Duration
5-Day
Accra, Kenya
5-Day Mount Kenya Trek (Chogoria down Sirimon)
Overview
Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Kenya. Mount Kenya is home to lots of vegetation, waterfalls, rivers, glaciers and animals hence making it a popular tourist destination. People travel from all over the world to come and enjoy the beautiful scenery of Mt. Kenya. A seasoned hiker will cherish every minute spent in Mt. Kenya. The three major routes are Naromoru, Sirimon, Chogoria, and Timau. We customize this package to suit your needs.
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Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi (City)
Via Mt Kenya
Country & park
Kenya
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
18 years
Activities
Getting around: hiking/walking
Accommodation
Meru Mount Kenya Bandas Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – Lunch & Dinner Included - Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – Lunch & Dinner Included
Meals
Lunch & Dinner Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
$885 USD
$806 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 1-4
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. However, wildlife viewing activities are run by the lodges/camps and will 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
Getting around: hiking/walking
Book your own international flights when using this operator
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1
Meru Mount Kenya Bandas Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – Lunch & Dinner Included
Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – Lunch & Dinner Included
Lunch & Dinner 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 & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Nairobi- Mount Kenya Bandas
Pick up from the hotel at 7am. Depart from Nairobi at 0800hrs, driving through agricultural country up to Chogoria town for lunch. After lunch, we take 4×4 and drive up to the edge of the bamboo forest where we start our trekking through the dense bamboo forest for a distance of 10 km to the Mt Kenya Bandas. 3hrs / 10km walk / 650m ascent. Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Meru Mount Kenya Bandas Budget mountain hut located on Mt Kenya Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinks not included
Day 2
Mt Kenya Bandas – Lake Ellis Campsite
After breakfast and sorting of porter loads, we set off up the mountain at a nice and easy pace. A slightly longer walk via Lake Ellis gives scenic views of Mugi, Ithanguni and the Giants Billiards Table, whilst if we follow the river near road head, upstream for about 3 km, the foreground scenery and flora is particularly beautiful. Hot lunch is served on the banks of a stream, then it’s time to cut up the left-hand hillside to our camp at about 3,600m, well away from any of the more “touristic” areas. 3hrs / 9km / 700m ascent. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Lake Ellis – Minto`s Camp
Similar early start. Again well off the beaten track to follow a ridge up the mountain for about 3 hours to eventually join the tourist track on the normal Chogoria route at an altitude of about 4,100m. Breathtaking views over the Gorges Valley and back over towards Ithanguni and the Northern Moorlands. Lunch is served at a small stream crossing, before continuing for a further hour to the Mintos Hut area at 4200m and our night’s rest. The afternoon is spent relaxing at camp, though a 10-minute walk to the “Temple” is well worth the effort. This is a 150-meter vertical cliff that gets its name from the position visitors often adopt when peering over the edge —they look as if they are praying. An early night is recommended as you are attempting the summit the next day. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Minto`s – Point Lenana - Old Moses
Predawn attempt of the summit starts at 3:00 am. You will hike for about three hours up to Point Lenana (4985m), the hiker’s summit, arriving there in time to watch the African sunrise. You'll descend to Shipton camp for breakfast. After breakfast, you will begin a 5-hour descent via Mackinder`s valley to the Old Moses camp (3,300m). The descent is gentle and it offers ample time to enjoy fascinating scenery which includes the moorlands before reaching the camp. All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Mount Kenya Stay: Budget camping Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Old Moses Camp – Nairobi
After early morning breakfast, you will descend for 3 hours to the Sirimon Park Gate to catch a vehicle and travel to Nairobi. You will be dropped off at the hotel/residence/airport. 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. A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
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
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Excluded
Rescue fee
Climbing gear
International flights (From/to home)
Roundtrip airport transfer
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Sleeping bag
Bath towels
Tips (Tipping guideline US$25.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Book your own international flights when using this operator
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Hyrax Safaris
4.9 operator rating
345 reviews
Hyrax Safaris is a Kenyan- based tour company that offers midrange, luxury & luxury plus safaris in East Africa. We have a team of professional and competent tour consultants who are ready to customize safaris that suit your needs and budget. Our driver guides are knowledgeable and highly skilled. Customer satisfaction and delivering high-quality services are our top agendas. We also provide 24/7 customer support. Feel free to talk to us today to plan your dream safari.
Office In
Kenya
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2018)
Member Of
KATO & TOSK
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5Amazing experience
We had an amazing experience in Masai Mara. The organization was perfect with the help of Emmah and all the drivers. She chose the perfect hotel for us at a good price and helped us customize the whole experience. We saw plenty of different animals and the experience was entertaining during the whole time even for most of us as adults.
Gergana · Bulgaria
Amazing experience! Totally worth it!
We were a big group of 15 people of different ages and did a 4 day tour. Emmah from Hyrax organised everything perfectly, chose the perfect place for us to stay at a very good price. Our drivers were amazing(we had 3, mine was called Sami), told us interesting things about the animals and had incredible eyesight, which helped seeing a lot of animals. In the beginning we were afraid we might not be lucky enough to spot a lion (for I don't know what reason) but after 2 hours in the savannah we had already spotted plenty of them and by the third day we started even to get tired of seeing them :). The most amazing thing was seeing a leopard eating an antelope on top of a tree, we could hear its bones cracking... If you are wondering whether to choose Hyrax, definitely book straight ahead!
Kaloyan · Bulgaria
Exceptional Organization and Seamless Experience with Hyrax Safaris
I would like to sincerely thank our tour agent, Emmah, for the excellent organization throughout the trip. Everything was arranged smoothly, professionally, and with great attention to detail. Special appreciation as well to the drivers, who were punctual, reliable, and ensured our comfort and safety at all times. A truly well-coordinated team effort.
Krasimir Todorov · Bulgaria
Great service and guides
Very pleased having used these guys for our trip up Mt Kenya (Lenana). There were 4 of us and Daniel the head guide, Moses his assistant and the porters and cooks looked after us very well. Everything was included from pick up to drop off back in Nairobi. Guides knowelegable and flexible, food good and we had an incredible experience. Special thanks to Daniel
Iwan Marshall · United Kingdom
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 – Lunch & Dinner Included - Budget mountain hut on Mt Kenya – Lunch & Dinner Included. Meals: Lunch & Dinner 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 can be arranged for an extra cost
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Hyrax Safaris, 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.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Hyrax Safaris.
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