TABLE MOUNTAIN HIKE- ABERDARES
Overview
The Table Mountain Hike is a classic Aberdares day hike that combines steep forest trails, bamboo zones, and expansive moorlands, culminating at a distinctive flat summit. It is ideal for hikers looking for a physically engaging yet achievable high-altitude experience.
The Table Mountain Hike takes place on the eastern edge of the Aberdare Ranges near Njabini and is accessed via the Ndunyu Njeru / Mutubio route. The trail begins with a demanding ascent through dense indigenous forest, quickly testing stamina as elevation is gained over a short distance. This initial section is steep and continuous, making it one of the more physically rewarding day hikes in the Aberdares. As the trail climbs higher, the forest gives way to thick bamboo and eventually opens into vast moorlands dominated by heather and tussock grass. The change in vegetation marks a transition into true highland terrain, with cooler temperatures and increasingly open views. On clear days, hikers are treated to panoramic scenery across the Kinangop Plateau, with distant views of Lake Naivasha, Mount Longonot, and Mount Suswa.
Duration
1 Day
Difficulty
Challenging
Group Size
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Schedule
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
4:15 a.m Assemble and board the bus at CBD opposite international House
4:30 a.m Departure CBD opposite international House
7:30 a.m Arrival at Starting point
08:00 a.m Hike Starts
2:00 p.m. Turn back time
06:00 p.m Departure for Nairobi
What's Included
- Cozy transport to and from.
- Park entrance and guide fee.
- Access to professional workout/aerobics instructor
- Professional Photographer
- Bottled drinking water
- Community fee
- Achievement Badge
What's Not Included
- No items listed
Requirements
Age Limit: Minimum Age: 8 years
What to Bring:- National ID Card/Valid Passport
- Light jacket or windbreaker for cool mornings
- Comfortable hiking pants or leggings (avoid jeans)
- Quality hiking socks to prevent blisters
- Cap or hat for sun protection Sunglasses (optional)
- Hiking shoes or trail runners with good grip (essential for muddy waterfall trails)
- Sunscreen to protect from high-altitude sun
- Light rain jacket or poncho (January weather can be unpredictable)
- Small daypack for carrying essentials
- Insect repellent for forest and waterfall sections
- Comfortable hiking shoes/Sports shoes.
- Light, breathable hiking top (quick-dry for comfort)
- Snacks
- Re-usable water bottles
- Personal Medication (If applicable)
- Rain gears
- Changing Clothes after the hike
Location
Country: Kenya
Destinations: Aberdare Ranges Ndunyu Njeru / Mutubio Access Njabini
Enquire to Book
Reach out to the agency directly about this tour
Meeting Point : Nairobi CBD – International House
Time: 4:00 am
Pricing Options
Kenyan & EAC Citizen
Self drive
Foreign Kenyan Residents
Self drive
Kenyan & EAC Citizen
By bus
Foreign Kenyan Residents
By bus
Non-Resident Foreigners
By bus
Non-Resident Foreigners
By bus
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