Looking for an exhilarating trekking challenge? Our 6-day Mount Kenya climbing adventure takes you through two of the mountain’s most scenic and demanding routes—ascending via Sirimon Route and descending through the breathtaking Chogoria Route. This adventure offers a diverse landscape, from lush green forests and rugged mountain valleys to the striking rock formations of the Temple, Mushroom Rocks, and Gorge Valley.
Unlike other trails, this route offers a striking contrast in climate, with Chogoria being wetter and more humid than Sirimon. The journey includes overnights in mountain huts and camping sites, ensuring a fully immersive mountain experience.
Distance: 90 km | Difficulty: Moderate | Start & End: Nairobi
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Your adventure begins in Nairobi at 9:00 AM, with a scenic drive to Nanyuki. Along the way, enjoy a brief stop at the Equator for photos and a visit to the Africana Curio shop. Upon arrival, check into Simba Lodge, have lunch, and explore Nanyuki town—a renowned base camp for Mount Kenya climbers. Spend the evening preparing for your trek with guides. Overnight at Simba Lodge.
After breakfast, transfer to Sirimon Gate for park entry formalities. Begin the trek through dense mountain forests, bamboo zones, and rosewood, ascending 700m in 3-4 hours (9 km) to Old Moses Camp. Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the camp.
Start your climb through Likii North Valley, where you’ll witness Teleki and Sendeyo Peaks, then continue into the Mackinders Valley, one of the widest and most picturesque areas on the mountain. After a picnic lunch, trek for another 3 hours to Shipton’s Camp beneath the towering peaks of Batian and Nelion. Overnight at Shipton’s Camp.
Spend the day acclimatizing by exploring Hauserberg Col (4,700m), Oblong Tarn (4,400m), and Western Terminal (4,600m). This helps prepare for the summit attempt. Return to Shipton’s Camp for dinner and rest.
Begin your summit trek at 2:30 AM towards Point Lenana, reaching the peak in time for a spectacular sunrise with views of Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Elgon, and the Indian Ocean. After celebrating, descend to Mintos Hut (4,250m) for breakfast and continue towards Bandas Hut (3,000m) for overnight rest.
After breakfast, hike towards Chogoria for a scenic descent, passing waterfalls, lush valleys, and panoramic landscapes. Arrive at Chogoria town for lunch before driving back to Nairobi, marking the end of an unforgettable Mount Kenya adventure.
Javiva Adventures was born out of passion and desire to share with in-depth the magical gems that Africa has so granted us the privilege to access.
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