Zaina Falls Hike
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Zaina Falls Hike

A hidden Gem in Nyeri County

Located approximately 14km from Nyeri town in Gakanga Village near Ihururu, Zaina Falls is a hidden gem for any adventure lover. The beginner-friendly hike starts with a gentle walk along the Zaina river within the Zaina Valley. Past a river crossing, we'll take a brief steep climb up a hill to see the maumau caves dating back to the Colonial Kenya. Expect sweeping views across the valley from atop the hill. Next, we continue on our ultimate Zaina waterfall chase, which treats us to the breathtaking 60m Zaina Fall drop. We'll have our snacks here, take lots of pictures for the memories and then head back to the starting point, where we will board our vehicles back to Nairobi.

Zaina Falls Hike Distance And Stats

Distance: ~8km

Duration: 3-4 hours

Difficulty: Moderate

Beginner-friendly: Yes

Child-friendly: Yes, 6 years and above

Zaina Falls Hike Itinerary

4:45 a.m Meet up at International House Parking, City Hall Way. Boarding opens.

5:00 a.m Departure 

08:30 Arrival at the trail start

09:00 a.m Hike Starts

4:00 p.m Departure for Nairobi

Charges

Ticket

By Bus

Self-Drive

Kenyan Citizens

KES 3,900

KES 2,300

Foreign Kenyan Residents

KES 4,200

KES 2,600

Non-Resident Foreigners

US$ 36.00

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Mpesa Till 989985

Trip Includes & Cancellation Policy

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Included in your ticket

The Outdoorer Promise:

  • 7:1 hiker to guide ratio on day hikes and 4:1 hiker to guide ratio on expeditions.
  • Additional guidance and support from Outdoorer Champions. 
  • At least one skilled paramedic (up to 5 depending on the group size).
  • A thorough emergency action plan for any emergencies that may arise.
  • Other ticket-includes as detailed below.

Day Hike-Includes:

  • Transport from Nairobi and back
  • Park fees & charges
  • Armed ranger fees where applicable
  • Guide services
  • Paramedic services
  • A liter of water, glucose, and fruits
  • 5% discount on gear purchases

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What to Wear

What to Carry

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. 
  • 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!
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Date & Time
Saturday, March 1, 2025
5:30 AM 7:30 PM (Africa/Nairobi)

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Location

Ihururu

Ihururu
Nyeri
Kenya
--Ihururu--

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+254 727 001289
+254 727 001289
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