Going for a day hike anywhere in Kenya soon? Whether you are preparing for the Elephant Hills, Mt. Satima, Kilima Mbogo, Ragia Forest, or Mt Longonot, this article is for you. Proper packing is a skill that takes time to master. Whether you are new to the trails or an avid hiker, packing light is …
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Mt. Satima. Nothing I had read weeks leading to this day prepared me for the Mountain. At an elevation of about 4000m, I imagined something more difficult than Elephant Hill – also in the Aberdares – which was my last serious hike more than a year before. There was a voice telling me not to …
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20 Photos from my two days backpacking trip in Nyeri “The human body is a masterpiece of engineering. Even better, it adapts to its conditions; physical, emotional or spiritual. With this knowledge, you will be amazed at how many impossibilities you can turn into possibilities in any sphere of life. All it takes is ruthless …
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When looking for a group or company to hike within Kenya, I always consider a couple of factors. These factors will then help me get the best out of the hike or trek. What to consider when picking a Hiking Group in Kenya The cost of the hike: As a backpacker, I look for a …
Trekking and hiking Elephant Hill in the Aberdare ranges Hiking and trekking the elephant hills in the Aberdare ranges, Kenya is the best way to prepare for the big mountains like Mt. Kenya and Kilimanjaro. As promised, I will share experiences about a day hike on Elephant Hill, in Aberdares ranges Kenya. This hike happens …
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