Hiking near Nairobi
- Mt Olorgesailie
- Karura Caves & Waterfalls
- Ol Donyo Sabuk
- Oloroka, near Oltepesi
- Hell's Gate
- Gatamaiyu Riverine Walk
Hiking further afield
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Recreation Parks in Nairobi
- Oloolua Nature Trail
- Nairobi Arboretum
- Central Park
- Uhuru Gardens
- Nairobi City Park
- Jeevanjee Gardens
- Uhuru Park
- Paradise Lost
- Ngong Hills
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Category Archives: Picnic Sites in Nairobi
Oloolua Nature Trail
Hidden away in the upmarket suburb of Karen is the 5km long Oloolua Nature Trail, an oasis of tranquility for city residents looking to escape the city bustle. … read more
Nairobi Arboretum
What does Nairobi Arboretum and trains have in common? Interestingly, the Arboretum owes its existance to the construction of the Kenya Uganda Railway back at the beginning of the 20th century. Trains back then were steam powered, requiring burning logs. … read more
Central Park
Central Park could be mistaken to be an extension of its better known neighbor Uhuru Park. It occupies an area bounded by Kenyatta Avenue, Nyerere Avenue and Uhuru Highway, behind Nairobi Serena Hotel. Attractions Much like its neighbor, Central Park … read more
Uhuru Gardens
British colonialists granted Kenya independence on 12th December 1963, with Jomo Kenyatta becoming its first leader, in a ceremony held at the site of present day Uhuru Gardens. The hopes and aspirations of a nation came to pass on this day, and Uhuru Gardens is a memorial to this momentous occasion in Kenya’s history. … read more
Nairobi City Park
As parks go in this city, Nairobi City Park stands above most in its rich biodiversity. A recent biodiversity survey of the Park by Friends of Nairobi City Park identified about 988 species of flora and fauna. The forest is … read more
Jeevanjee Gardens
Donated to the residents of Nairobi in 1906 by Alibhai Mullah Jeevanjee, this 5 acre recreational park is one of few green spaces gracing Nairobi City. The park has on more than one occasion been faced with extinction when the … read more
Uhuru Park
The history of Uhuru Park, the most popular recreational park in Nairobi, is a rich tapestry of strife and celebration in Kenya. The sight of soldiers resplendent in colorful uniforms and marching to music beautifully performed by a military band, … read more
Paradise Lost
Paradise Lost is one of very few places close to Nairobi that offers a myriad of attractions and activities for the whole family. It is a beautiful oasis in the middle of a coffee farm close to Kiambu Town, about … read more
Ngong Hills
The Ngong Hills’ proximity to Nairobi, about 22km southwest of the city, makes it a very popular weekend destination for visitors from all over the country, including school groups. Some come to take walks while others picnic or worship on … read more
