5 Days, 4 Nights Mt. Kenya Trekking: Sirimon Route

• Morning departure north of Nairobi through the central highlands

• Picnic lunch en route to the park gate

• Drive to Sirimon Gate and onward to the roadhead at 11,000 ft

• Easy afternoon walk for acclimatization

• Overnight at Judmaier Camp (11,000 ft.) in high-altitude mountain tents

• Ascend the Sirimon Track to Liki North Valley

• Camp overnight in Liki Valley (13,000 ft.), below the subsidiary peaks of Tereri and Sendeyo

• Climb from Liki Valley into Mackinder Valley, one of the broadest valleys on the mountain

• Observe giant groundsels along the way

• Overnight at Shipton Camp at Mackinder Valley head, just below Batian and Nelion (14,000 ft.)

• Alpine ascent of Pt. Lenana (16,355 ft.) via the north face

• Approximately four hours of stiff walking to the summit

• Descend to Teleki Valley on the opposite side of the main peaks

• Overnight at MacKinder’s Camp (13,900 ft.)

• Descend to the Meteorological Station on the Naro Moru Track

• Proceed down the mountain to the park gate

• Transfer back to Nairobi after a lunch stop

Pricing

Price: Available on request via African Breeze Tours

Price Includes:

• Transport to and from Mt. Kenya

• Park entrance fees

• Accommodation in mountain huts or tents

• Full-board meals while on the mountain

• Guiding and porter support

Price Excludes:

• Personal clothing and equipment

• Tips and gratuities

• Beverages while not on the mountain