Wild Trails and Treks
Walk the highlands, gorges and the Great Rift Valley. Kenya on foot, from a breezy day ridge to a multi-day alpine summit.
A different kind of wild.
Kenya's highland trails offer a perspective that no game drive can give: the crunch of volcanic soil underfoot, the hush of the moorland, a summit above the clouds. From the dramatic gorge walls of Hell's Gate to the glacial tarns of Mt Kenya, the scenery shifts completely depending on where you choose to walk.
All trail experiences use licensed mountain and wilderness guides. For Mt Kenya we include experienced porters, all park and rescue fees, and accommodation that takes you off the dirt-floored camping circuit and into well-maintained mountain huts.
Fitness guide.
Our three trail journeys span a wide range of demands. Here is where each one sits.
Ngong Hills Day Hike
A breezy ridge walk over seven summits. Well-maintained paths, modest gradients and superb views of the Rift Valley. No training required.
- Suitable for all fitness levels
- 4 to 5 hours total, with stops
- Elevation: 2,460 m, minimal ascent
- Sturdy trainers are sufficient
Hell's Gate Cycle and Gorge Walk
Cycling among giraffe and zebra, followed by a guided walk through a narrow gorge with hot springs. A mix of easy cycling and moderate walking.
- Moderate fitness required
- Full day, 6 to 8 hours
- Flat terrain, some loose gorge surfaces
- Cycling experience helpful but not required
Mt Kenya 3-Day Trek
The Sirimon-Chogoria traverse to Point Lenana (4,985 m). This is a serious alpine undertaking and the most rewarding trek in East Africa.
- Good fitness essential, prior hiking recommended
- 3 days, up to 10 hours walking per day
- Altitude acclimatisation days included
- Full mountain boots and layers required
Pick your trail.
Trail destinations.
Hell's Gate
Towering rock columns, a dramatic gorge and geothermal springs. Cycling with wildlife, no fences.
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Mt Kenya
Africa's second highest peak. Glacial tarns, giant moorland vegetation and a sunrise from 4,985 m.
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Ngong Hills
Seven knuckled summits above the Rift Valley. A 40-minute drive from Nairobi; a world apart.
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Whether it's a gentle half-day walk or a three-day alpine push, we'll match the trail to your fitness level and build the logistics around you.