Kathandeini Hydrotherapy hike is an immersive beginner-friendly hike in the lower Mount Kenya forest that gives the therapy from hearing and watching the water flow under the noise of the forest. if you are looking for a hike that does not strain your muscles and gives you the escape to refresh your mind or unwind, Kathandeini Forest is your place to be.

The hike starts at Kathandeini Forest Station and quickly follows the road to the forest before diverting to the trail. This hike is a perfect adventure for everyone looking for the purity of a serene forest and the roar of a waterfall as it hits the floor of a river. The wonders of this hike are also in the log bridge along, and the descent to Kanyamindi Waterfall.

There is a lot to life and more to personal well-being. Come for hydrotherapy with us.

Kathandeini Hydrotherapy Hike Stats

Approximate Distance: 27km

Approximate Time: 10 Hours

Maximum Elevation: 2370m (along the trail)

Difficulty: This hike does not necessarily require hiking experience. It is a moderate hike but requires you to be fit, especially due to its length.

What to Wear During the Hike

• • Fleece Marvin/hat or a baseball cap.
  • Proper hiking clothes (polyester t-shirt, hiking pants/summit pants, fleece jacket).
  • Comfortable & sturdy hiking boots (should be at least one size bigger than your standard shoe size).
  • Sunscreen/good layer of arimis.

In Your Backpack, Have

• • At least 2 liters of water (use a water bladder or a reusable bottle). Disposable plastic bottles are not allowed inside parks.
  • Snacks such as biscuits, nuts, fruits, crisps, etc.
  • A hiking pole.
  • A balaclava.
  • A raincoat/poncho.
  • Hand gloves.

It is Also Advisable to Have

• • A set of clothes to change into after the hike (sometimes, the good hiking gear also fails, and weather changes are unexpected).

See more details on how to prepare for this hike and the steps to take after the hike to ease the after-hike effects here.

Ticket & Booking Kathandeini Hydrotherapy Hike

Citizens/Residents: KES 3,700 (Scroll to the “Book Event” section for tickets)

Non-Residents: USD 40 (Click Here to Pay in USD)

Residents can alternatively reserve a slot by paying at least KES 2000 using these instructions and clearing the balance before departure. Hikers Arena Refund Policy applies.

Click here to see the ticket inclusions & definitions.

Trip Route

Nairobi- <Thika Road> -Kirinyaga.

Trip Itinerary

Meeting point: Opposite outside International House Kencom (Nairobi CBD)

• • 4.30 am: Boarding opens
  • 4.45 am: Departure for Kathandeini Gate (The departure time is strict)
  • 7.45 am: Arrival at Kathandeini Gate & registrations
  • 8.00 am: Hike starts
  • 1.00 pm: Turn back time
  • 6.00 pm: Departure for Nairobi

N/B: The departure time back to Nairobi is subject to the day’s team and could be earlier or later than estimated.

Inquiries and Updates

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