Overview
This is a spectacular climb that is gentle and much more scenic than through Naro Moru route and is or the drier side of the mountain which offers some of the finest walking. The route starts from the northwest side of the mountain near Nanyuki, climbing up through forest into a wide ridge approaching to the summit area.
Day 1 - Nairobi – Sirimon Gate (2660m) – Old Moses camp(3300m)
Distance covered: 6 km
Approximate time taken: 3-4 hours
Elevation gain: 680m
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
After picking up in Nairobi, drive to Nanyuki town for lunch crossing the equator enroute to the Sirimon Park gate (2660m). From the gate, trek through magnificent montane forest, bamboo and giant heather zone before reaching the high-altitude moorland and our first hut (Old Moses camp 3300m) for dinner and overnight. This is a gentle trek that takes 3-4hrs, gaining an elevation of 680m.
Day 2 - Old Moses(3300m) to Shipton Camp(4200)
Distance covered: 10 km
Approximate time taken: 6-7 hours
Elevation gain: 900m
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
After breakfast, follow the track uphill, forking left at the junction. After 1 hour from Old Moses Camp, the trail crosses Ontulili River. Head right toward the Moorland and cross Liki North. Continue uphill to Mackinders Valley, from where you'll find panoramic views up the valley toward the main peaks. Dinner and overnight at Shipton Camp at 4200m.
Day 3 - Shiptons – PT. LENANA (4985 m) – Old Moses Camp (3300 m)
Distance covered: 10 km
Approximate time taken: 9 hours
Elevation gain: 1585m
Meal: Breakfast, lunch and dinner included
Leave at 3.00am to reach Pt.Lenana in time for the African sunrise. The climb starts on frozen scree and continues on a roc track with some very minor scrambling. Hike for about three hours up to Pt. Lenana (4985m), All's summit, arriving there in time to watch the African sunrise. Descend to Shipton's camp for breakfast. After breakfast, begin a 5 hour descent via Mackinder Valley to the Old Moses camp (3300m).The descent is gentle and it offers ample time to enjoy fascinating scenery which includes the moorlands before reaching the camp. Dinner and overnight at Old Moses camp
Day 4 - Old Moses Camp (3300 m) to Nairobi
Distance covered: 9 km
Approximate time taken: 2 hours
Meal: Breakfast and lunch included
Descend 2 hours and 9 miles to the forest clearance and catch a 4×4 transfer vehicle to Chogoria Village where you will find your driver waiting to transfer you back to Nairobi. Breakfast and lunch are included.
