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Throw to Grow

October 8, 2023 @ 7:00 am - 2:30 pm

Free – KSh1,000

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!

  • Seed-ball throwing
  • Caves
  • Escarpment views

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

  • 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.

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.

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Details

Date:
October 8, 2023
Time:
7:00 am - 2:30 pm
Cost:
Free – KSh1,000
Event Category:

Venue

Kikuyu

Organizer

Jovial James
0701855344

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