The adventure
Ascend through the direct Naro Moru route and descend via the scenic sirimon trail, reaching Point Lenana with breathtaking views along the way. Get Your Technical Climb Plan Mount Kenya Climbing Naro-Moru – Sirimon Route 4 Days – Point Lenana (4,985m) This 4 Days Mount Kenya climbing package via the Naro Moru route up and Sirimon route down is designed for climbers looking for a fast, direct ascent with a smoother and more scenic descent. Mount Kenya, located in Mount Kenya National Park, is the second highest mountain in Africa (5,199m) and one of the most popular trekking destinations due to its diverse landscapes and accessible trekking peak, Point Lenana (4,985m) The Naro Moru route is the fastest and most direct route to the summit, while the Sirimon route provides a more gradual and enjoyable descent, making this combination one of the most practical Mount Kenya climbing packages If you want speed + efficiency + a better descent experience, this is the route.
Highlights
- Summit Point Lenana (4,985m) – the highest trekking peak
- Fast ascent via the Naro Moru route
- Experience the famous Vertical Bog section
- Trek through forest, moorland, and alpine zones
- Descend via the Sirimon route for a smoother experience
- Explore diverse landscapes within Mount Kenya National Park
Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1
Nairobi -narumoro met station camp(3000m)
Start at 8am for transfer to narumoro gate via narumoro town. Lunch at the gate before we start hiking. Begin tracking through rainforest and Bamboo zone to met station camp...10km,3to 4 hours.dinner and overnight at the camp.
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Day 2
Met station-mackinders camp (4200m)
After breakfast treck through moorland and vertical bog into teleki valley with scinic view of the peaks.(5 to 6hours) to mackinders camp for dinner and overnight. Day 3 Mackinders camp -point lenana(4985m)_ Shipton camp(4200m)- old Moses camp (3300m) Early morning attempt to the summit (point lenana) via Austrian hut for African sunrise at 6-630am. After sunrise and photos descend down to Shipton hut for breakfast.after breakfast and breathe taking we descend further down along mackinders valley,likii valley, moorland and dramatic land scape.lunch dinner at the camp.
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Day 4
Old Moses-nairobi
After breakfast, walk down for 9km along equitorial rainforest . crossing Equitor line to the north on our exit gate. Lunch at Nanyuki town before connection for transfer to Nairobi.
What's included & excluded
Included
- Professional Mount Kenya guides
- Porters and cook
- Park entry fees for Mount Kenya National Park
- Meals during the trek
- Transport from Nairobi
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Tips
- Personal gear
- Visas
Difficulty & fitness level
Moderate to Challenging
Challenging. You should be comfortable trekking 6–8 hours a day for several days at altitude. Train for 2–3 months beforehand.
Best season
January–March & July–October
Frequently asked questions
Is the Naro Moru route the fastest route?
Yes. It is the quickest and most direct route to Point Lenana
How difficult is this Mount Kenya climb?
Moderate to challenging due to steep ascent and altitude.
Can beginners do this route?
Not recommended unless very fit.
Why descend via Sirimon route?
The Sirimon route is more gradual and scenic, making descent easier.
July to October Do I need technical climbing skills?
No. Point Lenana is a trekking peak and does not require technical climbing.
