The Ngong Hills Day Hike begins in Nairobi, with pick-up from your hotel depending on your schedule. From the city, you drive to the base of the Ngong Hills, where the adventure unfolds. The Ngong Hills hiking tour is one of the most popular outdoor experiences near Nairobi, offering breathtaking views and refreshing mountain air.
The hike takes you across all the peaks that form a dramatic ridge along the hills. Each climb rewards you with wide panoramas of the Great Rift Valley on one side and Nairobi city on the other. Along the way, our professional guides share fascinating details about the region’s culture, wildlife, and history, making the Ngong Hills guided hike Kenya both educational and exciting.
The Ngong Hills trekking adventure is more than just fitness and scenery. This majestic mountain range spans the western edge of Nairobi and holds deep cultural and historical significance. The area features in Karen Blixen’s famous story and film Out of Africa. Her companion, Denys Finch Hatton, was buried here, and legend says Karen could see his gravesite from her home. Reaching the highest peak at 2,460 meters, hikers discover the true charm of the Ngong Hills panoramic hike.
After enjoying the fresh breeze, rolling green hills, and memorable climbs, the Ngong Hills day trip from Nairobi concludes in the afternoon with a return drive to your hotel. This Nairobi hiking day trip combines history, nature, and adventure in one unforgettable experience. Whether you seek fitness, outdoor exploration, or sweeping views, the Ngong Hills Day Hike is the perfect escape from city life.
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This hiking day Tour starts at 0700 Hours from your hotel or residence and drive to the Ngong Hills. We drive along Ngong Road going past Dagoretti Corner, Karen and Ngong Town to reach Ngong Police Station from where we get an armed escort (Ranger) from the Kenya Wildlife Services and also a local guide.
The sharp spine of the Ngong Hills stretches for 11.5 kilometers and takes about 5-6 hours (without long rest breaks) to walk from end to end. The hike up Ngong Hills starts right from Ngong town at the northern foot of the hills 1961m above sea level, and traverses the whole range to the southern end at “Kona Baridi” meaning cold corner.
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