Hiking For Health II

The first-day hike was a huge success, and because you asked for another one, we are back with the second edition. Join our ever-growing hiking group and get motivated to stay active as you have fun and take some time away from the week’s hassles – a key factor that sets apart this hike.

We value community wellness, which is why we urge you to take this chance to come to and interact with us and ask fitness-related questions at no cost. Tag your friends and family along to this day hike that will take place at Karura Forest (Limuru Road), and learn the ropes of active living.

All hikers will be expected to promptly meet in town (outside Bata Hilton) between 9:00 am and 9:30 am (if you miss this meeting, learn how to get to Karura below); those who live close to Karura have the option of finding their way there by 9:45 am.

Preparing for the Hike

• Wear light and comfortable sportswear (shirt, with pants or shorts), and comfortable running/training shoes.
• Drink plenty of water the day before the hike to ensure you are sufficiently hydrated.
• Avoid very intense exercise the day before the hike.
• Avoid heavy meals, alcohol, smoking, and caffeine before the hike. You may have a light snack 30 minutes to 1 hour prior to the hike.
• Be sure to get an adequate amount of sleep (6 – 8 hours) the day before the hike.

What to Bring

Bring the following with you in a small or medium backpack:

• Enough drinking water (at least 2 liters).
• Light healthy snacks (energy bars, bananas, nuts, or dried fruit) – NO MEALS; if unsure, please contact us for suggestions.
• A small pack of glucose (optional).
• Change of clothes to wear after the hike (optional).
• Entrance fee (KES 100).
• Transport money (at least KES 200).

Getting to Karura from CBD

Do not worry if you miss the first rendezvous - just find your way to Karura as follows:

• From Latema Road, off Tom Mboya Street, get on Matatu No. 107 to Karura.
• Alight at the Karura Forest entrance on Limuru Road.
• Walk up to the parking lot, where the final rendezvous will take place STRICTLY between 9:45 am – 10:00 am, after which the hike will begin.