• Mt Kenya, Naromoru-Sirimon Route (4 Hiking Days)

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Stunning views!

The Naro Moru to Sirimon route is a classic and beloved trek for adventurous hikers seeking stunning views, varied terrain, and a challenging climb to the summit. The trail starts at the western side and ends at the northwestern side, also known as the drier side of the mountain.

The trail offers gradual ascents, allowing for better acclimatization and breathtaking views of Africa’s second-highest mountain. Enjoy views of Teleki Valley, Mackinders and Liki Valley, Sirimon Gorge, and the snowy peaks

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itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi-Naromoru Gate-Met Camp:
We will leave Nairobi for Naromoru Gate at 7:30 a.m. to have lunch, gear check and briefing from our mountain guides. Later on, we will register at the gate before starting our 9km trek to Met Camp. We will walk on a tarmac road through the tropical forest zone and likely see colobus monkeys and various birds. At the camp, we will have dinner and retire early.

Day 2:Met Camp-Mackinder’s Camp:
After breakfast, we will start our 10km trek to Mackinder's Camp. The hike will start with an initial steep ascent on the tarmac followed by almost vertical bogs on the lower moorland zone. We will have our packed lunch at lunch point before proceeding to a steep rocky terrain down to the iconic Teleki Valley. After that, we cross a wooden bridge and climb steeply to Mackinder's Camp. We will have dinner and sleep early in readiness for the summit push.

Distance:10 km
Elevation gain: 1252 m

Day 3: Mackinder's Camp- Point Lenana- Shiptons- Old Moses Camp:
Summit day! the most demanding part of the hike. We wake up at 2:00 a.m., pack our bags, have breakfast, and start the 4 km trek to the summit at 2:30 a.m. An early ascent guarantees us stunning views of the sunrise at dawn from the summit. After a successful summit, we trek down to Shipton’s Camp. We shall have brunch and embark on a 14km journey to Old Moses Camp, where we will spend our last night. We will enjoy breathtaking views of Liki and Mackinder's Valley and many streams on the way.

Distance:21 km
Elevation gain: 685 m

Day 4: Old Moses Camp- Nairobi:
SOn the final day on the mountain, we will have breakfast and pack our bags. We will have an award ceremony and speeches from the entire crew. Afterward, we will leave for Nairobi with a sense of accomplishment and memories made for summiting the tallest mountain in Kenya.