Nairobi - Nanyuki

Sirimon Route - This morning at 8:00 AM, guests will be picked up from the Nairobi departure location and driven to Nanyuki. In Nanyuki, they will meet the guide, cook, and porters. The journey continues from Nanyuki to Sirimon Gate. After checking in, the hike through the rainforest to Old Moses Camp at 3300m begins. A picnic lunch will be provided along the way. With some luck, participants might spot wildlife such as buffalo, elephants, waterbucks, and other animals. The distance is 9 km and takes approximately 3 hours. At Old Moses Camp, around 4:00 PM, there is an option for a short 1-hour walk to acclimatize. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Old Moses Bandas.

Old Moses Hut to Shipton’s Camp

Mount Kenya National Park - After breakfast, the hike through the moorland vegetation begins, crossing Ontulilli River before turning right and contouring through the moorland, crossing Liki North River, and continuing uphill to Mackinders Valley, offering panoramic views. The journey through the scenic Sirimon and Mackinders valleys leads to Shipton’s Camp at 4200m. Lunch is served en route. This is a relatively long day, with the distance from Old Moses Camp to Shipton’s Camp being 16 km, taking about 6 hours. Shipton’s Camp is set in a surreal location below towering peaks and glaciers, with stunning views of the northern side of the mountain. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the bandas.

Start of the Peak Circuit

Mount Kenya - Breakfast is served at 8:00 AM, and at 9:00 AM, the peak circuit begins. From Shipton’s Camp, the trail leads to Kami Camp below the north face of Batian. Continuing southwest, the trail climbs to the ridge at 4600 meters above sea level, hiking through the scree before reaching Hausberg Col at 4590m. The descent into the upper Hausberg Valley allows for a rest at the aptly named Oblong and Hausberg Tarns. Ascending to the crest of a ridge known as Arthur’s Seat, the trail winds along a beautiful series of rock ledges. Participants will see Mackinders Teleki Lodge, Two Tarn, Nanyuki Tarn, and American Camp. The journey proceeds to Austrian Camp, offering views of Point Peter, Daton, and other beautiful scenes. A picnic lunch will be served along the way.

To Point Lenana

Mount Kenya National Park - The highlight of the trip! At 4:30 AM, guests wake up for tea and biscuits before starting the summit attempt to Point Lenana (altitude 4985 meters). Photos can be taken with the African sunrise, and if the weather is clear, Mt. Kilimanjaro’s Kibo and Mawenzi peaks can be seen from the summit of Point Lenana, offering spectacular views. The descent to Mintos Hut follows for a full breakfast. After breakfast, the descent continues to Mt. Kenya Chogoria Bandas, passing Lake Ellis, Mugi Hills, Vivien Falls, and the Giant Billiards Table in the distance. A picnic lunch is enjoyed at the road head, and arrival at the Bandas is in the early evening for a well-deserved hot shower, dinner, and overnight stay.

Chogoria Bandas - Nairobi

Chogoria - After breakfast, a 10 km walk through the bamboo forest leads to a pickup by private transport to Chogoria. From Chogoria, farewells are bid to the porters, and the drive to Nairobi begins, passing through agricultural country to reach Nairobi by 3:00 PM. Drop-off is at the guests’ Nairobi hotel or residence.

• Breakfast
• Lunch
• Dinner

• Rescue Fee
• Tips & Gratuities

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.