Plentiful Adventures

Conquer Mount Kenya - Sirimon Route

DESTINATION

Mount Kenya

DURATION

6 Days

PRICE

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$ 1190 Per Person

Scenic Chogoria Route via Lake Ellis

This six-day trek follows the scenic Chogoria Route, offering breathtaking landscapes, lush forests, and stunning alpine lakes. Highlights include Lake Ellis, Lake Michaelson, and a spectacular sunrise summit at Point Lenana (4,985m).

Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi to Chogoria Town (2,000m)

  • Activities: Depart Nairobi at 8:00 AM and drive north to Chogoria Town. Enjoy lunch and an afternoon acclimatization walk.
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Chogoria Transit Motel.

Day 2: Chogoria Town to Lake Ellis (3,400m)

  • Elevation Gain: 1,400m
  • Distance: 10 km
  • Trekking Time: 4–5 hours
  • Activities: Transfer by 4×4 vehicle to the forest clearance point. Begin trekking through the lush montane forest and giant heather, reaching the serene Lake Ellis for an overnight stay. Enjoy the scenic views and optional short hikes around the lake.
  • Accommodation: Camping at Lake Ellis.

Day 3: Lake Ellis to Mintos Hut (4,200m) via Lake Michaelson

  • Elevation Gain: 800m
  • Distance: 12 km
  • Trekking Time: 5–6 hours
  • Activities: Ascend along a scenic ridge with breathtaking views of Lake Michaelson from above. Trek across high-altitude moorlands, reaching Mintos Hut, where you can enjoy panoramic views of the Gorges Valley.
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Mintos Hut.

Day 4: Mintos Hut to Austrian Hut (4,790m)

  • Elevation Gain: 590m
  • Distance: 8 km
  • Trekking Time: 4–5 hours
  • Activities: Trek along rocky alpine terrain, passing the dramatic Temple Rock and heading towards Austrian Hut, the base for the summit attempt. Rest and prepare for the early morning climb.
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Austrian Hut.

Day 5: Austrian Hut to Point Lenana (4,985m) to Met Station (3,000m)

  • Elevation Gain: 195m to Point Lenana
  • Elevation Loss: 1,985m descending to Met Station
  • Distance: 20 km
  • Trekking Time: 10–11 hours
  • Activities: Start the summit push at 2:00 AM, reaching Point Lenana by sunrise for spectacular views. Descend via Mackinders Camp for breakfast, then continue through the Naro Moru Route to Met Station.
  • Accommodation: Overnight at Met Station.

Day 6: Met Station to Naro Moru Gate to Nairobi

  • Elevation Loss: 400m
  • Distance: 9 km
  • Trekking Time: 3 hours
  • Activities: After breakfast, descend through the rainforest to Naro Moru Gate (2,600m). Transfer back to Nairobi, arriving by mid-afternoon.

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