Route Overview

The Sirimon Route is one of the most popular and scenic routes on Mount Kenya. It approaches the mountain from the dry northern side and offers a gradual ascent through beautiful landscapes.

This 5-day itinerary allows better acclimatization while trekking through forest, alpine valleys, and glacial terrain before reaching the summit viewpoint of Point Lenana (4,985m).

Quick Facts:

Duration: 5 Days Difficulty: Moderate Summit: Point Lenana (4,985m) Location: Kenya Route Type: Gradual Ascent

Best Time to Visit

Mount Kenya trekking is best during the dry seasons when trails are clearer and summit views are excellent.

✅ Best Seasons:

• January – March → Clear skies and great mountain views
• June – October → Dry conditions and stable trekking weather

⚠️ Rainy Periods:

• April – May (Long rains)
• November (Short rains)

5 Day Sirimon Route Itinerary

Day 1: Nanyuki → Sirimon Gate → Old Moses Camp Drive to **Sirimon Gate** and begin trekking through forest and moorland landscapes to **Old Moses Camp**. Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Day 2: Old Moses Camp → Shipton's Camp Trek through Mackinder Valley with views of the main peaks before reaching **Shipton's Camp**. Hiking Time: 6–7 hours

Day 3: Acclimatization Day – Shipton's Camp Short acclimatization hike around the alpine valley and nearby ridges before returning to **Shipton's Camp**. Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

Day 4: Shipton's Camp → Point Lenana → Old Moses Camp Early morning summit attempt to **Point Lenana (4,985m)** for sunrise views before descending to **Old Moses Camp**. Hiking Time: 7–8 hours

Day 5: Old Moses Camp → Sirimon Gate Descend through forest and moorland to **Sirimon Gate**, where the trek ends. Hiking Time: 3–4 hours

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