Hikes

Kimakia Forest Hike - Gatundu

Kenya 1 Days / 0 Nights
From $24 per person
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Duration
1 Days
Nights
0
Style
Standard
Park fees
Not applicable

About this tour

🌿 KIMAKIA FOREST & WATERFALLS HIKE – 1 DAY ADVENTURE🌿 Escape the city and discover the natural beauty of Kimakia Forest in the Southern Aberdares. Join Zetta Global Tours & Travel for an unforgettable day of hiking through lush indigenous forest, scenic trails, river crossings and beautiful countryside before reaching the spectacular double-tier Kimakia Waterfalls. The adventure begins around Kimakia Forest Station and takes you through a beautiful forest landscape featuring indigenous trees, the giant Mugumo tree and the Chania and Ragia rivers. The trail culminates at the impressive Kimakia Falls, where you can relax, take photographs and enjoy the surrounding wilderness. 🌳 TOUR HIGHLIGHTS πŸ₯Ύ Approximately 15 km hiking trail 🌲 Indigenous Kimakia Forest 🌳 Giant Mugumo tree πŸ’§ Chania & Ragia River crossings 🌊 Double-tier Kimakia Waterfalls 🐦 Forest and birdlife experience πŸƒ Beautiful tea and countryside scenery πŸ“Έ Scenic photography opportunities 🀝 Guided group hiking experience πŸ“ LOCATION Kimakia Forest, Gatanga Sub-County, Murang’a County, Kenya, near the Kiambu County border. ⏱️ DURATION 1 Day Approximately 6–7 hours of hiking depending on the selected trail and group pace. πŸ’ͺ DIFFICULTY Moderate to Challenging The trail includes uneven terrain, descents and river crossings. A reasonable level of fitness and previous hiking experience is recommended. πŸŽ’ WHAT TO CARRY β€’ Comfortable waterproof hiking shoes/boots β€’ 2–3 litres of drinking water β€’ Packed lunch and energy snacks β€’ Rain jacket/light warm clothing β€’ Extra socks and change of clothes β€’ Hat and sunscreen β€’ Insect repellent β€’ Walking stick/trekking poles β€’ Personal medication β€’ Waterproof bag for valuables β€’ Identification document Zetta Global Tours and Travel can arrange: βœ“ Return transport from Nairobi βœ“ Professional hiking guide βœ“ Forest/trail arrangements βœ“ Hiking experience βœ“ Group coordination βœ“ Travel assistance Meals, personal equipment and optional activities may be charged separately depending on the selected package. πŸ“² BOOK YOUR ADVENTURE Ready to escape Nairobi for a day? Kimakia Forest is calling! 🌿πŸ₯ΎπŸŒŠ

Highlights

  • πŸ₯Ύ Approximately 15 km hiking trail
  • 🌲 Indigenous Kimakia Forest
  • 🌳 Giant Mugumo tree
  • πŸ’§ Chania & Ragia River crossings
  • 🌊 Double-tier Kimakia Waterfalls
  • 🐦 Forest and birdlife experience
  • πŸƒ Beautiful tea and countryside scenery
  • πŸ“Έ Scenic photography opportunities
  • 🀝 Guided group hiking experience

Day-by-day itinerary

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Approximately 6–7 hours of hiking depending on the selected trail and group pace.
πŸ’ͺ DIFFICULTY

Moderate to Challenging

The trail includes uneven terrain, descents and river crossings. A reasonable level of fitness and previous hiking experience is recommended.

πŸŽ’ WHAT TO CARRY

β€’ Comfortable waterproof hiking shoes/boots
β€’ 2–3 litres of drinking water
β€’ Packed lunch and energy snacks
β€’ Rain jacket/light warm clothing
β€’ Extra socks and change of clothes
β€’ Hat and sunscreen
β€’ Insect repellent
β€’ Walking stick/trekking poles
β€’ Personal medication
β€’ Waterproof bag for valuables
β€’ Identification document

What’s included

Included
  • βœ“ Return transport from Nairobi
  • βœ“ Professional hiking guide
  • βœ“ Forest/trail arrangements
  • βœ“ Hiking experience
  • βœ“ Group coordination
  • βœ“ Travel assistance
Not included
  • Meals, personal equipment and optional activities may be charged separately depending on the selected package.

Prices & options

From $24 per person. Use the booking card to see the price for your group.

Trip details

LocationKenya
Duration1D / 0N
FromOn request
ToOn request

Frequently asked questions

Yes, the Kimakia forest trail is designed for beginners and veterans alike.

β€’ Comfortable waterproof hiking shoes/boots
β€’ 2–3 litres of drinking water
β€’ Packed lunch and energy snacks
β€’ Rain jacket/light warm clothing
β€’ Extra socks and change of clothes
β€’ Hat and sunscreen
β€’ Insect repellent
β€’ Walking stick/trekking poles
β€’ Personal medication
β€’ Waterproof bag for valuables
β€’ Identification document