Throw to Grow

Have you heard of the Throw to Grow initiative? It’s an innovative project that involves hikers using any means to disperse seeds coated in charcoal balls to repopulate the number of savannah acacia in the semi-arid areas. This project has been a huge success so far, with over a thousand trees planted on the kikuyu-Nachu escarpments. The initiative is a collaboration between Lets Drift with Seed-Balls Kenya, Miti Alliance, and Cookwell Jikos. With the rainy season approaching, now is the perfect time to get involved and help make a positive impact on our environment. Get involved and make a difference today!

Experience/ Highlights

• Seed-ball throwing
• Caves
• Escarpment views

Itinerary

0700h: Departure

0800h: Meet up of the entire group at Lusigetti

0820 hrs: Start the hike

1430h: Complete hike 

Meet-up Location: Outside Bata Shop, Hilton(opposite Kencom)

Route: Nrbi – Shell petrol station Lusigetti

About this Activity

Difficulty: Beginner-friendly

Distance: 10-12kms

Duration: 5 hrs

What you need to know

• For those using group travel, the fare estimate is (Ksh 300). Meet-up time is 7:00 am at the benches near Bata Shop Hilton (opposite Kencom).
• The trail is self-drive-friendly. Those with vehicles will park at Shell petrol station Lusigetti.
• Carry enough water. The hike is in a dry region.
• Ensure you have comfortable shoes with grip. Cotton socks are best for this trail.

What to bring

• Sneakers or Hiking boots
• 2L of Water (Avoid single-use bottles).
• For snacks, we highly recommend nuts, sandwiches, energy bars, and fruits.
• Avoid dry food like biscuits and crisps.
• Carry sunscreen and a hat to shield you from the sun.
• A backpack will come in handy to stash your supplies throughout the hike.

Resources

Hiking Essentials 

Hiking Gear shops