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The Sirimon–Naro Moru with Peak Circuit Route offers one of the most exciting and diverse trekking experiences on Mount Kenya (5,199 m). This route perfectly blends the gentle, scenic ascent of the Sirimon Route, the adventurous summit circuit trail, and the iconic descent through Naro Moru — creating a full, all-round exploration of Africa’s second-highest mountain.
This combination route is ideal for trekkers who want to see more of Mount Kenya and experience contrasting landscapes — from lush montane forests to alpine moorlands and rugged summit terrain.
The Sirimon Route is known for its gradual climb and spectacular views, making it excellent for acclimatization. The Peak Circuit Trail circles the high peaks — Batian, Nelion, and Lenana — offering panoramic scenery and close encounters with the mountain’s most dramatic features. Finally, the Naro Moru descent provides a faster, more direct way down the mountain, passing through the famous Vertical Bog and the stunning Teleki Valley.
🌿 Route Highlights
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🌳 Sirimon Forest & Moorlands: Start your journey through bamboo forests and giant heather, spotting wildlife like bushbuck and colobus monkeys.
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🏕️ Old Moses & Shipton’s Camps: Acclimatize gradually as you enjoy panoramic views of the mountain and surrounding plains.
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🧗♂️ Peak Circuit Trail: A breathtaking high-altitude traverse around the mountain’s main peaks — offering rare perspectives of glaciers, cliffs, and alpine lakes.
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❄️ Point Lenana Summit (4,985 m): Reach the trekking summit at dawn and watch the sun rise over the jagged peaks of Batian and Nelion, with possible views of Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance.
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🪻 Naro Moru Descent: Descend through the Teleki Valley’s surreal landscapes and experience the challenge of the Vertical Bog before reaching the forest zone.
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Itineraries
Day 1
Nairobi – Nanyuki
Leave Nairobi at 8 am to Nanyuki town for lunch, taking about 4 hours. Proceed to Sirimon Gate, 1 hr, 2440m. From the gate follow the track as it winds uphill though the forest to Judmaier Camp, 3300m for dinner and overnight.
- Sirimon to Judmaier Camp (Old Moses Camp)
- 9km, 860m ascent
Day 2
Liki Camp
After climbing through the rain forest to 3993m. You will spend the night at Liki Camp north.
- Old Moses | Liki North Camp
- 10km, 3hrs, 3900m
Day 3
Shipton’s Camp
The trail proceeds to Shipton’s camp where we will rest in order to acclimatize overnight.
- Liki North Camp | Shipton’s Camp.
- 5km, 2hrs, 4000m
Day 4
Mackinders Camp
From Shipton’s camp the trail leads to kami hut below the north face of Batian. Continuing southwest the trails climbs up switchbacks in the fine snow before reaching Hausberg – 4590m. You will descend into the upper Hausberg valley and rest at the aptly named Oblong and Hausberg tarns. Ascending to the crest of a ridge known as Arthur’s seat. You will see the trail winding along a beautiful series of rock ledges. You will descend to Shipton’s camp for the night.
- Shipton Camp | Mackinders Camp.
- 7km, 3hrs, 4200m
Day 5
Point Lenana
An early 2.00 am start for an attempt to reach point Lenana before descending to Mackinder’s camp for breakfast then on to Met Station for dinner and overnight.
- Mackinders Camp | Point Lenana.
- 7km, 4hrs | Met Station, 23km, 7hrs
Day 6
Descend and Departure
Descend to Naromoru park gate and transfer to Nairobi.
- Met Station | Naromoru Gate, 9km, 3hrs| Nairobi
- Transfer to and from the base of the mountain.
- Full board accommodation whilst on the trek.
- Accommodations in camps/huts.
- All park entrance fees to include government taxes.
- Professional guide, porters and skilled cooks.
- Laundry, sleeping bags, beverages/Drinks, accommodation before the trek and climbing gears
- Items of personal nature
- Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary
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