Sirimon–Naro Moru Traverse
Gradual northern ascent via Sirimon and Likii North, summit Point Lenana in the pre-dawn hours, then descend rapidly via the Naro Moru corridor.
- Duration
- 5 days
- Summit
- 4,985 m
- Gate
- Sirimon Gate (ascent) · Naro Moru Gate (descent)
- Group
- 2-12 people
Day-by-day
Route itinerary
- Day 1 ·
Sirimon Gate→Old Moses Camp
9 km+550 m3–4 hrsSleep: 3,200 mEarly morning pickup from Nanyuki, enter Sirimon Gate (2,650 m) and trek through tropical woodland and open heath to Old Moses Camp (3,200 m).
- Day 2 ·
Old Moses Camp→Likii North Hut
10 km+400 m4–5 hrsSleep: 3,600 mMoorland traverse with open valley views. Acclimatisation walk included. Likii North Hut sits at 3,600 m with clear sight lines to the peaks.
- Day 3 ·
Likii North Hut→Shipton's Camp
10 km+600 m5–6 hrsSleep: 4,200 mSteep climb through giant groundsel and senecio to Shipton's Camp (4,200 m). Afternoon optional hike towards Kami Hut for further acclimatisation.
- Day 4 ·
Shipton's Camp→Point Lenana → Met Station
15 km+785 m-1935 m8–10 hrsSleep: 3,050 mPre-dawn start (02:30) for the summit. Scree and rock scramble to Point Lenana (4,985 m). Sunrise panorama then descend west via the American Camp track, crossing the vertical bog, to the Meteorological Station (3,050 m).
- Day 5 ·
Met Station→Naro Moru Gate
9 km-400 m2–3 hrsFinal descent through bamboo forest to Naro Moru Gate (2,650 m). Transfer to Nanyuki or Nairobi.
Is the Sirimon–Naro Moru Traverse right for you?
Why choose this route
- +Gentle Sirimon acclimatisation before the steeper Naro Moru descent
- +Combines the best climbing conditions of two different sides
- +No backtracking — straight traverse across the mountain
- +Suitable for fit trekkers who want a shorter overall itinerary
Limitations to consider
- -Naro Moru descent includes the 'vertical bog' — demanding in wet conditions
- -Vehicle transfer needed between Sirimon and Naro Moru gates
- -Naro Moru side is less scenic on descent
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Packages & pricing
Sirimon–Naro Moru Traverse - 5 Days All-Inclusive
5 days all-inclusive
Price per person (USD)
Solo
$1100
per person
2 people
$880
per person
4 people
$760
per person
6 people
$690
per person
Larger groups pay less per person. Contact us for groups of 8+.
What's included
- KWS national park fees
- Camping fees (all nights)
- KWS-licensed lead guide
- Porter service (up to 15 kg per trekker)
- All meals on the mountain (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Camping equipment (tent, sleeping mat, dining tent)
- Cook and camp crew
- Transport from Nanyuki to gate and return
- First aid kit and basic altitude medication
- Trekking completion certificate
Not included
- International flights
- Travel insurance (mandatory - must be arranged before travel)
- Kenya entry visa
- Personal trekking gear (sleeping bag, boots, trekking poles)
- Gratuities for guide and porters
- Personal snacks, drinks, and extras
- Accommodation in Nanyuki before/after the trek