Karuru, Chania & Magura Waterfalls Chase
Karuru, Chania & Magura Waterfalls Chase
Come see the tallest waterfall in Kenya!
Because we never hesitate to introduce more beginner-friendly trails, come with us on a waterfall chase in the heart of the Southern Aberdare Forest! Our three-waterfall chase begins at the Mutubio West Gate of the Aberdare National Park. We start by taking a brisk 5km walk on the paved forest road to get to the magnificent Karuru Falls--the tallest waterfall in Kenya at a staggering 273 meters height in three tiers! After trekking back to the vehicles, our hike then takes a brief drive toward Chania and Magura waterfalls, with a brief 1 km hike down each waterfall. The cherry on the cake will be accessing the Queens Caves behind the Magura Waterfall.Â
Karuru, Chania & Magura Waterfall Chase Distance and Stats
Distance: ~14Â km
Duration: 4–6 hours
Difficulty:Â Easy
Beginner-friendly: Yes
Child-friendly: Yes, 7Â years and above
Karuru, Chania & Magura Waterfall Chase Itinerary
5:15Â a.m Meet up at International House Parking, City Hall Way. Boarding opens.
5:30 a.m Departure for Mutubio West Gate
09:30 a.m Arrival at the trail head
09:45 a.m Hike starts
02:00 p.m Turn back time to avoid encounters with wildlife in the dark
EST 04:00 p.m Departure for Nairobi
Charges
Ticket | By Bus | Self-Drive |
Kenyan & EAC Citizens | KES 3,950 | KES 2,000* |
Foreign Kenyan Residents | KES 3,950* | KES 2,000* |
Non-Resident Foreigners | US$ 88.00 | NA |
Mpesa Till 989985
What to Wear
- Quick-drying tshirt
- Quick-drying pants
- Fleece jacket
- Sun hat or cap
- Well-treaded hiking shoes
What to Carry
- 3L water and suitable snacks
- Rain jacket
- Rain pants
- Trekking pole
- Identification documents
How to Prepare for the Hike
- Engage in active cardio exercises such as aerobics, walking, running, cycling, and swimming among others the week prior to the event.
- Set aside the day before the hike for resting--take a break from exercises.
- Increase your hydration at least two days to the hike.
- Purpose to get enough rest the night before the hike.Â
- If on intermittent fasting or on a diet, take a break in the period one day before and after the hike. This way, you will build up your energy reserves for the arduous task ahead.
- Cut your toe nails!
- Have a generous breakfast at least 3 hours before the start of the hike. This ensures that most of the food has been digested by the time you begin the hike, giving you the much-needed energy while ensuring your stomach is not too full for comfort.
- Use the bathroom before leaving the house to reduce the need for bathroom breaks on the commute.
- Set your mind up for conquering yourself. Hiking is more about your mindset than physical preparation. Once you win the battle in your mind, everything else contributes less than 10%. You can do it!