4 Days Mount Kenya Climbing Sirimon Chogoria
4 Days Mount Kenya Climbing Sirimon Chogoria: This 4 days Mount Kenya climbing expedition combines Sirimon and Chogoria, two of Mount Kenya’s most picturesque climbing routes, to create an incredibly varied and breathtaking 4 days 3 nights Mount Kenya climbing to point Lenana at 4985m. From this 4 days Mount Kenya climbing expedition Sirimon route, approaches Mount Kenya from the west, treks via the mountain’s dry side, past towering trees and rocky landscape; while the descent along the Chogoria route, on the other hand, is a completely different experience, characterized by verdant bamboo and highland forests.
The remainder of the journey is usually seen as being simpler than either Kilimanjaro or the Rwenzoris, but the last nocturnal ascent of Point Lenana might be as challenging as any mountain in East Africa.
Detailed 4 Days Mount Kenya Climbing Sirimon Chogoria Climbing
Day 1: Old Moses camp, Sirimon gate, Nairobi. (3,300m) 3–4 hours, 680m rise, 9km stroll.
Drive to Nanyuki town after being picked up in Nairobi, crossing the equator en route to the Sirimon Park gate (2660m) for lunch. We ascend from the gate via the stunning montane forest, bamboo, and huge heather zone before arriving at the high-altitude moorland and our first hut (the 3,300-meter Old Moses camp) for dinner and the night. It takes three to four hours to complete this moderate hike, which raises you 680 meters.
Day 2: Old Moses – Shipton camp (4200m). 7 hrs, 14km, 900m ascent.
After breakfast, proceed upward along the route, making a right at the intersection. Following a water break, you go along the trail, crossing the Ontulili River before making a right turn through the Moorland, crossing the Liki North River, and continuing uphill to Mackinders Valley, where you can see expansive views of the Shipton Camp. Beneath the massive peaks and glaciers, this camp is a weird place. Sunbirds and rock hyraxes make up the local population.
Day 3: Shipton – Pt Lenana (4985m)- Mt Kenya Bandas (2800m)
Duration: 11-12 hrs, 29km
Distance: 785 ascent,
2,085m descent.
Start around 3 a.m. in order to get to Point Lenana(1985m) before the African sunrise.
The ascent begins on frozen scree and proceeds on a rocky course with a small amount of scrambling. You hardly need a torch when the moon is good. If there is no moon, you can see the stars as clearly as you could practically anyplace on Earth since the sky is free of pollutants.
Mt. Kilimanjaro is visible from the horizon, adding to the thrill of the three to four-hour ascent.
For a hearty breakfast, descend to Minto’s hut. After taking a quick break, continue down the gorges valley to Mount Kenya Bandas, where you can see the Temple, Lake Michaelson, mushroom rocks, and the enormous pool table.
Staying at the Bandas for dinner and the night. The Bandas offers mattresses, hot showers, and log fireplaces!
Day 4: Meru Bandas – Chogoria town – Nairobi. 3 hrs, 10km walk.
After breakfast, travel down a wide path through lush rainforest and bamboo to meet the car that will take you to Chogoria town and then Nairobi, where you should arrive by 17:00.
The following items are included in prices:
- All transportation to/from the mountain (private)
- All Park fees.
- All food while on the Mountain.
- Accommodation in mountain huts/ camping where applicable.
- All guiding services
- Porter support for the climb.
Not included are:
- Personal clothing and equipment (see equipment list)
- Tips and gratuities for guides and porters (recommended to be 10 – 15% of climb costs)
- Beverages while not on the mountain