Day 1: Sirimon Gate & Old Moses Camp

Pick up at the mall and drive to Sirimon Gate to meet your team and enjoy a hot lunch. Hike 9 km from 2,650m to 3,300m through Sirimon Gorge, tropical forests, and giant bamboo. End the day at Old Moses Camp for hot soup and dinner (overnight).

Day 2: Shipton’s Camp

After breakfast, trek 7–8 hours to Shipton’s Camp (4,200m). Ascend ~900m through the Mackinder Valley, surrounded by giant lobelia and groundsel. Overnight at Shipton’s Hut beneath glaciers and jagged peaks.

Day 3: Acclimatization at Shipton’s Camp

Spend the day acclimatizing around Shipton’s Camp and Nanyuki Tarn. Explore nearby landscapes and enjoy the serene alpine environment to prepare for the summit.

Day 4: Lenana Peak & Mintos Camp

Begin a 3am ascent up a steep stony quarry to reach Point Lenana at 6:30am for sunrise. Descend to Mintos Camp for breakfast, then continue down to the roadhead (3-hour trek) with views of Lake Ellis, Mugi Hills, Ithangune, and Rutundu. Visit Nithi Falls and have lunch. Transfer to Chogoria Anabas for hot showers and a celebration.

Day 5: Forest Walk & Departure

Start late morning, check out from Chogoria, and enjoy a 5 km forest walk through giant bamboo. Connect by Jeep to Chogoria town and onward to Nairobi. Say goodbye to your team! End of trip.