All the stories you’ve heard about hiking at Elephant Hill are true. Elephant Hill may make or break a hiker. This trip is a great test for novice and experienced hikers alike. Located at an elevation of 8,202 feet (2,500 meters) above sea level, the trail begins at the Njabini Forest Station gate and travels to the peak and back over the course of 18 kilometers. It takes about 7-8 hours to make the round trip, assuming a reasonable pace.
Highlights
Itinerary
0500h: Departure
0730 hrs: start the hike
1300hrs: Summit
0730 hrs: Finish hike
2000 hrs: Arrival at Nairobi
Meet-up Location: Outside Bata Shop, Hilton(opposite Kencom)
Route: Nairobi-Njabini
What’s Included
What’s Not Included
About this activity
Difficulty: Challenge
Distance: 17km
Duration: 7 hours
Max Elevation: 3,658m
Duration: 7-8 hours
Trail Head: Njabini Forest Gate
Trail end: Njabini Forest Gate
What to bring
Where Do We Meet?
For group travel via PSV, we will meet up Outside Bata Shop, Hilton (opposite Kencom). The guide will be at the meet-up point.
This trip is self-drive-friendly and has safe parking. Elephant Hill Hiking Trail – Pin location
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 in 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.
Know before you go
Cancellation Policy
Hikers 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 before the actual date will not be refunded. No-shows will not be refunded either.
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