The adventure
Climb Naro Moru, descend Sirimon, and experience the beauty of Point Lenana. Get Your Technical Climb Plan Mount Kenya Climb Naro-Moru – Sirimon Route 4 Days Starting in Naro Moru town, the first part of the route takes you along a gravel road through farmlands for some 13km to the start of the forest. Another 5km brings you to the park entry gate (2400m), from where it’s 8km to the road-head, and the Met Station Hut(3000m), where you stay for the night and acclimatize. The route is not particularly scenic but has some of the best tourist accommodations. Most climbers begin at the park gate, although it is possible to drive a vehicle as far as the Met station (3050 meters). Among the challenges in this route include the vertical bog and the extremely steep trail on looses gravel while going up. 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 – Naro Moru Gate – Met Station (3,000m)
After pick up in Nairobi drive to the Naru Moru park gate for lunch. From the gate, we trek up through the magnificent montane forest, bamboo, and giant heather zone before reaching the high altitude moorland and our first cabins( Met Station) for dinner and overnight. Distance: 10km Duration: 3–4 hours Altitude: 3,000m
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Day 2
Met Station – Mackinders Camp (4,200m)
A short walk into Teleki Valley to the end of the forest line from where you hike across the marshy vertical bog of the lower moorlands. Picnic lunch at the Picnic Rocks before continuing further to Mackinders camp, gaining 1300m in altitude in about 5 hours. Dinner and overnight - Mackinders camp (4300m). Distance: ~10km Duration: 5–6 hours
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Day 3
Mackinders Camp – Point Lenana – Old Moses Camp (Sirimon Side)
Leave at 0300 hrs for predawn summit attempt, trekking for 3-4 hours across bare rock and scree slopes characteristic of the alpine region up to Pt. Lenana (4985m), the hiker's summit, arriving in time to catch the African sunrise. Later descend to Shipton's camp (Sirimon route) for breakfast. After breakfast, begin a 5-hour descent via Mackinder`s valley to the Old Moses camp (3,300m). 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. After the summit: Descend to Shipto
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Day 4
Old Moses Camp – Sirimon Gate – Nairobi
After breakfast, descend through rainforest to Sirimon Gate. Transfer back to Nairobi via Nanyuki. Distance: 9km Duration: 2–3 hours
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.
