4-Day Mount Kenya Sirimon Route Trekking with Point Lenana Sunrise Summit
This Mount Kenya trekking itinerary is designed for travelers who want a rewarding alpine adventure on one of East Africa’s most iconic mountains.
Starting and ending in Nairobi, the journey takes you through the scenic Sirimon Route, widely appreciated for its gradual ascent, stunning mountain scenery, and excellent acclimatization profile.
You will trek through bamboo forests, moorlands, and high-altitude alpine zones, spending nights at Old Moses Camp and Shipton’s Camp before making an early morning summit attempt to Point Lenana.
The trek combines physical challenge with breathtaking landscapes, glacier views, and the thrill of reaching one of Kenya’s most celebrated peaks.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
This trek is ideal for:
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Adventure travelers seeking a scenic mountain challenge
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Hikers wanting a manageable but rewarding summit route
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Couples, friends, and small groups who enjoy active travel
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Nature lovers interested in alpine landscapes and high-altitude trekking
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Travelers wanting a guided Mount Kenya experience from Nairobi
Why This Safari Best
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Excellent Acclimatization: The Sirimon Route allows steady altitude gain and a safer summit profile
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Stunning Scenery: Bamboo forests, moorlands, valleys, and glacier-facing ridges
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Balanced Trek Pace: Strong trekking days with enough rest time in camp
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Sunrise Summit Experience: Point Lenana at dawn creates the most memorable moment of the trek
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Guided Mountain Support: Professional trekking crew improves safety and comfort
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Convenient Nairobi Access: Easy start and finish from Kenya’s capital
Tour Highlights
Scenic transfer from Nairobi to Mount Kenya National Park
Trek through Sirimon Route’s forest and moorland scenery
Overnight stays at Old Moses Camp and Shipton’s Camp
High-altitude alpine trekking with expert mountain guides
Sunrise summit attempt to Point Lenana
Panoramic views of Mount Kenya’s peaks and valleys
Descent through the Sirimon Route after summit
Tour Map
Tour Features
Accommodations
This tour uses comfortable camping tents and lodges
Can not be customized
You can not request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Shared tour
On this shared tour, you may join a group of other travelers.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this shared tour.
Not Family Friendly
This tour does not accept families with kids 0-12 years
Day 1
Nairobi to Sirimon Gate – Trek to Old Moses Camp
Accommodation
Old Moses Camp
Day 2
Old Moses Camp to Shipton’s Camp
After breakfast, continue your ascent deeper into Mount Kenya’s rugged landscape.
Today’s trek moves from the lower mountain zone into the higher alpine environment, where the scenery becomes more dramatic and the air noticeably thinner.
As you climb, you’ll pass through open moorlands, ridges, and valleys with increasingly expansive views.
The trek to Shipton’s Camp is more challenging than Day 1 but highly rewarding, offering unforgettable views of Mount Kenya’s rocky peaks and glacier-carved terrain.
Shipton’s Camp sits beneath the mountain’s main summit area and provides a spectacular overnight base for your summit attempt.
Spend the evening relaxing, hydrating, and resting early for the pre-dawn climb planned for the next day.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Transport Distance & Time: Trekking only | Approx. 7–8 hours trekking
Trekking Distance: Approx. 14 km
Accommodation
Shipton’s Camp
Day 3
Shipton’s Camp – Point Lenana Sunrise Summit – Descend to Old Moses Camp
Very early in the morning, begin your sunrise summit attempt to Point Lenana, the trekking peak of Mount Kenya. This is the most exciting day of the itinerary, as you hike in the dark with headlamps toward the summit in time for the first light of dawn.
Reaching the top rewards you with sweeping views over the mountain range, cloud-filled valleys, and, on a clear morning, an unforgettable African sunrise.
After celebrating the summit and taking photos, descend back toward the lower slopes and continue to Old Moses Camp for the night.
The descent is long but satisfying, and by the time you arrive back at camp, you will have completed the most memorable part of the trek.
Enjoy dinner and a well-earned rest after a full day on the mountain.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Transport Distance & Time: Trekking only | Approx. 10–12 hours total trekking and descent
Trekking Distance: Approx. 18–20 km
Accommodation
Old Moses Camp
Day 4
Old Moses Camp to Sirimon Gate – Return to Nairobi
Accommodation
No Accommodations ( End of the tour )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
Rates are Per Person Sharing a Room Except for the Solo who is on Single Supplement
| Month/Season | Solo | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 People |
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| Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $560 | $560 | $560 | $560 | $560 | $560 |