Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 5-day adventure to Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest peak. This scenic trek follows the Sirimon Route, one of the most beautiful and gradual trails up the mountain, offering breathtaking views, rich alpine vegetation, and diverse wildlife.

The highlight of the trek is an early-morning hike to Point Lenana, reaching the summit just in time to witness a spectacular African sunrise over the plains.

Highlights

Summit Point Lenana (4,985m) Reach Mount Kenya’s third highest peak for an unforgettable sunrise view above the clouds.
Start from Sirimon Gate (2,600m) Begin your adventure through lush montane forest and bamboo zones teeming with wildlife.
Stay at Old Moses Hut (Judmaier Camp) Acclimatize overnight at this scenic camp with wide views over the Laikipia Plateau.
Experience Mount Kenya’s Diverse Ecosystems. From lush forests to rocky alpine zones, each day brings a new environment and challenge.
Guided by Expert Local Mount Kenya Guides. Professional and friendly crew ensuring safety, comfort, and authentic local insight.
Incredible Photography Opportunities. Capture stunning panoramas, wildlife encounters, and high-altitude landscapes.
Witness a Spectacular Sunrise. Enjoy breathtaking morning light from the summit of Point Lenana before descending back to base.

Day 01 :

Sirimon Gate to Old Moses Hut Camp

Morning spent sorting and organizing equipment for the mountain trek and be driven to the Sirimon gate. An easy 3 hrs walk through equatorial forest to Judmaier's Camp / Old Moses Hut Camp (3,300m) for overnight in the high altitude mountain tents.

Day 02 :

Sirimon Track to Likii North Valley

Ascend the Sirimon Track to Likii North Valley and camp overnight in this beautiful little valley below the subsidiary peaks of Teleki and Sendeyo, two ancient parasitic vents of the main peaks. Overnight at liki north camp in tents.
(3990m)-Full board

Day 03 :

Mackinders Valley

Climb out of the North Valley and into the Mackinders Valley, one of the broadest valleys on the mountain, with many giant groundsels. Camp at the head of the Mackinder's Valley, just below the main peaks of Batian and Nelion (4,300m)
Full board

Day 04 :

Pt. Lenana (4985m)

Alpine ascent to the highest peak, Pt. Lenana (4985m). En route up the north face little used by tourists. Four hours of stiff walking to the summit. Then descend to Teleki Valley on the opposite side of the main peaks, to Mackinder’s Camp for a good night rest (4150m.) Full board

Day 05 :

Met Station to Lodge

Descend to the Met Station on the Naro Moru Track and be driven back to the Naro Moru River Lodge for a well –earned rest.

HEALTH AND FITNESS REQUIREMENTS
Anyone contemplating one of our expeditions should take regular exercise. It is recommended that you start a training program at least one, if not two months before your safari. “Running, swimming, cycling and stair-climbing are all good ways of toning up muscles.”

SEASONS FOR CLIMBING MT. KENYA
It has been generally accepted that our climbing seasons are from mid-December to mid- March and from mid June-to the end of September.
However, these traditional weather patterns seem to be the exception rather than the rule: the chances of encountering good weather on the mountain seem to be about equal throughout the year, so the timing of your safari is not as critical as once was.

GUIDES
Professional local guides provide quality service on all our safaris.

FOOD
All meals for the treks is either fresh or tinned. The porters and guides are trained in cookery and service.

DISCLAIMER: Mountain climbing may be hazardous. Always take advice from your guide. ENJOY !!!

Contact Us for additional Mount Kenya Climbing Safaris listed below:

1: Day trip Mount Kenya trekking

Our day trip is designed for the visitor who has limited time and who is not interested in reaching any of the summits.
This safari is tailored to those who are interested in seeing the fascinating vegetation zones of an equatorial mountain and the associated rich animal and bird life.

2: Three Days Foot Safari to Mount Kenya

Designed for those who have a minimum amount of time and who want to reach the third highest peak Pt. Lenana. This challenging, non technical ascent can be made by any healthy person.

3: Six days foot safari to Mt. Kenya. Chogoria to Sirimon

The Chogoria route is arguably the most magnificent ascent route to the summit area. It is the driest route up the mountain and the walk beside the Gorges Valley is truly spectacular.
The descent by the Sirimon route takes one through some beautiful forest tracks and completes the traverse of the mountain. Accommodation on this trek is 3 nights in mountain huts and 2 nights camping.

4: Four days foot safari to Mt. Kenya

Designed for those who have a minimum amount of time and who want to reach the third highest peak Pt. Lenana. This challenging, non technical ascent can be made by any healthy person.

5: Five day Circumnavigation of Mt Kenya

This climb is for those mountaineers who have an adventurous spirit and want to ascend Pt. Lenana, (4,985m) in a leisurely fashion from a non-tourist route. The climber has a better chance of acclimatizing and getting fit for the attempt on Pt. Lenana.

5: Five days 4 Nights Chogoria Route

This is by far the most spectacular and beautiful route on Mt. Kenya, in which you ascend from Chogoria Route and descend through Naro Moru Route. This is only possible during dry weather.

6: Six Days Best of Mt. Kenya

This trek offers some of the best views of the main peaks with a gradual ascent which can be done leisurely, we traverse the mountain by ascending the Sirimon track, join the best of Timau, then join the best of Chogoria and Descend the Naro Moru track.

7: Seven Days Timau Trek

The Timau Track, the main access route on the north side on the mountain lies in a major rain shadow. However, because you are inside a low rainfall zone it generally makes up for a drier safari and a more pleasant trek. The views from the north give you the impression that you are trekking into a whole mountain range.

8: Seven Days Land of Contrasts

This Safari to Mt. Kenya gives the visitor the opportunity to experience all the contrasting scenery of Mt. Kenya. This safari is a beautiful blend of all our itineraries, taking advantage of the best aspects of the three main approach routes to the peak area: Naro Moru, Sirimon and Chogoria.

9: Six Days Rock Climbing – Batian peak ( northface , standard route)

For information only.
Because of Mt. Kenya’s unique position on the equator, climbing seasons and route conditions vary with the sun’s position. For example, a climber interested in doing one of the best ice routes, which are on the south side of the mountain, should climb when the sun is in the north, between the months of June and December.

However, during the same period the east and north sides are in the best condition for rock climbing. Conversely, when the sun is in the south, the south side offers the best rock routes and north the better ice climbing conditions.

Recommended routes:
December-March
Normal Route, Standard IV (rock: South West Ridge, Standard V (rock routes).
June-September
North Face, Standard IV (rock Route).

10: Six Days Rock Climbing – Batian peak Via Nelion Peak ( Normal route - Standard 4 )

Note; technical climbing in Mount Kenya needs a well trained rock climber. For any climber not confident enough we highly recommend you hire a rock climbing guide to lead the climb.

11: Trek and Fish

Fly Fishing in Mount Kenya is one of the unique expeditions to look out for. Mt Kenya is a spectacular location to fish for both Rainbow and Brown Trout. There are a number of streams that have both Rainbow and Brown trout. The Lakes are mostly stocked with Rainbow trout that are known to grow to record sizes.