3 Day Mount Kenya Trek

3 Days Mount Kenya Hiking Tour via Sirimon Route

This 3-day Mount Kenya hiking itinerary is perfect for adventurous travelers looking for a short yet rewarding trek on Africa’s second-highest mountain. The Sirimon Route is the most popular choice for a 3-day hike, as it offers gradual acclimatization, breathtaking alpine scenery, and excellent opportunities to reach Point Lenana (4,985m).

Please note that this adventure requires a good level of energy and is one of our least booked Mount Kenya hiking tours. We recommend reviewing our Mount Kenya hiking guide for a thorough understanding before embarking on your journey.

For a hiking adventure ideal for first-timers, the 4-Day Mt Kenya hike or the 5-Day Mt Kenya hike would be the best choice for you.

3 Day Mount Kenya Hiking Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi – Nanyuki – Old Moses Camp (3,300m)

Depart Nairobi early in the morning and drive through the central highlands to Nanyuki, the gateway town to Mount Kenya National Park. After registration at Sirimon Gate (2,650m), begin your hike through montane forest, bamboo zones, and giant heather vegetation.

The trail is gentle and perfect for acclimatization. Enjoy views of Mount Kenya’s peaks and occasional sightings of colobus monkeys and mountain birds.

Hiking time: 3–4 hours
Distance: 9 km
Overnight: Old Moses / Judmaier Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

Day 2: Old Moses Camp – Shipton’s Camp (4,200m)

After breakfast, continue trekking across the dramatic Mackinder Valley, surrounded by giant lobelias, groundsels, and rugged alpine landscapes. The scenery becomes increasingly spectacular as the main peaks of Batian, Nelion, and Lenana come into view.

Arrive at Shipton’s Camp in the afternoon, where you’ll rest, acclimatize, and prepare for the summit attempt.

Hiking time: 6–7 hours
Distance: 14 km
Overnight: Shipton’s Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3: Point Lenana Summit (4,985m) – Sirimon Gate – Nairobi

Wake up around 2:30 AM for the summit push. The climb to Point Lenana takes 3–4 hours and is timed to reach the summit at sunrise. Watching the sun illuminate the peaks of Mount Kenya and the surrounding plains is the highlight of the trek.

After celebrating at the summit, descend back to Shipton’s Camp for breakfast, then continue down to Old Moses Camp and finally Sirimon Gate, where your vehicle will be waiting for the return journey to Nairobi.

Hiking time: 9–11 hours total
Distance: 23 km
Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

If you are looking for a safari that you can add or compliment with your 3 Day Mt Kenya trek then you can refer to our Kenya Safari packages for more insghts.