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Chogoria to Sirimon

Chogoria to Sirimon

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DESTINATIONS
GUESTS

Overview

Experience a guided Mount Kenya trek from Nairobi, combining the spectacular Chogoria ascent, Lake Ellis, high-altitude alpine landscapes, the Point Lenana summit, and a scenic descent via the Sirimon Route. With Pita Safaris, your trek is planned around safety, pacing, and the mountain’s changing landscapes—from forest and bamboo to moorland, alpine valleys, Lake Ellis, and the memorable summit sunrise.

Chogoria–Sirimon traverse: Ascend by the scenic Chogoria Route and descend by the contrasting Sirimon Route.

Point Lenana: Attempt Mount Kenya’s highest trekking summit at 4,985 metres / 16,355 feet.

Summit sunrise: Begin before dawn and, weather permitting, reach the summit around sunrise.

Lake Ellis: Enjoy one of Mount Kenya’s most scenic high-altitude overnight settings.

Mintos Camp: Trek into the dramatic alpine wilderness beneath Mount Kenya’s higher peaks.

Distinctive flora: See giant groundsels, lobelias and other Afro-alpine plants.

Expert support: Trek with a professional mountain guide, porters, trekking cook and support crew.

Nairobi comfort: Begin and end your journey with two convenient Nairobi hotel nights.

Itinerary

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Nairobi
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi — Time to Prepare

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, transfer to your Nairobi hotel, and meet your mountain guide for a trek briefing and equipment check.

Comfortable Nairobi hotel
Dinner
Chogoria Gate
Mount Kenya Bandas
Day 2: Nairobi to Chogoria to Mount Kenya Bandas — Into the Forest

Drive to Chogoria and trek through montane rainforest and bamboo to Mount Kenya Bandas.

Mount Kenya Bandas
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Lake Ellis Camp
Day 3: Mount Kenya Bandas to Lake Ellis Camp — Moorlands and Mountain Valleys

Trek from Mount Kenya Bandas through moorland and scenic valleys to Lake Ellis Camp.

Lake Ellis Campsite
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Mintos Camp
Day 4: Lake Ellis Camp to Mintos Camp — Into the Alpine Wilderness

Trek from Lake Ellis through alpine terrain to Mintos Camp, beneath Mount Kenya’s higher peaks.

Mintos Camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Point Lenana
Old Moses Camp
Day 5: Mintos Camp to Point Lenana to Old Moses Camp — Summit Day

Begin a pre-dawn ascent to Point Lenana at 4,985 metres, then cross to the Sirimon Route and descend to Old Moses Camp.

Old Moses Camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Sirimon Gate
Nairobi
Day 6: Old Moses Camp to Sirimon Gate to Nairobi — A Scenic Descent

Descend from Old Moses Camp through bamboo and forest to Sirimon Gate, then transfer to Nairobi.

Comfortable Nairobi hotel
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Day 7: Nairobi to JKIA or Onward Journey — Carry the Mountain With You

After breakfast, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or continue with your onward travel arrangements.

No overnight stay
Breakfast
Wildlife

Wildlife Experience


Key reserves, habitats, and wildlife encounters on this safari route

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Inclusions

Private airport transfers to and from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Comfortable Nairobi hotel accommodation before and after the trek.

Professional English-speaking Mount Kenya mountain guide.

Experienced mountain porters, trekking cook and support crew.

Mount Kenya National Park entrance and applicable conservation fees.

Chogoria–Sirimon Route trekking and applicable mountain park fees.

Mountain accommodation at Mount Kenya Bandas, Lake Ellis Campsite, Mintos Camp and Old Moses Camp.

Full-board meals during the mountain trek.

Breakfast and dinner at the Nairobi hotel as specified.

Drinking water during the mountain trek.

Pre-trek briefing and equipment check.

Guided summit attempt to Point Lenana at 4,985 metres.

Mountain rescue and emergency support arrangements as applicable.

Nairobi transfers before and after the mountain trek.

Government taxes and applicable statutory levies.

Exclude

International and domestic flights unless specifically stated as included.

Kenya visa fees and applicable travel documentation.

Comprehensive travel and medical insurance.

Personal trekking and mountain equipment.

Sleeping bag rental, if required.

Alcoholic and other personal beverages.

Laundry, telephone charges and other personal expenses.

Tips and gratuities for guides, porters, cooks and support crew.

Optional Nairobi activities and excursions.

Additional accommodation before or after the scheduled itinerary.

Personal emergency evacuation costs not covered by applicable arrangements.

Any other activities, services or expenses not specifically listed as included.

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