Hiking Zaina Falls: A Scenic Adventure in the Nyeri
One fine Thursday morning, we set out from Nairobi at 6:00 am and drove to Nyeri county to hike the beautiful Zaina Falls. Zaina Falls is some kilometres past Ihururu town. The hike to the waterfall is a simple and
Ngare Ndare: A Canopy Walk and a Dive into Turquoise Bliss
Ngare Ndare had been on my bucket list for so long, and finally experiencing it was nothing short of magical! The name Ngare Ndare translates to “Goat Water” in Maasai, but in Kikuyu, it can also mean “counted leopards,” though this
A Journey Through Mount Kenya, Taita Taveta, and Kamweti Falls – A 2023 Travel Adventure
When I started hiking in 2021 I didn’t think that I’d ever go out camping, let alone summit Mt Kenya. The thought of being out in the woods, with bare necessities did not seem fun, and summiting Mt Kenya seemed
Journey Through Kamweti Falls Hike: A Trekker’s Delight
After my Mt Kenya summit , my goal is to chase sunsets, waterfalls and somewhat picturesque places without the struggle of altitude gain. High on my bucket list is the blue waters of Ngare Ndare which I had to cancel
What To Consider When Choosing a Backpack for Multi-day Hikes
Since 2023 began, I’ve done 2 multi- day hikes. The first was when I was summiting Mount Kenya, and the second was when I was camping and hiking in Taita Taveta. Both of these experiences were different in what they required
Get Up Close and Personal with Giraffes: Exploring Giraffe Center Kenya
Although I live pretty close to Giraffe Center Kenya, I’ve never visited it. I have thought about it because I love animals and I’m always looking forward to seeing either animals or a river. This week I made an impromptu
Camping in Tsavo East: The Best Campsite in Tsavo East National Park
Traveling while employed is very interesting in terms of how many leave days one can squeeze in here and there. Thus when a holiday grants us a long weekend, it’s best to use it for some well needed rest. For
10 Things They Don’t Tell You About Climbing Mt Kenya
Climbing Mt Kenya is an adventure that many people dream of, but few are brave enough to attempt. At 5,199 meters, it is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second-highest in Africa, after Kilimanjaro. While there are many guides
20 Things You Should Know Before Hiking Mt Kenya
Mt. Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya, standing at an impressive height of 5,199 meters - Batian (17,057 feet), Nelion (5,188 m or 17,021 ft) and Point Lenana (4,985 m or 16,355 ft). It is a challenging climb, and reaching
Mt Kenya Summit: Hiking Through Sirimon Gate to Lenana Peak
I spent 2021 hiking around the country. After hiking Rurimeria Hills, I was sure that Mt Kenya was out of the question. The mountains of the Aberdare Ranges have harsh weather and extreme altitude. I’m sure anyone who has hiked