Point Lenana Alpine Trek via Sirimon Route

Difficulty

Moderate

Comfort

Basic

Group size

1-8 tourists,
over 12 y.o.

Join us on the most scenic ascent of Mount Kenya via the Sirimon–Chogoria Trek. Starting on the mountain’s dry and picturesque northwest side, this route offers superb trekking through lush forest, rolling heathland, and the breathtaking Mackinders Valley. Spend days exploring alpine lakes, acclimatizing among stunning peaks, and climbing toward the iconic Point Lenana for an unforgettable sunrise. Descend through the dramatic Chogoria side, famed for its sweeping views and unique landscapes. With excellent access, quality mountain huts, and a perfect blend of challenge and beauty, this 5-day adventure is the ultimate Mount Kenya experience.

Basecamp Tours

Grace C. is the provider of this trip

The provider speaks: English

We are Tour & Travel company based in Nairobi Kenya offering Nairobi Day Tours & Excursion, Safaris, Nairobi Airport Transfers, Multi-day & Extended Tours, Mount Kenya & Kilimanjaro Climbing, Volunteer & Internships Programs.

Tour highlights

Sunrise Summit at Point Lenana

Reach one of Africa’s most iconic viewpoints for a spectacular dawn over Mount Kenya’s peaks

Scenic Sirimon Approach

Enjoy one of the mountain’s most beautiful and dry routes, with forest, heathland and wide ridge views

Mackinders Valley and Alpine Lakes

Trek through dramatic high-altitude landscapes and explore the stunning Hauseberg and Nanyuki tarns

Route details

Depart from Nairobi at 7:30 AM for Nanyuki town, which will take approximately 4 hours for lunch.

Afterward, head to Sirimon Gate, a journey of 1 hour to an elevation of 2440m. Once at the gate, follow the path as it ascends through the forest, transitioning into heath land after roughly 3 hours.

About 3½ hours after leaving the gate, the trail turns right towards Judmaier Camp, located at 3300m, where you will have dinner and spend the night, including lunch and dinner.

Difficulty

Moderate

Does not require physical training but involves moderate physical activity

Accommodation

Comfort

Basic

Camp Site

4 nights

Tickets to group meeting place

Group meeting place

Nairobi

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Weather during the tour

Weather conditions along the route

You will get a weather forecast for this tour’s route based on

the forecasts for this season
the statistics from previous years’ trips

Conditions

Included

guarantee price/guarantee trek on confirmation;
transfer to and from the base of the mountain;
full board accommodation whilst on the trek;
meal plan as detailed: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner;
accommodations in camps/huts as per the itinerary;
all park entrance fees to include government taxes;
service of an English speaking professional guide, porters and skilled cook;
start and finish Nairobi;
treated water on the trek;
on completion, successful climb Certificate.

Extras

laundry, tips, sleeping bags, drinks, accommodation before the trek and climbing gears;
international flights;
Visas to Kenya;
items of personal nature;
any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary.

It's important to know

In case of booking cancellation the next policy applies. Tourists will receive a full amount they paid for the reservation in case they cancel more than 35 days in advance of the tour start date. In the event of cancellation within the period of 34 to 16 days before the tour start date - they are entitled to receive 50% of the booking amount. Cancelations made within 15 days before the tour starts will not be entitled to a refund.