Mount Kenya Sirimon-Sirimon Route(4 Days)
Overview
As hikers & adventurers, A Great Hike is our oasis. It provides a
sense of fulfillment & serenity. As we trek up the greatest mountains
the idea of becoming one with nature becomes a reality.
Join the #Africaoutdoors hiking team in Kenya as we take on Mt Kenya
the highest mountain in Kenya and the second-highest in Africa, after
Kilimanjaro measuring 4, 985 metres via Sirimon Route
The hike will take four days through Sirimon route this is the easiest
route to reach Point Lenana. The route is on dry side of the mountain
so it offers magical views and affords walks through old growth forest
Inclusions
- 3x Breakfast
- 3x Dinner
- 3x Lunch
- Accommodation included: 3 nights
- Entry/Admission - Mount Kenya
What to expect
Day 1: Nairobi-Old moses camp
Stop At: Mount Kenya National Park Kenya
Depart Nairobi at 6:30am
Road trip to Sirimon gate and have a picnic lunch before entry. The
hike start from the Sirimon Park gate (2660m). From the gate, trek up
thro magnificent montane forest, bamboo and giant heather zone before
reaching the high altitude moorland and our first hut (Old Moses camp
3, 300m) for evening tea, moutain enternainment dinner and overnight
stay. This is a gentle trek that takes 3-4 hrs gaining an elevation of
680m. From Old Moses camp you can see the summits of Batian and Nelion
peaks
Duration: 20 minutes
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Huts
Day 2: Old moses-shipton camp
Stop At: Mount Kenya National Park Kenya
After a heavy breakfast, Hike to Shipton’s camp (4200m ), 17kms (6 to
8 hrs hike) through Likii Valley mid morning After a water break,
continue on the track crossing Ontulili River before turning right
contouring through the Moorland and crossing Likii North River and
Mackinders Valley, a great day of scenery and magical photo shoots.
There are killer & panaromic views of the peaks from the view point. A
nourishing lunch will be served by the Likii River and continue to
Shiptons camp at 4200m Evening tea, snacks, dinner and overnight stay.
This camp is a surreal setting below the towering
Duration: 20 minutes
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: Huts
Day 3: shipton camp-Lenana peak-old moses camp
Stop At: Mount Kenya National Park Kenya
Kick off @ 2:00am the hike takes 3-4 hrs. The climb starts on frozen
scree and continues on a rocky track with some very minor scrambling.
With good Moon you barely need a torch. Without Moon, then the
pollution- free sky bangs on the ground giving you a good view of the
stars like nowhere else on Earth. Reach point Lenana (4985m) followed
by Hoisting of the Africa Outdoors Flag & photo session on sunrise.
Descend to Shipton Camp for breakfast, heading back to Old Moses camp.
Lunch will be served by the Likii River on the way back to Old Moses
camp for overnight stay.
Evening tea snacks & dinner will served.
there after, have last night full of fun & joy in Mt Kenya.
Duration: 30 minutes
Meals included:
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Accommodation included: old moses camp(Huts)
Day 4: Nanyuki-Nairobi
Stop At: Mount Kenya National Park Kenya
The last day on the mountain After breakfast, descend through the rain
forest to Sirimon Park Gate for our transport to Nanyuki and
thereafter to Nairobi
Duration: 20 minutes
Meals included:
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No accommodation included on this day.
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 2 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
Cancellation
We did mount Kenya with Africa outdoors and we all summited lenana peak.Thanks to James and willy for an amazing services. I highly recommend this company if you are planning to do Mt Kenya.
We did mount Kenya with Africa outdoors and we all summited lenana peak.Thanks to James and willy for an amazing services. I highly recommend this company if you are planning to do Mt Kenya.My boyfriend and I did the Sirimon-Sirimon route in a group of 3 with one other person. The majority of the hike wasn’t too challenging (although an expected large amount of walking) and the scenery is stunning. The summit is, as expected, much more difficult (and more technical than I expected ...
My boyfriend and I did the Sirimon-Sirimon route in a group of 3 with one other person. The majority of the hike wasn’t too challenging (although an expected large amount of walking) and the scenery is stunning. The summit is, as expected, much more difficult (and more technical than I expected right at the top) but that made it all the more rewarding when you reach the peak! The trip was extremely well planned. Unfortunately, Willy (who we had been speaking to when arranging the trip) was unable to join us for the hike but he was so efficient in communicating with us and still made the effort to take us to and pick us up from the mountain, despite the long journey from Nairobi. He also did a thorough check that we had everything we needed for the hike and brought a load of extra clothes and equipment for us just in case we got cold. Couldn’t have asked for better organization! James was our guide for the trip and he was a Mount Kenya encyclopedia. He knew everything about the mountain and has been climbing it for over 26 years. He frequently got phone calls from other guides asking for advice on routes and some even wanted to know what time we were leaving so they could use his tracks up the summit. So, naturally, we felt we were in very safe hands. He set such a steady pace that got us all to the top and we were all in awe of his knowledge of our surroundings, he could tell us about single every plant and animal we saw. The porters and chef were great as well, all so friendly, accommodating and the food was delicious. We frequently mentioned how amazed we were at the quality and taste of the food. Overall, I highly recommend Africa Outdoors to anyone who wants to go up mount Kenya. They are professional and very concerned with peoples’ safety, allowing you to enjoy your surroundings and the incredible achievement of reaching the summit.It was a great experience to visit Mount Kenya. Lots of animals to see and lots of amazing views. The guide James and the potter Steven took great care of me. I'm happy I did it!
It was a great experience to visit Mount Kenya. Lots of animals to see and lots of amazing views. The guide James and the potter Steven took great care of me. I'm happy I did it!We organized this trip with Willy, rented some equipment (sleeping bag) with him and can only recommend it. Well organized, the trip definitely is better for those with hiking experience, but worth it. The Trek was led by a very capable guide and it was a unique experience. Recommend for those wh...
We organized this trip with Willy, rented some equipment (sleeping bag) with him and can only recommend it. Well organized, the trip definitely is better for those with hiking experience, but worth it. The Trek was led by a very capable guide and it was a unique experience. Recommend for those who like remote nature experiencesThis is the best yet! I mean where do i even start🥳🥳. Did the most challenging hike with you last week, and you made it possible for me. Everything about the trip was just great, this screams experienced! Thankyou for your hospitality and kindness Willy, God bless!! A big kudos to your team too💯💯
This is the best yet! I mean where do i even start🥳🥳. Did the most challenging hike with you last week, and you made it possible for me. Everything about the trip was just great, this screams experienced! Thankyou for your hospitality and kindness Willy, God bless!! A big kudos to your team too💯💯Thanks to Africa Outdoors guides and porters for providing for an awesome experience in Mt Kenya. We did sirimon route with my friends and we all summited Lenana peak. I highly recommend Africa Outdoors team.
Thanks to Africa Outdoors guides and porters for providing for an awesome experience in Mt Kenya. We did sirimon route with my friends and we all summited Lenana peak. I highly recommend Africa Outdoors team.