Trekkers who want the Sirimon-side summit but with more solitude on the approach.
Timau Route
A long northern approach with sweeping views of the Laikipia plateau. Rarely crowded.
- Duration
- 5-6 days
- Summit
- 4,985 m
- Gate
- Timau Gate
- Group
- 2-12 people
Day-by-day
Route itinerary
- Day 1 ·
Timau Gate→Camp 1
11 km+800 m5–6 hrsSleep: 3,100 mEnter at Timau Gate (2,300 m). Long approach through forest and open heathland. Camp 1 around 3,100 m.
- Day 2 ·
Camp 1→Old Moses Camp
10 km+800 m5–6 hrsSleep: 3,300 mContinue climbing to join the Sirimon network at Old Moses Camp (3,300 m).
- Day 3 ·
Old Moses Camp→Shipton's Camp
12 km+900 m5–6 hrsSleep: 4,200 mTraverse to Shipton's Camp (4,200 m) through moorland.
- Day 4 ·
Shipton's Camp→Point Lenana → Old Moses Camp
18 km+785 m-1685 m8–10 hrsSleep: 3,300 mPre-dawn summit push to Point Lenana (4,985 m), then descend to Old Moses Camp.
- Day 5 ·
Old Moses Camp→Timau Gate
21 km-1000 m6–8 hrsLong descent back via Camp 1 to the Timau Gate.
Is the Timau Route right for you?
Why choose this route
- +Rarely crowded — one of the least-used established routes
- +Excellent Laikipia plateau views on the approach
- +Links with Sirimon network for flexible exit options
Limitations to consider
- -Long approach sections with less shelter than Sirimon
- -Less established camping infrastructure on the lower sections
Not sure which route fits your experience and timeline?
Read our route comparison guideAll-inclusive
Packages & pricing
Timau Route - 6 Days All-Inclusive
6 days all-inclusive
Price per person (USD)
Solo
$1150
per person
2 people
$900
per person
4 people
$780
per person
6 people
$700
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