3 Days Mt Kenya Sirimon Route Trekking Safari. Mount Kenya Climbing (Lenana Peak) Sirimon Route. The 3 days Mt. Kenya climbing along Sirimon route to Lenana point. Starts from Nairobi to old Moses Camp on day 1, then to Shipton’s camp on day 2 and point Lenana down to old Moses camp reaching Nairobi on day 3.
The Sirimon Route is the most reachable and interesting route to climb Mount Kenya and even fit for beginners. The route is more spectacular than Naromoru and it is located on the drier side of the mountain which the best treks. On these 3 days Mount Kenya Climbing along the Sirimon route, you will hike up through forest into a wide ridge to the summit area. The route starts from the northwest side of the mountain near Nanyuki. Access is adequate and the hut accommodation are the best on this side of the mountain.
3 Days Mt Kenya Sirimon Route Trekking Safari
Overview
3 Days Mt Kenya Trekking Sirimon Route 2023
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3 DAYS MT. KENYA – SIRIMON ROUTE
Departs daily
Duration: 3 days
Distance: 53 km
Difficulty: Moderate
Start/Finish: Nairobi
Summary
Much more scenic than Naromoru and it is on the dry side of the mountain which offers some of the finest walking.
Climb up through forest into a wide ridge approach to the summit area. The route starts on the northwest side of the mountain near Nanyuki. Access is adequate and the bunk house facilities are the best on this side of the mountain.
Mt. Kenya 3 Days Sirimon
CONQUER MT. KENYA VIA SIRIMON
Day 1: Nairobi to Old Moses Camp (3,300m)
Driving Time: 4hours Hiking Duration: 3-4 hrs
Distance: 9km Ascent: 860m
Leave Nairobi early at 0600hrs and drive north past central highlands to the Mt. Kenya Sirimon gate. At the gate, we will go through the park check-in process as you prepare your bags and enjoy a picnic lunch. The walk starts at the Sirimon gate following the road up the tropical rain forest to the heather region. Our first camp for the night is at Old Moses camp. The shining lights of Nanyuki town are beautiful on a clear night from this camp.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Day 2: Old Moses Camp to Shipton Camp(4,200m)
Hiking duration: 6-7hrs
Distance: 14km Ascent:900m
After breakfast, we set off at 0800hrs following the narrow track towards the new weather station. After the weather station, the route forks right leaving the Likii North route to cross a series of valleys to Mackinder Valley. From here the peaks are clear all the way to the camp for the night.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Shipton Camp to Point Lenana (4,895m) to Old Moses Camp) to Nairobi
Hiking Duration: 9hrs Distance: 21km
Rise early for tea and light snacks at 0300hrs. Commence the steep climb via the ridge between the peaks towards Hall Tarn. Arrive at Lenana peak at 0630hrs in time for sunrise. After the sunrise, descend down to Shipton Camp for breakfast before proceeding down to Old Moses Camp where you will be picked by the driver to Nairobi.
PHYSICAL FITNESS
Due to the nature of the exercise, you need to prepare your body well. It is recommended you do daily cardio-based exercises before the hike. We have prep hikes organized every weekend & private on weekdays for your support and it would be great to attend them.
FOOD & SNACKS
Meals will be provided, as well as basic snacks like cookies, biscuits, and fruits. You should also bring your own energy snacks for the duration of the hike. Based on your preference, you can consider nuts, candy, energy bars, soda/beverage, Energy Sachets, Apples, and fruits. Main meals are prepared and served at camp. They include common starch, vegetables, soup, and meat. Any special dietary requirements such as diabetic, vegetarian, lactose intolerant, non-beef must be communicated in advance.