Kenya · Trekking

4-Day Mount Kenya Climb to Point Lenana via Sirimon and Chogoria

4 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Trek the scenic Sirimon and Chogoria routes through indigenous forest and rocky terrain
02 Summit Point Lenana, the only trekking-accessible peak on Mount Kenya
03 Take in clear-day views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Indian Ocean from the summit
04 Experience changing landscapes of bamboo, heath, alpine peaks, and lush valleys

Embark on an unforgettable 4-day Mount Kenya climb to Point Lenana, trekking through diverse landscapes from lush indigenous forest and bamboo to heath, rocky terrain, and alpine scenery. Follow the scenic Sirimon and Chogoria routes, with overnight stays at mountain camps along the way. The adventure culminates in a summit attempt at Point Lenana, where clear-day views may stretch to Mount Kilimanjaro in the south and even the Indian Ocean.

Embark on an unforgettable 4-day Mount Kenya climb to Point Lenana, trekking through diverse landscapes from lush indigenous forest and bamboo to heath, rocky terrain, and alpine scenery.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Nanyuki, Nairobi, Mount Kenya, Chogoria

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Sirimon Gate and Old Moses Camp

Depart from Nairobi at 7:00 am by shared shuttle van for a 4-hour drive to Nanyuki.
Pick up your mountain crew at Sirimon Gate.
Enjoy lunch before starting your hike to Mount Kenya.
Trek from Sirimon Gate to Old Moses Camp, covering a distance of 9 km in about 3-4 hours.
Pass through indigenous forest trees such as Podo trees, Douglas Fir, Cinder pine, and bamboo before reaching the heath zone.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Old Moses Camp.

Day 02

Old Moses Camp to Shipton's Camp

Wake up at 6:00 am, pack your belongings, and have breakfast at 6:30 am.
Depart from Old Moses Camp at 7:00 am with a picnic lunch.
Trek 14 km to Shipton's Camp, which will take approximately 6-7 hours.
Shipton's Camp is located at the base of the highest peaks of Mount Kenya.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Shipton's Camp.

Day 03

Point Lenana Summit and Descent to Meru Mt Kenya Bandas

Wake up at 2:00 am, prepare yourself, and have a pre-breakfast at 2:30 am.
Depart from Shipton's Camp at 3:00 am for a summit attempt. The journey to Point Lenana will take approximately 3 1/2 hours.
Point Lenana is the third-highest peak on Mount Kenya and the only one accessible by trekking. On a clear day, view Mount Kilimanjaro to the south and the Indian Ocean.
Descend to Mintos Hut for a full breakfast and relax for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Continue the descent to Chogoria Gate via Road Head (3300 m), where you will have lunch.

Overnight stay at Meru Mt Kenya Bandas.

Day 04

Meru Mt Kenya Bandas to Chogoria and Nairobi

After breakfast, descend for 32 km towards Chogoria shopping centre.
At Chogoria, board your transfer vehicle back to Nairobi.
Optionally, take a vehicle from Bandas to Chogoria shopping centre at an additional cost if you are too exhausted to walk.
Return to Nairobi, marking the end of your Mount Kenya adventure.