7-Day Mount Kenya Climb – Chogoria–Sirimon Traverse
Trip Type
Travel Style
Overview
This is the ultimate Mount Kenya trek. Approaching from the east through the Chogoria route, trekkers enjoy dramatic views of cliffs, waterfalls, and the stunning Gorges Valley. The descent via the Sirimon route offers contrasting scenery of moorlands, rocky valleys, and dense forests. With seven days on the mountain, this route provides the best acclimatization, highest summit success rates, and the richest scenic variety.8
Tour Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 :
Nairobi – Chogoria Town (2,950m)
Depart Nairobi and drive to Chogoria town for a relaxed evening before the climb.
Overnight: Chogoria Bandas / lodge in town
Enter Mount Kenya National Park. Trek through a montane forest filled with giant trees and birdlife.
Overnight: Meru Bandas
Climb gradually to the stunning Lake Ellis. Spectacular views of the rolling moorlands and volcanic ridges.
Overnight: Camp at Lake Ellis
Follow the trail along the ridge to Lake Michaelson, perched beneath towering cliffs of the Gorges Valley. One of the most scenic spots on Mount Kenya.
Overnight: Camp at Lake Michaelson
Cross high ridges and moorland before linking up with the Sirimon route to Shipton’s Camp, the base for summit day.
Overnight: Shipton’s Camp
Pre-dawn ascent to Point Lenana, the trekking summit of Mount Kenya. Enjoy a breathtaking sunrise over the mountain. Descend through Mackinder Valley to Old Moses Camp.
Overnight: Old Moses Camp
Final descent through the forest to Sirimon Gate. Drive back to Nairobi, arriving late afternoon
Includes/Excludes
- Transfers Nairobi – Chogoria / Sirimon – Nairobi
- Park entrance and camping fees
- Accommodation in mountain huts and tents
- Professional mountain guides, porters, and cooks
- All meals during the trek
- Rescue fees within the park
- Government taxes
- Private porter service for lighter trekking
- Extra acclimatization day at Lake Ellis or Shipton’s
- Pre/post-climb luxury lodge in Nanyuki or near the park gates
- Scenic helicopter flyover of Mount Kenya peaks
- Post-climb safari in Samburu or the Masai Mara
- Beach extension in Diani, Lamu, or Malindi
