Duration
5-Day
Accra, Kenya
5-Day Mount Kenya Climb via Chogoria- down Sirimon Route
Overview
The Chogoria up-Sirimon down route is one of the most scenic trails for summiting Mount Kenya, perfect for hikers and nature lovers. It passes through lush rainforests, waterfalls, and glacier lakes, home to elephants, buffalo, leopards, and primates. As you ascend, you'll traverse vast moorlands, grassy valleys, and rocky gorges, surrounded by stunning flora. This route allows for better acclimatization with well-balanced daily distances, making it ideal for a successful and breathtaking trek.
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Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi (City)
Via Chogoria Gate (Mt Kenya), Mt Kenya
Country & park
Kenya
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
game drives, nature hikes/walks & mountain climbing
Accommodation
Meru Mount Kenya Bandas Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – All Meals Included - Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – All Meals Included
Meals
All Meals Included; Breakfast Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$820 USD
$820 USD
Jan 1, 2027 - Dec 31, 2027
$820 USD
$820 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour is unavailable for children.
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Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1
Chogoria Gate (Mt Kenya)
Day 2-4
Mt Kenya
End
Nairobi (City) (Day 5)
Tour Features
Budget tour
This budget tour includes mountain huts and camping.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
18
Minimum age of 18 years
The minimum age for this tour is 18 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives, nature hikes/walks & mountain climbing
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle & hiking/walking
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Meru Mount Kenya Bandas Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – All Meals Included
Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 2-4
Budget camping Mt Kenya – All Meals Included
Mt Kenya – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Nairobi to Mt Kenya
Hiking Distance: 8 km. Duration: 2.5 hours You'll depart from Nairobi and enjoy a scenic 4-5 hour drive to Chogoria town, the gateway to the Chogoria route. After lunch, you'll meet your experienced guides and porters before taking a 4x4 vehicle to the hike’s starting point, cutting through the lower terrain. You'll begin your Mount Kenya trek through the bamboo forest with a three-hour walk to Meru Mt Kenya Bandas, gaining a 680m ascent. Upon arrival, you'll enjoy dinner and settle in for an overnight stay, preparing for the journey ahead. Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Chogoria Gate (Mt Kenya) Stay: Meru Mount Kenya Bandas Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 2
Mount Kenya Bandas - Lake Ellis Camp
Hiking Distance: 9 km. Duration: 3 hours. After breakfast and sorting of porters' loads, you'll set off up the mountain at an easy pace. This walk give you a scenic view of the Giant billiard table mountain, Ithanguni and Mugi hill. You'll get to the campsite in time for lunch. Later, you'll proceed for fishing at the lake or a nature walk as you acclimatize for the next day long trek. All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 3
Lake Ellis Camp - Mintos Camp
Hiking Distance: 12 km. Duration: 5 hours. You'll leave the camp after breakfast off the beaten track to follow a ridge up the mountain for at least 2.5 hours. Eventually, you will join the normal route ascending from Roadhead camp. You'll enjoy the breathtaking view over the Gorges valley and back over towards Ithanguni and the northern moorlands. Lunch will be served along the way before getting to Minto’s camp. You'll spend the rest of your afternoon relaxing and refreshing for the next day's summit attempt. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the camp. All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 4
Mintos Camp - Point Lenana - Old Moses Camp
Hiking Distance: 24 km. Duration: 15 hours. The predawn attempt at the summit starts in the wee hours of the morning. Your hike takes up to three hours to the summit, arriving just minutes before sunrise. You'll descend to Shipton camp for breakfast and later proceed for a 5-hour trek to Old Moses camp, traversing through the majestic Mackinder’s valley. The descent is gentle and it offers ample time to enjoy fascinating scenery, which includes the moorland, before reaching the camp in the evening for evening tea and dinner. All meals included Drinks not included
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinks not included
Day 5
Old Moses Camp - Sirimon Gate - Nairobi
Hiking Distance: 8 km. Duration: 2 hours. After an early morning breakfast, you'll descend for 3 hours to the Sirimon park gate to catch a vehicle for a transfer back to Nairobi or airport to board your flight back home. Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Nairobi (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included) Drinks not included
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Porterage
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
Camping equipment
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
Rescue fee
Climbing gear
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Drinks
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Trail Tracers Tours And Travels
5.0 operator rating
8 reviews
At Trail Tracers we offer tailor made safaris that fit your every need weather you’re a bird watcher a lover of the big cats or even a lover of the sea we made the dream a reality and not to mention our very experienced guides who make your safari worth the while . We host our guests at top notch properties vetted on basis of location to game and the Quality of their service.
Office In
Kenya
Size
1-5 employees (Founded in 2024)
Tour Types
Customizable private tours and fixed group tours
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour is unavailable for children.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Meru Mount Kenya Bandas Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – All Meals Included - Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – All Meals Included. Meals: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Trail Tracers Tours And Travels, not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
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