8 Waterfall Trips in Kenya to Build a Day Around

1.Karura Forest: Walking tour with Nature and Waterfalls.

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 12 reviews · 3 hours · from $40Our pick

Walk Karura Forest, visit caves, waterfalls and Lily Lake, meet monkeys, learn Swahili, and enjoy a guided three-hour nature tour in Nairobi.

“Alan was very informative about the history of the forest and he knows his way through the force very well! This is our last day in Africa and for whatever reason we click on his activity and it was worth every minute.! I recommend Alan as your tour guide :-)”

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2.Shimba Hills: Game Drive, Waterfall Hike, and Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 8 hours · from $217

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…”

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3.Trip from Nairobi to Muranga with Waterfall Hike and Picnic

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · from $105

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.”

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4.Explore Aberdare:See Big 5, Waterfalls & Camping in the wild

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 2 days · from $465

Review of a 2-day Aberdare safari with Karuru Falls, camping, wildlife drives, Kenyan meals, and practical tips for $465.

“Sehr nette Menschen Essen war immer frisch und selber gekocht Tolle Landschaft Super Organisation Immer wieder gerne nur zu empfehlen”

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5.Hidden Waterfalls Hike & Forest Picnic in Karura

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · 4 hours · from $91

Hike Karura Forest from Nairobi to waterfalls, Mau Mau Caves, wildlife trails, and a shaded picnic with hotel transfers.

“Kevin was a very nice and helpful guide. Nice and easy pickup from the hotel included. And as finishing touch some nice local fruits. Thanks again!”

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6.Road Drive to Fourteen Falls from Nairobi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews · from $400

Review of Nairobi’s private Fourteen Falls tour, with boat views, hiking, lunch, transport, pricing, timing, and booking advice.

“I had a wonderful time at the falls. The lunch buffet setting near the second waterfall was scenic and the animals at that location like the horses were also really nice. The host was also really kind and accommodative.”

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7.Full-Day Private Tour to Fourteen, Chania and Thika Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2 reviews · from $140

Review of Nairobi’s private Fourteen Falls tour, with pickup, river scenery, activities, lunch advice, costs, and tips before booking.

“Honestly, the falls are amazing but you can get a taxi to the falls. This "tour" is not really worth it because you're just paying for a driver. Once you get to the falls you still have to pay the actual tour guide. You can get a taxi or uber to the falRead more”

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8.Full Day Private Tour to Fourteen Chania & Thika Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1 reviews · 7 hours · from $140

Review of a private Nairobi tour to Thika and Fourteen Falls, with birdwatching, scenic walks, local guides, transport, and practical costs.

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