Choosing and booking this 4-day Mount Kenya Hiking Tour is a great way to test your fitness and explore Kenya’s natural beauty. The hike follows the Sirimon Route to Point Lenana, the third-highest peak on Mount Kenya at 4,985 meters above sea level.
This tour is perfect for hiking lovers who enjoy long treks and challenging climbs. Along the way, you will see rare alpine plants such as giant lobelias and groundsels, as well as scenic valleys, rivers, and different vegetation zones.
Trip Highlights
- Hike to Point Lenana, the third-highest peak of Mount Kenya
- Follow the scenic Sirimon Route through forests and moorlands
- Spot wildlife such as vervet monkeys, duikers, and mountain birds
- Experience beautiful sunrises and panoramic mountain views
- Enjoy overnight stays at Old Moses and Shipton’s camps
- Travel with an experienced mountain guide and porter team
Mount Kenya Hiking Tour Highlights
- Day 1: Nairobi to Sirimon Gate and hike to Old Moses Camp
- Day 2: Hike to Shipton’s Hut
- Day 3: Hike to Point Lenana and descend to Old Moses Camp
- Day 4: Descend to Sirimon Gate and transfer back to Nairobi
Detailed 4-Day Mount Kenya Hiking Tour Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi to Sirimon Gate and Hike to Old Moses Camp
You will be picked up from your hotel or the airport in Nairobi and transferred to Sirimon Gate on Mount Kenya, a journey of about 4 hours through Nanyuki town. On arrival, complete registration, meet your guide and porters, and prepare your gear for the hike.
Begin trekking through the forest zone filled with birds and animals such as vervet monkeys and duikers. Continue hiking until you reach Old Moses Camp at 3,300 meters, where you will have dinner and spend the night.
Day 2: Hike to Shipton’s Hut
After breakfast, continue uphill and cross the Ontulili River as you move into the moorland zone. Enjoy views of Mackinder’s Valley and take photos during short breaks along the way. The hike will take about 6 to 7 hours with time for a picnic lunch and rest stops. Arrive at Shipton’s Hut, where you will have dinner and spend the night.
Day 3: Hike to Point Lenana and Descend to Old Moses Camp
Wake up around 3:00 a.m. and start your final ascent toward Point Lenana, reaching the summit around 6:30 a.m. Enjoy the sunrise and take photos before beginning your descent.
Return to Shipton’s Hut for lunch, then continue descending to Old Moses Camp, where you will have dinner and spend your last night on the mountain.
Day 4: Descend to Sirimon Gate and Transfer Back to Nairobi
After breakfast, descend back to Sirimon Gate for debriefing and to return the hired equipment. Say goodbye to your trekking crew and meet your driver for the transfer back to Nairobi. The tour ends upon arrival in the city, where you can catch your flight or continue your journey.