- Destination type: Hikes
Located less than 2 hours from Nairobi is Kereita Forest. Now most people know it for the amazing adventure activities on offer at The Forest but we’re here for the hike in the same region
Starting off the hike close to where Carbacid mine their carbond dioxide, the trail starts of gently and rise in a short while to the highest point of the hike at 2650m. Thereafter forms the bulk of the hike where we continuously descend down to the waterfall which is at 2360m ASL
The return is along the same way back to the starting point and that completes the hike at 10km or so
Full day trip
It should take 1.5 to 2 hours to get there depending on road conditions, traffic and weather
Beginner-moderate
- Hiking level – Beginner moderate level – The hike can be considered a training for more serious mountain forest hikes and the trails start off okay but gradually get steeper as we get close to the waterfall. Total hiking distance is 10-11 km. Factors contributing to moderate hiking experience include mid high altitude, slippery descent to the waterfall and wet weather
- Main attractions – rainforest type vegetation, 1 waterfall, birds, butterflies and more
- Type of hike – forest type of hike through wet rainforest, woodland forest and open spaces
- Atmospheric conditions – humid air in the rainforest, possible chances of rain depending on season, cool highland temperatures
- Slipping hazard – medium during the trek to the waterfall due to the mud, wet slopes, wet forest sections. This is a hike you will definitely get dirty.
- Steepness – the descent to the waterfall takes the better part of the trail and gets steeper the further down we go.
- Hiking path condition – the first part is open enough for people to walk side by side but eventually the trails get narrow inside the forest
- Water usage – medium – recommend a minimum of 2 litres
- Route visibility – can be missing in places, especially in the section leading to the waterfall – thus the need to keep together
- Biodiversity – numerous species of insects, birds, fungi, trees and some domestic animals
- Good hiking boots, walking stick
- Sun hat – to protect against the sun or cold weather gear if the weather is cold
- Water – at least 2 litres
- Snacks and lunch – since we expect to finish latest by 7:30pm, we recommend you bring snacks and lunch to eat while relaxing at scenic locations along the route
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Elevation Profile
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