KENYA
Kenya's standouts.
The 10 most popular hiking & trekking tours in Kenya. Where each one goes, who runs it, and what a seat costs.
Hike Mt. Longonot from Nairobi, then unwind at Lake Naivasha with optional boat cruising for hippos, fish eagles, and Rift Valley views.
“Leaving 6am from Nairobi let us start the climb 8am which was perfect since we were out of the volcano before the sun got too hot, and we had good time for lunch and boat tour on Lake Naivasha and made it back to Nairobi around 5pm. ThRead more”
A guided Ngong Hills day hike from Nairobi with forest trails, a 360° peak view, and clear English guidance for $70.
“A fantastic day out hiking. The hills are beautiful and it felt so safe and friendly. Steve was a great guide and would definitely recommend this to anyone spending a day in Nairobi”
Private Shimba Hills game drive and a forest hike to Sheldrick Falls, finished with lunch and swimming at Shimba Green Lodge.
“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…”
Private half-day hike to Ngong Hills from Nairobi with a guide, pickup, windmill views, and big Rift Valley sightlines on a 12km loop.
“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…”
Mt Longonot day hike from Nairobi: crater rim views, English guides, private transport, and optional Lake Naivasha.
“It was a nice hike. The view of the crater is absolutely worth it. My guide Peter helped me through the tricky sections. He has good knowledge and pointed out different landscapes and animals. Will always recommend going with a community guide. You get to learn a lot in the interactions. Dennis drove me to…”
4-day Mount Kenya trek from Nairobi to Peak Lenana via Sirimon, Old Moses, and Shiptons. Pickup, camps, and sunrise views.
“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”
Hike extinct Mount Longonot for crater views, then boat Lake Naivasha for hippos and birds, with Nairobi pickup and a guide.
“Jimmy and Dominic were two super guide and driver. They taught us a lot of things about the Mount Longonot, Kenya and people. The hike was very great, with amazing landscapes. Then we did a boat trip of an hour on Lake Naivasha, we saw a lot of hippos and beautiful birds.”
A full-day guided hike to Mount Longonot with early start, crater-rim views, wildlife chances, hotel pickup, lunch, and a t-shirt.
“Peter was my guide and he was amazing, highly recommend him! I almost wanted to quit bc the altitude was intense for me but he was, kind, patient, and encouraged me to keep going. I'm so glad I finished and had Peter's help as well, extremely grateful!”
A 4-hour guided hike in Karura Forest near Nairobi, with waterfalls, caves, wildlife spotting, and time for photos and a picnic.
“Randonnée super sympa et très jolie”
One day up Mt Kenya from Nairobi: a long scenic drive, 6-hour hike from Siri Moni Gate, big views at Meteorological Station.
“Great experience and service by Frank and Mesha 👍🏼. Definitely would recommend if you like a challenge and hiking.”
