Biking Monkeys

Our shortest biking nature trail in Oloolua Forest at the heart of Karen offers a serene escape from the fast-paced city life. The nature trail meanders through thick forest vines and undergrowth with certain areas following the course of the flowing Mbagathi river which cuts through the forest.

Get to experience biking through various attractions including a 33 meter long cave, 20 foot waterfall and a picnic site. Spot Vervet Monkeys and dikdiks as you enjoy good company.

Photography Courtesy of Curtis Odhiambo, Charles Kimani, Marvin Muriu & Cosmas Rotich

Highlights: 

• Forest trail
• Picnic 
• Bamboo forest
• Waterfall
• Cave

Itinerary

0830h: Departure At the benches near Bata shop, Hilton (opposite Kencom)

Route: Nrbi – The Oloolua Nature Trail

0940h: Start the biking experience

1300h: Complete biking experience

About this activity

Difficulty: Beginner friendly 

Duration: 3 hrs

Distance: 10km

Self-drive friendly

Charges Includes 

• Instructor/guide fee
• Experience
• New mountain bike
• Helmet

Charges Excludes

• Vehicle parking (Ksh 100)
• KFS Fee (Ksh 250)
• Transport (Ksh 150)
• Snacks

Ride Structure

• Pre-ride routine
  • Intros and Stretches  
  • Bike & Safety Briefing 
  • Bike & Helmet fitting 
  • Water distribution
• Rides will have various photo stops 
• The ride pace will be set by the guide. No one will be left behind.

What to bring

• Small backpack (double strapped bag) 
• Water bottle (300ml – 500ml) 
• A jacket (it can get cold in the afternoon/evening)
• Snacks

Where Do We Meet?

For group travel via psv, we will meet up at the benches near Bata shop Hilton (opposite Kencom). The guide will be at the meet-up point.

This trip is self-drive-friendly and has safe parking. 

The Oloolua Nature Trail

Know before you go

• The guide’s contact is available at the bottom of this page. Feel free to get in touch with any queries regarding this hike.
• Kindly note that we do not do pickups along the way.
• The trail is suitable for beginner and pro cyclists.
• Kindly observe the COVID-19 health safety regulations.
• You will get an email confirmation of your booking once you purchase your ticket. 

Our Safety Pledge

Your safety is our top priority. Our experiences are led by professional hiking guides, and well-known local guides who are well versed with the trails they are guiding. All our guides carry a First-aid Kit and have an emergency contact. If you have any further questions about safety, please contact us for more information.

Cancellation Policy

Cyclists that wish to cancel more than 48 hours before the hike will be issued a 50% refund of the total hiking fees. Those that cancel 48 hours or less to the actual date will not be refunded. No shows will not be refunded either.

Resources

1. Hiking Gear Guide
2. Hiking Gear Vendors
3. Trail Difficulty Guide
4. Trail Gallery
5. Strava Routes
6. Guide Bios
7. Participation Badges
8. Whatsapp Text Helpline
9. Drift Shop
10. Book a Private Drift
11. Rate Lets Drift on Google