Ngong Hills Adventure: Ridge Hike, Zipline and Lake Naivasha Wildlife Day Trip from Nairobi

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Difficulty

moderate

Duration

8–9 hours (including transfers)

Fitness Level

Reasonable cardiovascular fitness and comfort with uphill walking for several hours; not technical but requires steady footing.

Overview

A day outside Nairobi that combines a wind-swept ridge hike along the Ngong Hills with pulse-quickening zip lines and a wildlife stop at freshwater Lake Naivasha. Expect panoramic Rift Valley views, moderate hiking, and an easy wildlife finale.

Ngong Hills Adventure: Ridge Hike, Zipline and Lake Naivasha Wildlife Day Trip from Nairobi

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Date

Thu, Oct 30

Travelers

You step out of the van with the city’s hum already shrinking behind you, and the Ngong Hills rise like a serrated horizon — a wind-swept ridge that dares you to climb. The trail immediately trades Nairobi’s concrete heat for the cooler, open air of grass and acacia; gusts push across the saddle and carry the distant bleat of livestock and the sharper call of raptors.

Adventure Photos

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Adventure Tips

Start early

Begin before 7am to enjoy calmer winds on the ridge and clearer views across the Rift Valley.

Footwear matters

Wear sturdy trail shoes with good grip — sections can be rocky and the ridge gets breezy.

Hydrate and snack

Carry at least 1–2 liters of water and energy-rich snacks; stop breaks are limited between summits.

Secure your camera

Use a wrist or chest strap for photos, especially on the zipline where sudden winds can tug at gear.

Local Insights

Wildlife

African fish eagle and other raptors
Hippos and numerous waterbirds at Lake Naivasha

History

Ngong Hills have long been grazing and walking routes for Maasai communities and later served as recreational escapes for Nairobi residents and colonial-era travelers.