Ngare Ndare Zaina Double Hike
Overview
Ngare Ndare Forest is a popular and in-demand hiking destination in Kenya, renowned for its beautiful turquoise pools ideal for swimming. This overnight trip combines a visit to Ngare Ndare with a hike to Zaina Falls, located near Nyeri town. The tour offers a unique double hiking experience, exploring two distinct natural attractions over two days, including an overnight stay in Nanyuki. Participants will enjoy waterfall visits, swimming, and a canopy walk.
Duration
2 Days
Difficulty
Moderate
Group Size
Max None
Schedule
Sep 26 - Sep 27, 2026
Schedule & Availability
Fixed DatesSeptember 26, 2026 - September 27, 2026
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Leave Nairobi at 6am, heading to Zaina Falls located a few kilometers from Nyeri town. Expect to arrive at the Kenya Forestry Gate around 11:00am. Enjoy the Zaina Falls hike, finishing around 4pm. Afterwards, drive to Nanyuki and check into your chosen hotel (either Kirimara Springs Hotel or Maxoil Hotel) for an overnight stay.
Activities:
- Travel from Nairobi
- Zaina Falls hike
- Check-in hotel in Nanyuki
Enjoy an early breakfast at the hotel by 6:30am. Drive to Ngare Ndare Forest, expecting to arrive by 8am. Begin the hike, visiting all three waterfalls with ample time for swimming at each pool. Conclude the hike with the canopy walk and depart the forest around 4:30pm. Return to Nairobi by 10pm.
Activities:
- Breakfast
- Travel to Ngare Ndare
- Ngare Ndare hike
- Swimming at waterfalls
- Canopy walk
- Return travel to Nairobi
What's Included
- Transport by bus from Nairobi and back
- Entry fees at Zaina and Ngare Ndare forests for Kenyan adults
- Guide fees and ranger fees at both forests
- Half board accommodation per person at the hotel (dinner on Day 1 and breakfast on Day 2)
- Light snacks on Day 1
- Emergency water
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- Personal expenses
- Additional fees for residents (Ksh 250) and non-residents (Ksh 3500)
Requirements
Age Limit: 10 years and above
What to Bring:- All kids must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Country: Kenya
Destinations: Nanyuki Ngare Ndare Forest Nyeri town Zaina Falls
Enquire to Book
Pricing Options
Kirimara Springs Hotel - Single room
A single room is one where only 1 person can stay. It has one bed only – great for those who really want privacy.
Kirimara Springs Hotel - Double room
A double room has a large bed, usually 5 to 6 feet wide. The bed can take 2 people – usually couples or family members take this room. Or best friends.
Kirimara Springs Hotel - Twin room
A twin room has 2 separate beds – ideal for friends who don’t know each other that well or strangers who don’t mind sharing a room with each other.
Kirimara Springs Hotel - Triple room
A triple room might have a large bed and small bed or 3 small beds. Can take 3 people.
Maxoil Hotel - Single room
A single room is one where only 1 person can stay. It has one bed only – great for those who really want privacy.
Maxoil Hotel - Double room
A double room has a large bed, usually 5 to 6 feet wide. The bed can take 2 people – usually couples or family members take this room. Or best friends.
Maxoil Hotel - Twin room
A twin room has 2 separate beds – ideal for friends who don’t know each other that well or strangers who don’t mind sharing a room with each other.
Maxoil Hotel - Triple room
A triple room might have a large bed and small bed or 3 small beds. Can take 3 people.
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