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KIJABE HILLS HIKE – SCENIC RIFT VALLEY ESCARPMENT TREK

KIJABE HILLS HIKE – SCENIC RIFT VALLEY ESCARPMENT TREK

A refreshing forest and escarpment adventure with sweeping views of the Great Rift Valley.

Difficulty
Moderate
Distance
10km
Duration
5-7hrs
Location
Kijabe

Tour Overview

Everything you need to know about this adventure

The Kijabe Hills Hike is a scenic adventure along the eastern escarpment of the Great Rift Valley, offering a mix of forest trails, open ridges, and breathtaking viewpoints. Located near Kijabe town, this hike rewards adventurers with panoramic views of the Rift Valley floor and surrounding highlands.
The Kijabe Hills Hike is a scenic trek along the Kikuyu Escarpment of the Great Rift Valley, about 60 km northwest of Nairobi. Rising to 2,600m, the trail offers sweeping views of Lake Naivasha, Mount Longonot, and volcanic formations across central Kenya. Highlights include gentle countryside paths, forested slopes, rocky escarpment ridges, and the historic railway tunnel carved in the late 19th century. The hike blends moderate challenge with diverse landscapes, making it one of the most rewarding day hikes near Nairobi.
Max Elevation

2688m

Elevation Gain

770m

Trail Grade

Forest Trail / Escarpment Ridge / Rocky Sections

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