We promised the less travelled path we give you exactly that. The Timau Trail up Lenana Point is special in many ways. It has this fantastic charm as it brings a feeling of solitude and peace into this great mountain trek. It brings to life some of the most beautiful and scenic sites on the mountain; the rain forest, the moorland, the lakes and out of this world volcanic rock formations. It is also your best chance to see wildlife and birdlife at higher altitudes, with an abundance of Zebra, Eland, Daiker, Buffalo if you’re really lucky. Come experience this magical trail with us.
Day 1 - Timau Gate (2700m) to Marania Camp (3200m)
Hours walking: 3hrs
Distance: 9km
Altitude gain: 500m, 1,970 ft
Overnight at Marania Camp (3,200m, 12,470 ft)
We start our journey from Nairobi and from here you'll be driven to the Timau Gate. Your trek begins as soon as you pass through the Timau Gate and set off for the heights of Mount Kenya. You will start off by walking through the beautiful moorlands characterised by patches of bamboo and heather and other locally endemic flora. You will enjoy lunch on the rim of a crater from which you'll likely see some mountain species such as the mountain eland, zebra and even the occasional elephant - all of which are endemic to this area. Later in the afternoon you will arrive at the camp where you can enjoy some splendid panoramic views of this northern Kenya as you relax after your exertions.
Day 2 - Marania Camp (3200m) to Majors Camp(3,800m, 10,500 ft)
Hours walking: 8 hrs
Distance: 14km
Altitude gain: 600m, 1,970 ft
Overnight at Majors Camp (3,800m, 12,470 ft)
It's an early after-breakfast start today, as you continue to trek through the moorlands and continue your ascent through the foothills. As you walk, the peaks of the Mount Kenya massif should be visible ahead, giving you something to focus on. All around there are spectacular views of the surrounding countryside, which is lush and green. You will enjoy a quick lunch besides the Marania Stream before continuing through rolling foothills, which some say resemble the highlands of Scotland. In the afternoon you'll arrive at Major's Camp in time for dinner and your overnight stay.
Arrive in Majors Camp after walking through the rolling hills that make up the Moorland Zone, the camp is set up at the base of the valley near some very dramatic rock faces. Some wildlife have been known to frequent the area, previous guests have had sightings of the rare Serval Cat
Day 3 - Majors Camp to Simba Tarn
Distance: 12km
Hours walking: 8 hrs
Altitude gain: 850m, 2,790 ft
Overnight at Simba Tarn Camp (4,650m, 15,255 ft)
This morning, after a restful night's sleep, we will start the long hike towards the lower Simba Tarn (4600m), meaning that we'll be passing out of the moorland zone and into the alpine. This part of the journey is a unique experience through a fascinating lunar landscape populated with very distinctive and beautiful vegetation and a proliferation of birdlife. Lunch will be enjoyed at the head of the Hobley Valley amidst some of the most bizarre flora on the mountain - the giant lobelias. Later you will arrive at the lower Simba Tarn Camp, where breathtaking views of the Gorges valley and surrounding peaks can be gazed out upon over a cup of tea.
Day 4 - Simba Tarn to Lenana Peak and down to Lake Ellis Camp
Distance: 18km
Hours walking: 12hrs
Altitude gain: 335m, 1,100 ft
As indicated we start very early at 3.00am aiming for the 3rd highest point in Kenya, it is the reason we are here. After an early light breakfast, we begin on a quite steep incline on a bare rocky trail to the summit (4985m) where we will watch the sun rise over the mountain and ridges. Once again breathtaking views of the lofty peaks are on full display as the valleys below are slowly illuminated by the sun’s rays.
After celebrations at the top, we start down to Shipton Camp (4200m) in 1.5hrs hours for our second breakfast then precede further down to Lake Ellis Camp (3450m). We spend the evening enjoying the beauty of this excellent spot.
Day 5 –Lake Ellis Camp to Chogoria Gate
Distance; 11km
Hours walking; 3hours
Altitude loss; 700m
This morning after breakfast it's an easy two hour walk down through the forest to Chogoria Gate where we are picked up by your vehicle and drive to Nairobi.
Trek Cost:
Citizens KES 52,500 Residents 52,500 and Non Residents USD 900
Included in the price:
Guarantee price/guarantee trek on confirmation
Transfer to and from the base of the mountain
Full board accommodation whilst on the trek.
Meal plan as detailed: B=Breakfast, L=Lunch and D=Dinner
Accommodations in tents- 2 per tent
All entrance fees to include government taxes
Services of a professional guide, porters and skilled cook
Start and finish Nairobi
Complimentary "I LIKE TO GET HIGH" T-shirt, 1 Buff
Excluded:
•Tips
•Laundry, sleeping bags and drinks
•Accommodation before/after the trek
•Hiking gears
•Items of personal nature
•Training cost and purchase of mountain gear
•Mandatory Evacuation cover (Rescue.com)
•Any other extras not detailed in the above itinerary
See you there for an experience of a lifetime!!!
Reservations
Kindly pay a booking fee of KES 20,000 or USD 400 via Mpesa paybill 5211729 Account MTKENYA or via bank (ask for details) by 25th August 2025 and the balance by 9th September 2025 .
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel more than 48 hours before your scheduled trip departure, 50% of the fee will be charged.
If you cancel within 48 hours of your scheduled trip departure, no refund fees will be provided.
No shows are responsible for 100% of trip fees.
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