1 Day Karura Forest Bike & Hike Adventure
Trip Highlights
Detailed Itinerary Breakdown
Morning: Bike Rentals, Caves & Waterfall Exploration
8:00 AM – 8:30 AM: Arrival & Equipment Fitting
Meet at Karura Forest Limuru Road Gate A. Undergo a brief safety orientation, pick your fitted sturdy mountain bike and protective helmet, and prep your daypacks.
8:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Forest Cycling & Mau Mau Caves Walk
Pedal along well-maintained gravel trails surrounded by dense indigenous trees. Disembark for a guided walking trail into the historical Mau Mau Caves, used by independence fighters in the 1950s.
10:30 AM – 12:30 PM: Bamboo Forest & Karura Waterfall Hike
Hike down the tranquil riverine path through the towering bamboo forest to reach the spectacular 15-meter Karura River waterfall for photography and relaxation.
Afternoon: Lily Pond Picnic & Scenic Relaxation
12:30 PM – 1:30 PM: Packed Picnic Lunch at Lily Pond
Cycle towards the scenic Lily Pond area. Enjoy a delicious fresh picnic lunch on the manicured lawns while listening to vibrant birdlife.
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Leisure Walk & Bicycle Return
Take a gentle stroll around the butterfly pavilion and wetland grounds before riding back to Gate A to return bike equipment and wrap up the tour.
Inclusions & Exclusions
| Included | Excluded |
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✓ Official KFS Karura Forest Gate Entry Tickets ✓ Sturdy Mountain Bike & Helmet Rental (2 Hours) ✓ Guided Hike with KFS Armed Forest Ranger ✓ Mau Mau Caves & Waterfall Access Fees ✓ Bottled Mineral Water (1 Liter per person) |
✗ Transport to/from Karura Forest Gate ✗ Personal Picnic Lunch / Meals at The River Cafe ✗ Tips and Gratuities for Bike Marshals & Guides ✗ Personal Medical & Injury Insurance |
1 Day Kereita Forest Zip-Lining & Extreme Adventure
Trip Highlights
Detailed Itinerary Breakdown
Morning: Scenic Ride & 2.2km Zip-Lining Thrills
6:30 AM – 8:30 AM: Nairobi Pick-up & Transit to Kimende
Depart Nairobi CBD via the scenic Nairobi-Nakuru highway. Drive up the Great Rift Valley escarpment into the cool Aberdare mountain range to arrive at The Forest Adventure Centre in Kereita.
8:30 AM – 9:00 AM: Safety Briefing & Harness Fitting
Registration and safety briefing by certified instructors. Gear up with safety helmets, double-lanyard harnesses, and heavy-duty braking gloves.
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM: 6-Line Zip-Line Canopy Tour
Fly along 6 adrenaline-pumping zip lines spanning 2.2km over the Aberdare forest canopy, river gorges, and lush valleys with bird's-eye mountain vistas.
Afternoon: Archery, Paintball Arena & Return Transfer
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM: Archery Target Competition & Paintballing
Test your marksmanship at the archery range followed by an action-packed 100-paintball battle inside the wooded tactical arena.
1:30 PM – 3:00 PM: Buffet Lunch at The Carbacid Restaurant
Relish a hot, freshly cooked buffet meal or grill platters on the open deck overlooking the pristine pine forest.
3:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Forest Walk & Return to Nairobi
Optional short hike to the waterfall before boarding your safari van for the return drive to Nairobi.
Inclusions & Exclusions
| Included | Excluded |
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✓ Round-trip Ground Transport from Nairobi in Safari Van ✓ Kereita Forest Gate Entry & KFS Ranger Escort ✓ 6-Line (2.2km) Zip-Line Experience with Full Safety Gear ✓ 1-Hour Archery Session with Target Equipment ✓ Paintball Game (Includes 100 Paintball Bullets & Body Armor) ✓ Bottled Drinking Water |
✗ Buffet Lunch at The Carbacid Restaurant (Pay on site ~1,500 KSH) ✗ Mountain Biking / Footgolf activities (Available as add-ons) ✗ Alcoholic and soft beverages at restaurant ✗ Driver-guide tip |
1 Day Ngong Hills 7-Peaks Hiking Trail Challenge
Trip Highlights
Detailed Itinerary Breakdown
Morning: Peak Ascent & Wind Turbine Ridge Walk
6:30 AM – 7:30 AM: Departure & Transit to Ngong Town
Meet at KICC Nairobi and depart via Ngong Road, passing through Karen to reach the main Kenya Forest Service Ngong Hills Gate.
7:30 AM – 11:30 AM: Peaks 1 to 4 Summit Trek
Begin the moderate-to-challenging trek through the first 4 peaks. Walk past the towering green wind turbines while enjoying breathtaking views of the floor of the Rift Valley to the west and Nairobi city to the east.
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM: Peaks 5 to 7 Traverse
Navigate the remaining three undulating knolls, conquering steep inclines and taking short rest breaks at elevated scenic viewpoints for energy snacks.
Afternoon: Corner Baridi Descent & Local Nyama Choma
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM: Komlos Gate Descent
Descend peak 7 down to the Corner Baridi / Komlos exit gate along the Kajiado road, completing the 12km traversing challenge.
2:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Late Local Lunch & Victory Drinks
Transfer to a popular local restaurant in Ngong or Kiserian for a hearty lunch of grilled beef/goat (*nyama choma*), ugali, and traditional greens.
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM: Drive Back to Nairobi
Relax in the safari van as you drive back to Nairobi CBD for evening drop-off.
Inclusions & Exclusions
| Included | Excluded |
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✓ Round-trip Transport from Nairobi CBD in Overland Van ✓ KFS Ngong Hills Reserve Entry Fees ✓ Armed Kenya Forest Service Escort & Lead Trek Guide ✓ High-energy Trail Snacks & Hydration Packets ✓ Bottled Drinking Water (2 x 1L bottles) |
✗ Post-hike Nyama Choma Lunch & Personal Drinks ✗ Hiking Poles & Personal Trekking Gear ✗ Tips for KFS Armed Guards and Guides ✗ Evacuation & Medical Cover |
1 Day Nairobi Giraffe Centre & Sheldrick Elephant Sanctuary
Trip Highlights
Detailed Itinerary Breakdown
Morning: Sheldrick Baby Elephants Public Mud Bath
9:30 AM – 10:30 AM: Hotel Pick-up & Transit to Karen
Pick up from your residence or hotel in Nairobi and drive towards the leafy suburban district of Karen, arriving early at Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM: Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage Feeding Time
Attend the exclusive 1-hour public session where rescued baby elephants are bottle-fed large milk formulation jugs, play in the red mud bath, and interact with keepers who share their rescue stories.
Afternoon: Rothschild Giraffes, Museum & Artisanal Shopping
12:15 PM – 1:45 PM: Giraffe Centre Up-Close Experience
Visit the AFEW Giraffe Centre. Walk onto the elevated wooden platform to hand-feed pellets to endangered Rothschild giraffes and walk the Gogo River nature trail.
1:45 PM – 3:00 PM: Garden Lunch in Karen
Enjoy a relaxed lunch at Karen Blixen Coffee Garden or Tamambo Restaurant set inside serene manicured gardens.
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM: Karen Blixen Museum & Utamaduni Crafts
Step back in time at the colonial farmhouse made famous by *Out of Africa*. Conclude with a visit to Kazuri Beads and Utamaduni Craft Centre for handmade Kenyan gifts before drop-off.
Inclusions & Exclusions
| Included | Excluded |
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✓ Private Hotel / Residence Pick-up & Drop-off in Nairobi ✓ Official Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Slot & Entry Pass ✓ AFEW Giraffe Centre Entry Fees & Giraffe Food Pellets ✓ Professional Driver-Guide Services Throughout ✓ Bottled Water Onboard |
✗ Lunch & Beverages at Karen Restaurants ✗ Karen Blixen Museum Entry Tickets (Payable at gate ~1,200 KSH) ✗ Personal Souvenirs & Crafts purchases ✗ Driver-guide tip |
