenana (4,985m) – Descend to Old Moses Camp (3,300m) Distance: 20 km | Hiking Time: 10-12 hours | Elevation Gain: 785m The most challenging and exciting day begins before dawn to catch the sunrise at the summit. Equipped with headlamps, you’ll climb steeply across rocky and icy terrain, reaching Point Lenana just in time for a breathtaking sunrise. On a clear day, you can spot Mt. Kilimanjaro and the Aberdare Ranges in the distance. After savouring the summit moment, you’ll descend to Shipton’s Camp for a quick break and continue down to Old Moses Camp for the night. Day 4: Old Moses Camp to Sirimon Gate – Drive Back to Nairobi Distance: 9 km | Hiking Time: 3-4 hours The final day is a relaxing descent back through the moorlands and forest. You’ll arrive at the Sirimon Gate, where transport will be waiting to take you back to Nairobi. Enjoy a celebratory moment with your group and reflect on the thrilling adventure.

Includes

All activities, unless indicated as optional. Service of a mountain guide, porters and cook Accommodation in Mountain Cabins Transfer to and from the mountain Hotel Pick Up and Drop Off Drinking Water on all Days Meals on a Full Board Basis Park entry and Camping fee. First Aid Medical Kit

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