A Day Hike in The Aberdare Ranges: Hiking Mt Kipipiri
Aberdare Ranges is a popular hiking destination in Kenya, known for its picturesque scenery and challenging trails. Among the many peaks in the ranges, Mount Kipipiri stands out as one of the most challenging and rewarding hikes. With its rugged
Hiking Seven Ponds, Aberdare Ranges, Kenya
Seven Ponds had been in my bucket list since last year, and I’m glad that I finally ticked it off. I’ve always had this desire to complete hiking the Aberdare Ranges. So far, I’ve been to Elephant Hill, Dragon’s Teeth Satima,
Hiking Elephant Hill, Aberdare Ranges in 2022
Hiking Elephant Hill turned out to be what my body and mind needed. I was able to have the best kind of sleep I have had in a long time and eat actual food. Sometimes I forget to eat or
Hiking Mt Oldoinyo Le Satima (Dragon’s Teeth), Aberdare Ranges 2021
After hiking Rurimeria, I decided to go back to the Aberdares and hike Mount Oldoinyo Le Satima. Mount Satima stands at 4,001m asl and is the highest of the Aberdare Ranges. For the Mount Satima hike, I went with Steri
Lake Ellis, Mt Kenya Day Hike
We left Nairobi at 4:30 am for our Lake Ellis Mt Kenya Hike and arrived at Chogoria at around 9:30 am. Mt Kenya is beautiful. At the KWS offices, you can see the mountain in all its glory. Although you
10 Hikers You’re Most Likely to Meet on Your Hiking Trail
Since I started hiking and travelling around Kenya, I’ve met some interesting people and made some good friends. However, hiking trails do present to us peculiar people with peculiar and sometimes annoying traits. Here are 10 Hikers You're Most Likely to
Mountain Hiking: 9 Things You Should Know
I started hiking in 2021. Instead of starting with beginner trails such as Ngong hills, I started with Kijabe hills and Sleeping Warrior. I quickly moved on to Aberdare Ranges and though these ranges are termed as hills, I would
Balaclavas for Hiking: 7 Things You Should Know
A balaclava is a headgear that is designed to cover the head and face, and only leave the eyes, nose and mouth exposed. It’s also known as a ski mask or balaclava helmet. Balaclavas are used by cyclists, skiers, runners
Gaiters: What are They and When do You Need Them
Hiking Rurimueria Hills was a pain. After 3 or so false summits, we made it to the summit. The hike was beautiful. I’m yet to hike Elephant hill, but I would argue that of all the ranges of the Aberdares,
Crampons for Hiking: 9 Things You Should Know
Hiking the Aberdare Ranges made me realize that If I had made it and submitted hills that were 1,000 m less than Mount Kenya, maybe Mt. Kenya doable. Apart from having a week to spare and of course the lack
