Kenya · 5 days · Budget
5 Days Mount Kenya - Sirimon to Sirimon Route
An up-and-down climb of Mount Kenya on the Sirimon route, with a night in Nanyuki to acclimatise before walking and a sunrise ascent of Point Lenana.
- Duration
- 5 days · 4 nights
- Countries
- Kenya
- Starts
- Nairobi
- Ends
- Nairobi
- Tier
- Budget
- Format
- Guided climb
01 / Overview
The journey in brief.
An up-and-down climb of Mount Kenya on the Sirimon route, with a night in Nanyuki to acclimatise before walking and a sunrise ascent of Point Lenana.
This 5-day budget itinerary starts in Nairobi and ends in Nairobi. Accommodation: Mountain hut/camp.
- Ideal for
- First high-altitude treks · Walkers wanting a gentler start
- Safari style
- Budget · Climbing & Trekking
Destination guides: Mount Kenya
Route
Nairobi
Start
Nanyuki
Stop 1
Old Moses Camp
Stop 2
Shipton's Camp
Stop 3
Point Lenana
Stop 4
Nanyuki
Stop 5
Nairobi
Finish
02 / Highlights
What stays with you.
- 01
Gentle acclimatisation night in Nanyuki
- 02
Moorland and the Mackinder Valley
- 03
Sunrise on Point Lenana, 4,985 m
- 04
Start and finish in Nairobi
03 / Day by day
Travel it day by day.
5 days · driving times are approximate
Day 1 · Approx. 4 hours by road
Nairobi to Nanyuki
Depart Nairobi in shared transport for the Mount Kenya region, arriving in Nanyuki in the late afternoon. The evening is free to rest and acclimatise.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Overnight
- Mount Kenya — Overnight at a hotel
Day 2 · Approx. 3–4 hours walking · 9 km · 860 m ascent
Nanyuki to Old Moses Camp
After breakfast, transfer to the Sirimon Gate (2,440 m). The track climbs through forest into heathland to Old Moses Camp (3,300 m).
- Meals
- Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
- Overnight
- Old Moses Camp
Day 3 · Approx. 6–7 hours walking · 14 km · 900 m ascent
Old Moses Camp to Shipton's Camp
Cross the Ontulili River and the moorland of Liki North before climbing into the Mackinder Valley, with the main peaks ahead, to Shipton's Camp (4,200 m).
- Meals
- Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
- Overnight
- Shipton's Camp
Day 4 · Long day · approx. 785 m ascent then descent
Summit Point Lenana and descend to Old Moses
Leave at about 3:00 am to reach Point Lenana around sunrise. Return to Shipton's for breakfast and continue down to Old Moses Camp for the night.
- Meals
- Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner
- Overnight
- Old Moses Camp
Day 5 · Approx. 2 hours walking, then road transfer
Old Moses to Nanyuki and Nairobi
Walk down for about two hours to the park gate and transfer to Nanyuki to connect with shared transport back to Nairobi.
- Meals
- Breakfast
- Overnight
- End of safari
04 / Where you stay
Budget camps and hotels.
Named properties are the budget stays we use on this route. Where the itinerary says “overnight at the camp/lodge”, your quotation confirms the exact stay.
- Mount Kenya1 night
Overnight at a hotel
- On the mountain1 night
Old Moses Camp
- On the mountain1 night
Shipton's Camp
- On the mountain1 night
Old Moses Camp
Quick planning facts
- Duration
- 5 days · 4 nights
- Countries
- Kenya
- Starts
- Nairobi
- Ends
- Nairobi
- Tier
- Budget
- Format
- Guided climb
- Accommodation
- Mountain hut/camp
- Best for
- First high-altitude treks · Walkers wanting a gentler start
05 / What’s included
Clear from the start.
Included
- Shared transport between Nairobi and Nanyuki, and transfers to and from the gate
- One night in a Nanyuki hotel and mountain huts as listed
- Full board on the mountain as listed day by day
- Mount Kenya National Park fees, including government taxes
- English-speaking mountain guide, porters and cook
- Treated drinking water on the trek
- Summit certificate on successful completion
Not included
- Sleeping bags, laundry, drinks and personal climbing gear
- Tips for your guide, porters and cook
- Items of a personal nature
- International flights, visas and travel insurance
06 / Pricing
Honest, complete pricing.
Prices are per person, in US dollars, for the complete 5-day package — not per day.
| Option | Complete package |
|---|---|
| From, per person | USD 640 |
07 / Good to know
Questions, answered.
Important notes
- Altitude sickness can affect anyone. Your guide may turn back if conditions or your health make continuing unsafe.
- Nights near the summit are below freezing; warm layers are essential.
How much does this safari cost?
From USD 640 pp for the complete 5-day package (per person, complete package). Prices are per person in US dollars. The pricing section lists exactly what is included.
Where does the safari start and finish?
It starts in Nairobi and finishes in Nairobi.
Is this a private or shared climb?
Your climb is supported by a dedicated guide, porters and cook. Joining other climbers on the same dates can reduce costs — ask when you enquire.
What accommodation is used?
The accommodation pattern is: Mountain hut/camp. Each night is listed in the day-by-day itinerary.
Can this itinerary be changed?
Yes. Dates, pace, accommodation level and the order of stops can usually be adjusted. Tell us what you have in mind when you enquire.
How fit do I need to be?
You should be comfortable walking for six to eight hours a day on rough ground for several days in a row. Altitude affects people regardless of fitness, so ask us about adding acclimatisation days.
You may also like
All safarisKenya · 5 days
5 Days Mount Kenya - Sirimon to Chogoria Route
NanyukiSirimon GateOld Moses CampShipton's CampPoint LenanaChogoriaNairobi
Budget · Climbing & Trekking
USD 750 pp
Kenya · 4 days
4 Days Mount Kenya Climb - Naro Moru Route
NairobiNaro Moru GateMet StationMackinder's CampPoint LenanaNairobi
Budget · Climbing & Trekking
USD 600 pp
Top PickKenya · 6 days
6 Days Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Lake Naivasha Budget Safari
NairobiMaasai MaraLake NakuruLake NaivashaNairobi
Budget · Group Joining
From USD 830 ppLow season USD 830 · High season USD 1,030
Ready to make this journey yours?
Tell us your dates, group size and travel style and our Nairobi team will tailor the safari.