Kenya · HIKING & TREKKING
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 9 hikes & treks worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Climb Mt. Longonot from Nairobi, view the Great Rift Valley, enjoy lakeside lunch, and cruise Lake Naivasha for hippos and eagles.
“Enjoyable day. Early start to avoid high day temperature. Some steep sections but step have been made. Good driver and guide”
Hike Nairobi’s Ngong Hills with a local guide, enjoy Rift Valley views, learn about Kenyan culture, and travel with pickup included.
“Steve was a wonderful guide who taught us a lot about the region and Kenya as a whole. We had very interesting discussions and good laughs. We felt absolutely safe with him snd would recommend the tour to anyone!!”
Review of the Shimba Hills safari and Sheldrick Falls hike, with wildlife, forest scenery, lodge lunch, swimming, price, and practical tips.
“We had a wonderful trip to Shimba Hills with John as our guide, it was a truly special experience. Although it rained heavily at times, that actually made the tour even more memorable. The hike to Sheldrick Falls was an absolute highlight despite (or even because of) the rain. Walking through the jungle, surrounded by the sound of rain and nature, was a refreshing and one of a kind experience. Once we reached the waterfall, the view was simply breathtaking. The combination of tropical scenery and cascading water created a magical atmosphere. I’m really glad we went on this trip, it was a genuine nature adventure. I can highly recommend…”
Review the private Ngong Hills hike from Nairobi, with seven hills, Rift Valley views, guide support, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“The journey was amazing from the drive all the way to the hike. Peter my guide was friendly, excellent, very patient, helpful & adapted to different paces. Bring water. There are 7 hills, its not a straight climb up but a up and down, even when returning, that makes it more of a challenge, but worth it especially the views. Would recommend.”
Review of Mt Longonot’s private day hike from Nairobi, with crater views, Great Rift Valley scenery, guide tips, costs, and practical advice.
“We loved it, Alex was a great guide and driver. He taught us a lot about Kenya and he even proposed us a ride the next day to go to Nanyuki (since we were looking for a driver). In one word: amazing! The hike was definitely worth it & Alex also helped us where needed !”
Review of a four-day Mount Kenya trek from Nairobi to Point Lenana, with pickup, guides, porters, meals, high-altitude camps, and practical advice.
“We did the 4 day 3 night hiking tour of mount kenya and frankly it was spectacular. We had a private tour but was supported by a team of 5. We had everything we could need in the tour in terms of camping equipment, food and even pRead more”
Review of Karura Forest’s four-hour guided hike, with waterfalls, caves, wildlife, pricing, guide tips, transport details, and booking advice.
“Musa is a fantastic young man from Nairobi & passionate about spreading the knowledge & joy. We took this tour & had him to ourselves since it was low season. It only took us 2hs at an average pace but was beautiful scenery, pretty waterfall & caves. Theres a few hilly bits but its suitable for most to be able to do it, you just may take a little longer & Musa was so patient when we were slow or stopping to look at things. I’d highly recommend him”
Review of Shimba Hills safari with game drive, Sheldrick Falls hike, lodge lunch, pool time, wildlife, price, and practical tips.
“This is a day in paradise away from the busy Diani beach - you will see beautiful landscape in the Shimba hills all to the sea front. The treck with the ranger in the tropical forest is a good exercise and you will be enchanted to discover the waterfalls and have a natural shower. The tour finally ends by taking you to the most beautifull landscape view in your life, over the rivers and elephant sanctuary… you will remember Kenya always from this breath taking view. Finally, you are in good hands with Florence, she is talented and has all the connections to make your journey a success.. so no…”
Escape Nairobi for a private Muranga waterfall hike, natural pool swim, picnic, countryside views, and optional Kenyan food.
“I enjoyed the hike and especially swimming near the beautiful waterfall. The guide was very informative and friendly and the tour made for the perfect ending to my Kenyan adventure.”
Park by park, capital to coast.
