HIKING & MOUNTAIN CLIMBING: 5 DAYS, 4 NIGHTS MT. KENYA SIRIMON OUT NARUMORU ROUTE

Description

Embark on a 5-day adventure hiking and mountain climbing expedition on Mt. Kenya's Sirimon out Narumoru route. Explore diverse landscapes from rainforests to alpine moorlands, culminating in reaching Point Lenana for a breathtaking sunrise. Experience full-board accommodations, expert guides, and memorable views of Africa's iconic peaks.

Cost: From $1,000 for 1 Person, $950 Per Person Sharing for 2 people and above

What to carry on Mt. Kenya Trekking:

Waterproof rucksack with day pack
Sleeping bag (covering at least 3 seasons)
Roll mats and insulation pads
Comfortable hiking boots, light walking trainers, thongs (flip-flops)
Gaiters (useful when encountering snow)
Wooden walking stick/ski pole
Sunglasses or snow goggles
Sun hat, balaclava or woolen hat
Warm scarf, gloves, mittens, and thermal underwear
Sweaters/jumpers, anorak/raincoat, water and windproof pants, jackets, t-shirt, several pairs of socks
Long-sleeved shirt with collar, small towel, toiletries, and toilet paper
Sunscreen and lip salve
Flashlight (head-mounted preferable) and spare batteries
Water bottle
Camera with spare film and batteries

Price Includes

Guide
Porters
Cook
All Park entrance fees
Accommodation based on full board while in the mountain (Breakfast, Lunch, and dinner)
Camping fees
Drinking water
Transport Nairobi – Mt Kenya – Nairobi

Price Excludes

Soft drinks
Tips for the cook, Guide, and porters.

Itinerary

Meet at Nairobi CBD for departure at 7:00 am. Our journey takes us to Nanyuki, where we'll rendezvous with our mountain crew. We'll make a stop to gather supplies before proceeding to Sirimon Gate at 2600m for park fees registration. A picnic lunch will be provided here. Our hike spans 9km through the tropical rainforest, bamboo belt, and haegenia rosewood to the expansive moorland, reaching our camp at Old Moses at 3300m above sea level. Enjoy dinner and accommodation in the bunkhouse.

Following breakfast, we embark on a 13km hike through Mackinder's Valley to Shipton's Camp at 4,300m above sea level. This journey typically takes 6-7 hours, crossing rivers and ridges. We'll pass by the newly established meteorological station for Eastern Africa, with clear days offering stunning views of the main peaks. Lunch is served en route, and dinner and overnight accommodations are provided in the bunkhouse.

Rise at 2:00 am for a light snack before our ascent to Point Lenana at 4985m above sea level, aiming for sunrise. On clear days, Kilimanjaro at 320km can be sighted. The panoramic view is breathtaking and will be captured by our cameras. Afterward, we descend to Austrian Hut (Top Hut) at 4750m above sea level, then further down to Teleki Valley, Mackinder’s Camp at 3,300m above sea level via American Camp and Rangers Camp. A hot brunch awaits at the camp, where you'll have the option to explore or relax to recover from fatigue and lost sleep. Dinner and overnight accommodations are provided in the bunkhouse.

After breakfast, we descend through the alpine moorland to the bamboo zone, where our camp is located at Met Station. This descent takes approximately 4-5 hours. A hot lunch is served at the camp, and Syke monkeys and other wildlife can often be spotted. Enjoy dinner and overnight accommodations.

Following breakfast, we descend through the rainforest to Naromoru Park Gate headquarters. Here, we'll sign out and bid farewell to the crew. Our journey back to Nairobi concludes, with an expected arrival time of 4:30 pm.