Itinerary
- Day 1
Nairobi to Sirimon to Judmaier Camp
You'll head out from Nairobi early morning for a 3 to 4 hour drive to Sirimon Gate, covering about 9km to reach the start of your trek. From there, you're looking at a solid hike that gains 860 meters in elevation over the day. By evening you'll arrive at Judmaier Camp (also called Old Moses Camp), where you'll settle into your mountain accommodation for the night.
- Start point
- Nairobi, Kenya (Main Enterance, 00:00 - 00:00)
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek from Sirimon Gate to Judmaier Camp
- Transfer from Nairobi to Sirimon Gate
Landmarks/POIs Mount Kenya Sirimon Gate 
- Day 2
Judmaier Camp to Shipton Camp
This is a demanding day on the trail. You're trekking from Judmaier Camp to Shipton Camp, which takes 6 to 7 hours and covers 17km with an 900 meter climb. It's a challenging stretch, so pace yourself and bring plenty of water. After reaching Shipton Camp, you'll spend the night in mountain accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek from Judmaier Camp to Shipton Camp
Landmarks/POIs Mount Kenya - Day 3
Shipton Camp
Today you're staying put at Shipton Camp to let your body adjust to the altitude. It's an important day for acclimatization, so you won't be covering distance. Instead, you can explore the immediate area with your guide if you're feeling up to it, or just relax at camp and hydrate well.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Acclimatization at Shipton Camp
Landmarks/POIs Mount Kenya - Day 4
Shipton Camp to Point Lenana to Mount Meru Bandas
This is a long, varied day on the mountain. You'll start at Shipton Camp and trek across Point Lenana on Mount Kenya's main ridge, then begin a significant descent toward Mount Meru Bandas at Chogoria Gate. The whole stage runs 11 to 12 hours and covers 32km with 785 meters of climbing plus substantial downhill sections. You'll finish at Mount Meru Bandas in mountain accommodation.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided trek from Shipton Camp to Point Lenana
- Guided trek from Point Lenana to Mount Meru Bandas
Landmarks/POIs Mount Kenya Point Lenana - Day 5
Mount Meru Bandas to Chogoria to Nairobi
You'll complete the final descent from Mount Meru Bandas, passing through Chogoria Gate as you come down from the mountain. After finishing the trek, a private or shared vehicle will pick you up for the drive back to Nairobi, wrapping up your Mount Kenya trekking adventure.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Guided descent from Mount Meru Bandas to Chogoria Gate
- Transfer from Chogoria to Nairobi
Landmarks/POIs Mount Kenya
