5-Day Mount Kenya Safari Adventure — Sirimon–Chogoria Route
Experience one of Kenya’s most authentic safaris with Lamara Safaris, a top tour operator renowned for delivering best value safaris and expert-guided adventures. This 5-day Mount Kenya expedition via the scenic Sirimon–Chogoria Route blends exhilarating trekking with breathtaking landscapes, making it one of the most authentic Kenya safaris for nature enthusiasts and climbers alike.
Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest peak, lies at the heart of Mount Kenya National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that embodies Kenya’s wilderness at its purest. Starting on the dry, northwestern slopes near Nanyuki at the Sirimon Gate, you’ll venture through lush montane forests and bamboo zones before emerging onto expansive alpine ridges that lead to the glacier-clad summit. The descent through the spectacular Chogoria Valley reveals waterfalls, crater lakes, and sweeping views of the Gorges Valley.
Safari Highlights:
Authentic trekking experience through diverse habitats — tropical forests, moorlands, and dramatic alpine scenery.
Guided by Lamara’s expert guides, recognized across East Africa for their deep wildlife knowledge and as top big cats and leopard experts, ensuring a rich, interpretive experience.
Comfortable bunkhouse accommodation at Sirimon and breathtaking campsites on the Chogoria route.
Unique photographic opportunities — from sunrise over Batian Peak to encounters with high-altitude wildlife.
Discover the true spirit of adventure with Lamara’s authentic Kenya safaris — where expertise, nature, and value meet on Africa’s most enchanting mountain.
Leave Nairobi at 7.30am to Nanyuki town for lunch, taking about 4 hours. Proceed to Sirimon Gate (Sirimon Park Gate), 1 hr, 2440m. From the gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest which becomes heath land after about 3 hrs. About 3½ hours from the gate the track veers right to Judmier Camp, 3300m for dinner and overnight, L, D
Activities : Trekking
After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction. Following one hour trekking from Old Moses Camp, the track crosses Ontulili River. Go right contouring through the Moorland and crossing Liki North. Continue uphill to Mackinders Valley from where there are panoramic views up the valley towards the main peaks (Nelion, Batian and Lenana). Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp, 4200m, B,L,D
Activities : Trekking
Spend the day acclimatizing with guided hikes. You will spend the day trekking to Kami Hut and down to Hauseberg Lakes (Hauseberg Tarn and Nanyuki Tarn). Walk back to Shipton for an early dinner and overnight in readiness for the next day’s summit attempt, B,L,D.
Activities : Trekking
You are awake early in the morning for some. We now leave the camp at 3am up a steep stony quarry that cuts through a cliff clearing visible part towards lower Hall Tarns. The journey lasts about 3 hours arriving Mount Kenya Point Lenana (6km from Shipton Camp) at 6:30am. Trekking to Lenana Peak at 4985m taking about 3hrs or so. Enjoy photographic session and sightseeing from the summit. After the African sunrise, descend down to Mintos hut (6km), 2hrs, for breakfast. Proceed with the adventure hiking for 20km, 4-5hrs further down to Mount Meru Bandas, 2950m (Mt Kenya Bandas). Dinner and overnight at Mount Kenya Bandas, B,L,D
Activities : Trekking
After enjoying your last breakfast, you will walk down by trekking for 2hrs, 15km to forest clearance. The remaining part distance of approximately 16km is by 4x4WD vehicle. Catch a 4×4 transfer vehicle to Chogoria Village where you will connect with your transfer vehicle back to Nairobi, B,L.
Activities : Trekking
| No of pax | Age Limit | Price per pax (Rs) |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | Above 12 years | $ 1180 / Adult( With Tax ) |
* 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
* Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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