4-Day Mount Kenya Sirimon Route Trek
From $1,000 • 4 Days / 3 Nights
Starting price
From $1,000
Route Highlights
- Montane forest
- Colobus monkeys
- Moorland views
- Mackinder Valley
- Giant lobelia
Why Choose This Safari?
Follow a 4 Days / 3 Nights mountain itinerary through Nanyuki, Mount Kenya, with each stage of the route explained day by day. The journey brings together Montane forest, Colobus monkeys and Moorland views and is designed for trekkers who want a clearly staged route with daily distance, time, habitat and altitude context. Compare the stated walking time, distance, habitat, meals and overnight arrangement for every day so you can judge the route's pace and acclimatization profile before booking. Prices start from $1,000. Confirm final availability and any time-sensitive fees for your travel dates.
Safari at a Glance
- Duration
- 4 Days / 3 Nights
- Destinations
- Nanyuki, Mount Kenya
- Starting price
- $1,000
- Accommodation
- Mountain huts/camping
- Group size
- 2-8 Climbers
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Transport
- Transfer + trekking
- Meals
- All meals
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Today's route brings together Montane forest and Colobus monkeys. Travel to Sirimon Gate on the northern slopes of Mount Kenya. Trek through montane forest with towering camphor and cedar trees. The forest is alive with Colobus monkeys, Sykes monkeys, and mountain birds. Emerge into open moorland and continue to Old Moses Camp with panoramic views of the northern plains.
- Montane forest
- Colobus monkeys
- Moorland views
Expect the day to center on Mackinder Valley and Giant lobelia. Trek across striking moorland through the Mackinder Valley — one of the most beautiful mountain landscapes in Africa. Giant lobelia and groundsel plants dot the landscape as you ascend through the Afro-alpine zone. Cross the Liki North River and climb to Shipton's Camp at the base of the dramatic twin peaks of Batian and Nelion.
- Mackinder Valley
- Giant lobelia
- Twin peaks views
Day 3 is built around Point Lenana summit and Sunrise views. 2 AM start for the summit push. Trek by headlamp up the steep scree slope to Point Lenana (4,985m) — the trekking summit of Mount Kenya. Reach sunrise for breathtaking 360-degree views — the Aberdare Range, Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance, and the spectacular Lewis Glacier gleaming in the first light. Descend to Old Moses Camp for the night.
- Point Lenana summit
- Sunrise views
- Lewis Glacier
The focus today is Summit certificate. Descend through the forest to Sirimon Gate. Receive your summit certificate. Transfer to Nanyuki.
- Summit certificate
What’s Included
- Mountain guide and porters
- Park fees
- 3 nights accommodation
- All meals
- Drinking water
- Transfers
Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Tips
- Gear
- Pre/post accommodation
Practical Planning Notes
Starting prices, accommodation and time-sensitive fees must be reconfirmed for your dates. Wildlife, migration conditions, weather and mountain summits cannot be guaranteed.
Who This Safari Suits
This itinerary is best suited to trekkers who want a clearly staged route with daily distance, time, habitat and altitude context.
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