4-Day Mount Kenya Climb Sirimon Route

4-Day Mount Kenya Climb – Sirimon Route | SafeRide Safaris

Category: Mount Kenya Climbing | Kenya Adventure Tours

Embark on a breathtaking 4-day trek along the Sirimon Route with SafeRide Safaris. Summit Point Lenana (4,985 m), experience diverse vegetation zones, and enjoy professional support, camping comfort, and an unforgettable adventure.

🌄 Why Choose This 4-Day Climb

• Efficient yet rewarding: summit Point Lenana in just 4 days.

• Gradual acclimatization along the Sirimon route reduces altitude sickness risk.

• Stunning scenery: montane forests, bamboo zones, moorlands, and alpine peaks.

• Professional guides and porters handle logistics — you focus on the adventure.

• Convenient departure from Nairobi and overnight hotel in Nanyuki.

🗓️ 4-Day Itinerary

Day 1 – Nairobi → Nanyuki

• Depart Nairobi at 09:00 hrs.

• Stop at the Equator for photos.

• Check-in at Nanyuki hotel and prepare for the hike.

• Dinner and overnight stay.

Day 2 – Sirimon Gate → Old Moses Camp (3,300 m)

• Breakfast and transfer to Sirimon Gate.

• Trek through montane forests to Old Moses Camp.

• Hiking time: 6–8 hours.

• Dinner and overnight in tents.

Day 3 – Old Moses → Shipton’s Camp (4,200 m)

• Trek through moorlands and alpine zones.

• Hiking time: 5–7 hours.

• Dinner and overnight in tents.

Day 4 – Summit Point Lenana (4,985 m) → Nairobi

• Early summit attempt (03:00 hrs) for sunrise views.

• Descend to main road and transfer back to Nairobi.

• Hiking/descending time: ~11 hours.

• Arrive in Nairobi late afternoon.

💰 Pricing (Per Person – Tent Camping)

✅ Inclusions

• Return transport Nairobi ↔ Nanyuki ↔ Sirimon gate

• Park and camping fees

• Professional guides, porters & cook

• All meals during trek

• Tents & camping equipment

• One night hotel in Nanyuki

• Rescue coverage and government taxes

❌ Exclusions

• Personal hiking gear (sleeping bag, headlamp, gloves)

• Bottled water and snacks outside meal plan

• Tips for guides and porters

• Optional hotel upgrades or extra nights

• Optional extras (hot showers, gear rental)

🧳 Packing List & Preparation

Clothing: thermal base layers, fleece jacket, waterproof jacket & pants, warm gloves, hat, hiking socks.
Footwear: waterproof hiking boots, camp shoes, gaiters.
Gear: trekking poles, headlamp, hydration system, sleeping bag, daypack.
Personal Items: sunglasses, sunscreen, lip balm, toiletries, quick-dry towel.
Documents: passport/ID, insurance covering high-altitude trekking.