Chogoria Route Up – Sirimon Route Down
Trekwise Adventures
The Chogoria to Sirimon traverse offers the most scenic and rewarding way to experience Mount Kenya. This 6-day itinerary provides excellent acclimatization, allowing trekkers to enjoy dramatic landscapes, alpine lakes, waterfalls, and panoramic summit views before descending gradually via the Sirimon Route.
Ideal for trekkers seeking a slower pace, higher summit success rate, and maximum exploration of Mount Kenya’s diverse ecosystems.
Trip Overview
Route: Chogoria (Ascend) – Sirimon (Descend)
Duration: 6 Days / 5 Nights
Summit: Point Lenana (4,985m)
Difficulty Level: Moderate to Challenging
Best Season: January to March and June to October
Day 1: Nairobi – Chogoria Town – Chogoria Gate – Lake Ellis Camp
Altitude: 2,950m to 3,450m
Hiking Time: 3 to 4 hours
Depart Nairobi early morning and drive to Chogoria town where you meet the Trekwise Adventures trekking crew. Transfer by 4×4 vehicle to Chogoria Gate for registration.
Begin trekking through bamboo forest and moorland terrain with scenic views of valleys and waterfalls before arriving at Lake Ellis Camp.
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Ellis Camp
Day 2: Lake Ellis – Mintos Camp
Altitude: 3,450m to 4,300m
Hiking Time: 6 to 7 hours
Trek across open alpine landscapes toward Mintos Camp. Enjoy spectacular scenery including giant lobelias, alpine ridges, and views into the famous Gorges Valley.
Arrive at Mintos Camp for rest and preparation for higher altitude trekking.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mintos Camp
Day 3: Acclimatization Day – Explore Around Mintos Camp
Altitude: Up to approx. 4,500m
Hiking Time: 3 to 5 hours
A dedicated acclimatization day to improve summit success. Take a guided hike to surrounding viewpoints overlooking Lake Michaelson and dramatic alpine valleys.
Return to camp for rest, hydration, and summit briefing.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Mintos Camp
Day 4: Summit Point Lenana – Shipton Camp (Sirimon Side)
Altitude: 4,300m to 4,985m to 4,200m
Hiking Time: 9 to 11 hours
Begin the summit attempt around midnight. Trek steadily to Point Lenana, reaching the summit at sunrise with breathtaking panoramic views.
After celebrations and photos, descend via the Sirimon Route to Shipton Camp for overnight rest.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Shipton Camp
Day 5: Shipton Camp – Old Moses Camp
Altitude: 4,200m to 3,300m
Hiking Time: 4 to 5 hours
Descend through Mackinders Valley surrounded by alpine scenery and unique vegetation. Enjoy a relaxed trekking pace as altitude decreases.
Arrive at Old Moses Camp for overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Old Moses Camp
Day 6: Old Moses Camp – Sirimon Gate – Departure
Altitude: 3,300m to 2,650m
Hiking Time: 2 to 3 hours
After breakfast, descend through forest trails back to Sirimon Gate.
Meet the Trekwise Adventures vehicle for transfer back to Nanyuki or Nairobi, marking the end of your Mount Kenya trekking adventure.
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
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