Elephant Hill Hike

Day Tour

Are you preparing to climb Mt. Kenya or Mr. Kilimanjaro? If your answer is yes, this hike is for you. Hiking at Elephant Hill will give you that challenge you need!  This hike will take you through spectacular views of the Aberdare, which are unsurpassed.  You will have time with nature in this beautiful region which is priceless! The Aberdare Ranges are situated west of Mt. Kenya in the central highlands between Nyeri and Naivasha, and stretch 70km long from North to South. Our entry point will be the Njabini Forest Station (former Kinangop South Forest Station), about 4km from Njabini shopping centre.

  • Distance from Nairobi: About 190 km.
  • Starting/Ending Point: Njabini Forest Gate.
  • Walking Duration: 7 hours
  • Terrain: Dirt road leading to swampy trail in bamboo zone, before turning to rock in alpine zone.
  • Difficulty: Moderate to High. You need to be reasonably fit.
  • Round trip transport from Nairobi.
  • Entry fee to the park.
  • Tour guides.
  • Kenya Wildlife Service Armed Escort.
  • Complimentary  water.
    • Tips.
    • Personal items/expenses.
    • Medical expenses/insurance.
    • ID / Passport
    • Warm clothes and jacket.
    • Comfortable hiking boots/shoes with a good grip.
    • Wooden walking stick (optional), sunglasses, sun hat.
    • Lunch (please bring packed lunch) and healthy snacks.
    • Extra drinking water.
    • Camera with spare film and batteries.
    • A fun spirit.

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