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The Sirimon Track is one of the finest approaches to the peak area. It offers some of the best views of the main peaks, with a gradual climb which can be done at a leisurely pace. We traverse the mountain by ascending the Sirimon Track.
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The Sirimon Track is one of the finest approaches to the peak area. It offers some of the best views of the main peaks, with a gradual climb which can be done at a leisurely pace. We traverse the mountain by ascending the Sirimon Track.
Day 1
Morning spent sorting and organizing equipment for the mountain trek and be driven to the Sirimon gate. An easy 3 hrs walk through equatorial forest to Judmaier’s Camp (3,300m) for overnight in the high
altitude mountain tents.
Day 2
Ascend the Sirimon Track to Likii North Valley and camp overnight in this beautiful little valley below the subsidiary peaks of Teleki and Sendeyo, two ancient parasitic vents of the main peaks, overnight at Likii North camp in tents (3990m) – Full board.
Day 3
Climb out of the North Valley and into the Mackinders Valley, one of the broadest valleys on the
mountain, with many giant groundsels. Camp at the head of the Mackinder’s Valley, just below the main peaks of Batian and Nelion (4,300m) – Full board.
Day 4
Alpine ascent to the highest peak, Pt. Lenana (4985m). En route up the north face little used by tourists. Four hours of stiff walking to the summit. Then descend to Teleki Valley on the opposite side of the main peaks, to Mackinder’s Camp for a good night rest (4150m) – Full board.
Day 5
Descend to the Met Station (road head) on the Naro Moru Track and back to Naro Moru River Lodge
