Mount Kenya Trek - Sirimon and Naromoru Crossover

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This is one of the most popular routes for those who wish to hike Mount Kenya. You will ascend through the diverse, breathtaking and sometimes bizarre vegetation zones of Mount Kenya before reaching the hiker's summit - the magnificent Point Lenana.

Camping is not necessary on this hike unless preferred, as mountain hut accommodation is available throughout the trip. Hikers who choose this route will have a reasonably good chance of reaching the summit, although less experienced hikers who may not wish to take on the full challenge can cross over via the easier summit circuit trail, and rejoin the other hikers at Mackinder's Camp.

It is also possible to add an extra day to the trek, staying at Shipton's Hut, to better acclimatize ahead of the summit attempt.

This private tour is completely customisable - you can change the duration, where you visit and the hotels you stay in - just let us know what you'd like to change when you get in touch with us.

Day 1: Nairobi - Old Moses Camp (3,300m)

Old Moses Hut

Lunch and Dinner

Morning transfer from Nairobi , arriving at base camp for lunch. Drive to Sirimon Park Gate at 2,600m
On completion of park entry formalities, begin a 3-4 hour hike through forest. Ascend 700m through the bamboo, rosewood and heather zones to Old Moses camp
Dinner and overnight at Old Moses Camp (3300m)

Day 2: Mackinder Valley

Shiptons Hut

Full Board

Spend the day trekking largely through the moorlands and through Mackinder Valley
Take a brief stopover for lunch in between taking in the scenery and views of the main peaks
Gain an elevation of 900m in approximately 7 hours
Dinner and overnight at Shipton's Hut (4,200m)

Day 3: Point Lenana

Mackinder's Camp

Full Board

Pre-dawn attempt of the summit starts at 3am. You will hike for approximately 3 hours, up steep slopes and rugged rocks to reach Point Lenana (4,985m) to watch the sunrise.
Descend through the Lewis Glacier and up again to the Austrian Hut, before joining the Naromoru track and descending for 2 hours to reach Mackinder's Camp
Breakfast and a day of relaxation at Mackinder's Camp
Dinner and overnight at Mackinder's Camp (4,300m)

Day 4: Nairobi

Bed and Breakfast

Depart early and descend for 4-5 hours through moorlands and bog to the Met Station, before joining to long dirt road to the Naromoru Park Gate (2,600m)
You will meet our vehicle and transfer to base camp for a hot shower and lunch, before transfering back to Nairobi

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Wildlife you might see

During your holiday you will have the chance to see the animals pictured below - unfortunately we can't guaruntee that you'll see all the animals, but hopefully the photos will give you an idea of what to look out for!