6-Day Mount Kenya Sirimon–Chogoria Trek
From $1,500 • 6 Days / 5 Nights
Starting price
From $1,500
Route Highlights
- Forest trek
- Mackinder Valley
- Moorland
- Acclimatization
- Glacier views
Why Choose This Safari?
Follow a 6 Days / 5 Nights mountain itinerary through Nanyuki, Mount Kenya, Chogoria, with each stage of the route explained day by day. The journey brings together Forest trek, Mackinder Valley and Moorland 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 $1,500. Confirm final availability and any time-sensitive fees for your travel dates.
Safari at a Glance
- Duration
- 6 Days / 5 Nights
- Destinations
- Nanyuki, Mount Kenya, Chogoria
- Starting price
- $1,500
- Accommodation
- Mountain huts/camping
- Group size
- 2-8 Climbers
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Transport
- Transfer + trekking
- Meals
- All meals
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 is built around Forest trek. Trek from Sirimon Gate through montane forest to moorland.
- Forest trek
The focus today is Mackinder Valley and Moorland. Moorland trek through the beautiful Mackinder Valley.
- Mackinder Valley
- Moorland
Today's route brings together Acclimatization and Glacier views. Discover the Hausberg Col area. Views of Lewis Glacier and the dramatic peaks.
- Acclimatization
- Glacier views
Expect the day to center on Summit and Chogoria views. Summit at sunrise. Begin descent via the spectacular Chogoria route — widely considered the most beautiful descent on Mount Kenya with views of dramatic gorges and alpine lakes.
- Summit
- Chogoria views
- Gorges Valley
Day 5 is built around Gorges Valley and Lake Ellis. Descend through the spectacular Gorges Valley and past Lake Ellis — a beautiful mountain lake surrounded by open moorland.
- Gorges Valley
- Lake Ellis
The focus today is Bamboo forest and Certificate. Final descent through bamboo forest to Chogoria Gate. Summit certificate. Transfer out.
- Bamboo forest
- Certificate
What’s Included
- Guide and porters
- Park fees
- 5 nights accommodation
- All meals
- Transfers
Not Included
- Flights
- Insurance
- Tips
- Gear
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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