5 Days Mount Kenya Trekking Tour

Tour Preview

The Sirimon Track is one of the finest approaches to the peak area. It offers some of the best views of the main peaks, with a gradual climb that can be done at a leisurely pace. This route traverses the mountain by ascending via the Sirimon Track and descending through the Naro Moru Track, following a camping route.

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Sirimon Gate – Judmaier Camp (3,300m)

Depart Nairobi at 0700 hrs and drive to the Mount Kenya region. After approximately a 3-hour drive, arrive at Naro Moru town around 1000 hrs, where you will meet your guides and porters. The guides will assist in sorting your personal equipment for the mountain trek.

Proceed to Sirimon Park Gate, where you will register before starting a 3-hour hike through the equatorial forest to the camp (3,300m). Packed lunch will be served en route. An easy trek in the afternoon helps with acclimatisation. Overnight at Judmaier Camp in high-altitude mountain tents.

Day 2: Judmaier Camp – Liki North Camp (3,990m)

After breakfast, hike along the Sirimon Track to the Likii North Valley through the moorland to Liki North Camp. The camp is set between two beautiful valleys below the subsidiary peaks of Teleki and Sendeyo, which are ancient parasitic vents of the main peaks.

Lunch is served along the route. Overnight in high-altitude tents on a full-board basis.

Day 3: Liki North – Shipton's Camp (4,300m)

After breakfast, trek out of the North Valley into Mackinder’s Valley, one of the broadest valleys on the mountain, known for its giant groundsels. The camp is located at the head of Mackinder's Valley, just below the main peaks of Batian and Nelion (4,300m).

Overnight at Shipton's Camp in high-altitude tents on a full-board basis.

Day 4: Shipton's Camp – Pt. Lenana (4,985m) – Met Station (3,080m)

A pre-dawn start at 0400 hrs ensures a successful summit attempt and offers clear views of the majestic scenery at sunrise. With the help of your guide, ascend to the third-highest peak, Point Lenana (4,985m), which takes approximately 4–5 hours.

On a clear day, you may see Uhuru Peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro. Spend a few minutes at the summit for celebration and photos before descending to Teleki Valley on the opposite side of the main peaks, reaching Mackinder’s Camp for breakfast and rest.

Afterwards, continue descending to Met Station for dinner and overnight (3,080m).

Day 5: Met Station – Naro Moru Park Gate – Nairobi

After breakfast, depart Met Station and hike through the forest to Naro Moru Park Gate, where a vehicle will be waiting to transfer you back to Nairobi or onward to your next destination.

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The Tour Includes:

Transfer from Nairobi to Mount Kenya

Transport to park gates

Transport from the park gates to Nairobi or your hotel

Mount Kenya National Park conservation (entry) fees

Mount Kenya National Park compulsory rescue fees

Mount Kenya National Park hut accommodation fees

Trained, certified English-speaking guides

Trained, certified English-speaking porters

One porter per person for personal mountain luggage (maximum 15 kg)

Trained, certified cook/chef, including utensils, cutlery, and crockery

All meals during the Mount Kenya climbing expedition

Boiled water, tea, and coffee with meals

One basic first aid kit per group

The Tour Excludes:

Pre- and post-climb accommodation in Naro Moru (if required)

Any domestic or international flights

Specialised climbing equipment, such as oxygen cylinders (available at extra cost)

Travel insurance, visa, and passport fees

Increases in park fees where applicable

Personal mountain equipment such as sleeping bags, walking poles, mattresses, duffel bags, etc. (available at extra cost)

Metal water bottles and water bladders (note: no soft plastics are permitted on the mountain)

Tips/gratuities for guides, porters, and cook

Beverages such as soda and alcoholic drinks

Additional unscheduled transfer from the park gates to Nairobi or the hotel