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Sirimon climbing route is one of the most scenic Mt Kenya routes. It also happens to be the drier side of the mountain, offering some of the finest walking.

Highlights

• Qonquer Mt. Kenya is Africa's second highest mountain after Kilimanjaro
• Sirimon climbing route is one of the most scenic Mt Kenya routes
• Trekking on drier side of the mountain which offers some of the finest walking

Description

Mt. Kenya is Africa's second highest mountain after Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Sirimon climbing route is much more scenic and is on the drier side of the mountain which offers some of the finest walking. Climbing up through forest into a wide ridge approach to the summit area. The route starts on the northwest side of the mountain near Nanyuki Town. Access is adequate and the bunk house facilities are the best on this side of the mountain. Attempting the summit can be done in 4 days hiking. Those with additional time can opt to spare an extra night at Liki North Camp in between Old Moses Camp and Shipton Camp. The summit at Lenana Peak can be reached in 4 days hiking as per the itinerary. However, we recommend an overnight acclimatization at the base in Nanyuki town. We can helps in arranging for an extra day at an additional fee. Here is the brief Hiking program. (Can also be used as an acclimatization hike for those climbing Mt Kilimanjaro) Day 1: Nairobi/Sirimon/Judmier Camp (Old Moses Camp), 3-4 hrs, 9km, 860m ascent Leave Nairobi early morning at 8 am to Nanyuki town for lunch, taking about 4 hours. Proceed to Mount Kenya National Park Sirimon Gate, 1 hr, 2440m. From the Sirimon Park Gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest which becomes heath land after about 3 hrs. About 3½ hours from the gate the track veers right to Judmier Camp, 3300m for dinner and overnight. Included: Lunch & Dinner Day 2: Judmier Camp/Shipton Camp, 6-7hrs, 14km, 900m ascent After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction. After one hour from Old Moses Camp, the track crosses Ontulili River. Go right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North and continue uphill to Mackinders Valley. From the valley, there are panoramic views up the valley towards the main peaks. Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp, 4200m. Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 3: Shipton Camp/Point Lenana/Judmaier Camp (Old Moses Camp), 9-10hrs, 21km Attempting the summit at Lenana Peak. Leave early morning at 3am up a steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff clearing visible part towards lower Hall Tarns. Arrival at Point Lenana (Lenana Peak) is at 6:30am, taking about 3hrs. After the sunrise, descend down to Shipton Camp, 2hrs, for breakfast. Then hike further 4hrs down to Old Moses Camp for dinner and overnight. Included: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner Day 4: Judmaier Camp/Sirimon/Nairobi, 2-3hrs, 9km After breakfast, walk down through the rainforest for 2~3 hours to reach Sirimon Gate to sign out of Mount Kenya National Park. From Sirimon park gate, you will now connect with your transport to Nanyuki Town for lunch. This will be followed by vehicle transfer back to Nairobi arriving at approximately 3pm. Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Includes

All transportation to/from the mountain (private) Transfer to and from the base of the mountain Full board accommodation whilst on the trek. Meal plan as detailed Accommodations in camps/huts as per the itinerary All park entrance fees to include government taxes Service of an English speaking professional guide, porters and skilled cook Treated water on the trek. On completion, successful climbing Certificate

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