Mount Kenya Sirimon Route 4 Days 3 Nights
The "soft life" Mount Kenya route.
Experience the Thrill of the Climb on a Less Arduous Mt. Kenya Trail
If you are an intermediate or advanced hiker looking to get to Mt. Kenya Point Lenana on a less taxing expedition, the Outdoorer Mt Kenya Sirimon Route climb is a perfect choice. As we get to the climax of our Mount Kenya Crash Program, we set out on a journey through the most popular Mt. Kenya route and dive into the magic of Mount Kenya. Our ultimate goal is to conquer ourselves by getting to Point Lenana, the third-highest peak of Mt. Kenya, rising to an elevation of 4,985m ASL. The four-day experience through the Outdoorer Mt Kenya Sirimon Route Climb begins and ends at the Sirimon Gate. We will set out to experience the breathtaking views of the Sirimon Route, including the Sirimon Gorge, Likii North Valley, Mackinder Valley, and the glorious views across the expanse on the journey to Point Lenana. Â
Outdoorer Mt Kenya Sirimon Route Climb Itinerary
We depart Nairobi for Sirimon Gate at 5:30 a.m. Upon arrival at Mt. Kenya Sirimon Gate, we will connect with the Outdoorer Mt. Kenya team, meet and greet, and have brunch before hitting the trail.
Our hike starts on a 9km well-paved road through the forest to get to Old Moses Camp. This will be our home for the night. Later on, we will have our evening tea, snacks, and dinner, and retire early, in readiness for what day 2 has to offer.
Distance:- 9km | Elevation gain:- 650m
After breakfast, we hit the trail to our next camp on the Outdoorer Mt Kenya Sirimon Route Climb. Our 14km hiking trail takes us past three river crossings and the breathtaking Likii and Mackinder Valleys. Should the weather be favorable, prepare to be enchanted by the glorious views of the peaks throughout the day, as they beckon us closer and closer, urging us to take them on. We shall make a brief stop by a river at Lunch Point, where we shall have our packed lunch. Our ascent ends at the Shiptons Camp, right below the peaks. This will be our home for the night.
Distance:- 14km | Elevation gain:- 900m
We wake up at 2 a.m., have breakfast immediately, and begin our steep 2.5km trek to Point Lenana (4,985m ASL) by 2:45 a.m. An early ascent guarantees us magical views of the sunrise from the summit if we make it on time.
After conquering ourselves at Point Lenana, we hit the trail again down the steep descent back to Shiptons Camp. We shall have breakfast, collect our packed lunch, and then take on the 14 km trek down to Old Moses Camp, our home for the last night.
ETA at Old Moses Camp: 4-7 p.m.
Distance: Shiptons Camp to Point Lenana – 2.5km; Point Lenana to Old Moses Camp – 16.5km | Max elevation gain:- 785m
After breakfast, we will hit the trail down to Sirimon Gate, where we will hold our graduation ceremony and have a brief thanksgiving session. Thereafter, we will catch our ride back to Nairobi, having completed the arduous trek to the highest point reachable on foot in Kenya. We hope to walk out with our hearts fuller and our souls richer, having conquered ourselves and unlocked our mountains.
Distance: Old Moses to Gate - 9km
Eligibility Criteria
Our criteria for anyone looking to join our mountaineering expeditions encompasses the following three points, which one must demonstrate satisfactory competence in if they cannot participate in the activities of our Mt. Kenya Crash Program.
- Physical fitness, with emphasis on cardiovascular training.
- Understanding of gear and layering at high elevations.
- High-altitude training (in the 3,500+ mASL elevations) within one month ahead of the climb for altitude acclimatization.
What to Wear & Carry?
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Points to Consider
- Pre-expedition altitude acclimatization increases your chances of reaching Point Lenana without severe altitude sickness. When you apply to join, we will prescribe some high-altitude preparatory hikes to elevations above 3,500m in the weeks preceding the expedition.
- Do not travel to low altitudes within the week preceding the expedition. Doing so significantly decreases your body’s ability to acclimate to elevation gain and, consequently, increases the risk of altitude sickness.
- Come with an open mind. The goal is to attempt the summit push. You shall never conquer the mountain; you can only conquer yourself.
- On mountaineering expeditions, it is customary to tip porters and crew. You are not obliged, but we recommend carrying tips in cash–just in case you decide to tip. Tipping into the collective kitty is traditionally fairer than tipping specific crew members.
Charges
Ticket | By Bus | Self-Drive |
Kenyan & EAC Citizens | KES 48,000 | KES 42,500 |
Foreign Kenyan Residents | KES 49,000 | KES 43,500 |
Non-Resident Foreigners | US$ 661.00 | NA |
Trip Includes & Cancellation Policy
Included in your ticket
The Outdoorer Promise:
- 7:1 hiker to guide ratio on day hikes and 4:1 hiker to guide ratio on expeditions.
- Additional guidance and support from Outdoorer Champions.Â
- At least one skilled paramedic (up to 5Â depending on the group size).
- A thorough emergency action plan for any emergencies that may arise.
- Other ticket-includes as detailed below.
Mount Kenya-Includes:
- Transport from Nairobi and back.
- All meals while on the climb.
- Dorm accommodation on the mountain.
- All park and camping fees.
- Ground rescue fees, and oxygen cylinders for emergency cases.
- Guides’, porters’, and other crew’s remuneration.
- Services of a skilled mountain paramedic.
Excluded
- Items of personal nature, including clothes, shoes, sleeping bags, and rucksacks.
- Mandatory emergency air rescue cover (If you do not have an eligible cover, the cost is KES 3,300).
- Tips to guides and porters (group tipping is recommended for fair distribution).Â
- Anything else not explicitly listed in the "Included" list.