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Kimakia

March 22, 2025 @ 6:30 am - 2:30 pm

Embark on a thrilling journey through the Gatanga region, starting at an old fishing camp and leading to a giant Mugumo tree. From there, we’ll cross the beautiful Chania River and come upon a stunning double-tier waterfall. This trail, just like the meaning in Kikuyu, will surely shock and awe you at every turn. The views of the surrounding landscape are breathtaking, and the natural beauty of the area will leave you in awe. So come join us on this exciting adventure and discover the hidden wonders of the Gatanga region for yourself!

Feature image courtesy of Cosmas Rotich

 

  • Double-tier waterfall
  • Duff mpararo(Swimming)
  • Forest Trail
  • Views of Nyandarua ranges

0630h: Departure  

0845h: Hike Briefing & Stretches

0900h: Start the hike

  • Difficulty: Moderate
  • Duration: 6hrs
  • Distance: 8 km
  • Terrain: Includes some steep sections
  • Trailhead:  Kimakia KFS station
  • Trail Type: Out and back

1430h: Complete hike

What’s Included

  • Professional, knowledgeable, and friendly guide.
  • A commitment to make the tour as exciting, challenging, informative, and full as you’d like and as is possible in a day.

What’s Not Included

  • Transport (Ksh 800)
  • KFS Fee (Ksh 232 citizens,464 residents,696 non residents)
  • Meals

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:- Pin location

  • The trail is NOT suitable for kids.
  • After buying a ticket, you’ll receive an email confirmation. Message us if you don’t get one.
  • The guide’s contact info is at the bottom of this page. Contact them about the hike.

 

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.

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 to the actual date will not be refunded. No shows will not be refunded either.

 

Tickets

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Kimakia - Citizen
KSh 1,500
15 available
Kimakia - Resident
KSh 2,500
10 available
Kimakia - Non Resident
KSh 3,500
10 available

Details

Date:
March 22, 2025
Time:
6:30 am - 2:30 pm
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Venue

Gatanga

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