Chogoria Route — 5 Days

Overview

The most beautiful route on Mount Kenya. Chogoria ascends the dramatic eastern flank past the Gorges Valley, tarns and sheer cliffs, then descends via Sirimon for a scenic traverse — the choice for photographers and those who want the full wilderness experience.

Trip highlights

• ✓ Widely regarded as the most scenic route
• ✓ Gorges Valley, Hall Tarns & the Temple
• ✓ Traverse ascent — up Chogoria, down Sirimon
• ✓ Extra acclimatisation day for higher success

Day-by-day itinerary

1. Day 1
   Nairobi → Chogoria Gate → Roadhead Camp
   Drive to Chogoria town and up the forest track to the roadhead camp. Short walk to settle in.
2. Day 2
   Roadhead → Minto's Camp
   Trek past waterfalls and into the moorland to Minto's Camp at 4,300m near Hall Tarns. Acclimatisation walk in the afternoon.
3. Day 3
   Minto's → Austrian Hut / Summit Camp
   Cross the Gorges Valley with views of the Temple, climb to Austrian Hut at 4,790m. 5–6 hours walking.
4. Day 4
   Summit Point Lenana → descend to Shipton's Camp
   Pre-dawn summit of Point Lenana, then traverse across the summit area and descend via Simba Tarn to Shipton's Camp on the Sirimon side.
5. Day 5
   Shipton's → Sirimon Gate → Nairobi
   Descend through moorland and forest to Sirimon Gate and transfer to Nairobi.

What's included & excluded