Five Days Sirimon Trek

Day 1: Sirimon Gate to Jud Maier’s Camp

• Morning: Gather and organize equipment for the trek.
• Afternoon: Drive to Sirimon Gate. Enjoy a leisurely 3-hour walk through the equatorial forest to Jud Maier’s Camp (3,300 meters) for overnight in high-altitude tents.

Day 2: Jud Maier’s Camp to Likii North Valley

• Morning: Ascend the Sirimon Track to Likii North Valley.
• Afternoon: Camp overnight in this beautiful valley below the subsidiary peaks of Teleki and Sendeyo.
• Overnight: Likii North Camp (3,990 meters) – Full board.

Day 3: Likii North Valley to Mackinders Valley

• Morning: Climb out of the North Valley and into Mackinders Valley.
• Afternoon: Camp at the head of Mackinders Valley, just below the main peaks of Batian and Nelion (4,300 meters).
• Overnight: Mackinders Valley – Full board.

Day 4: Mackinders Valley to Teleki Valley

• Morning: Make an alpine ascent to the highest peak, Point Lenana (4,985 meters).
• Afternoon: Descend to Teleki Valley on the opposite side of the main peaks and return to Mackinders Camp for a restful night.
• Overnight: Mackinders Camp – Full board.

Day 5: Mackinders Camp to Nairobi

• Morning: Descend to the Met Station (road head) on the Naro Moru Track.
• Afternoon: Drive back to Nairobi.

Essential Trekking Gear

• Waterproof rucksack with day pack
• Sleeping bag (rated for at least 3 seasons)
• Roll mats and insulation pads
• Comfortable hiking boots, light walking shoes, and sandals
• Gaiters (useful in snowy conditions)
• Wooden walking stick or ski pole
• Sunglasses or snow goggles, sun hat, balaclava or woolen hat
• Warm scarf, gloves, mittens, and thermal underwear
• Sweaters, anorak or raincoat, waterproof pants, jackets, t-shirts, and multiple pairs of socks  
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• Long-sleeved shirt with collar, small towel, toiletries, and toilet paper
• Sunscreen and lip salve
• First aid kit and insect repellent
• Flashlight (head-mounted preferable) with spare batteries  
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• Water bottle
• Whistle and plastic bags

Price Includes

• Transport from Nairobi and back
• Park fees
• All meals while trekking
• Guides
• Cooks
• Porters
• Accommodation in mountain bandas
• Drinking water