Planning a Ngong Hills hike? Entrance fees, trails, and what to expect

Plan a Ngong Hills hike near Nairobi with entrance fees, trail distances, activities and packing tips, plus advice on payments, safety and snacks for hikers.

Ngong Hills Forest Reserve, managed by the Kenya Forest Service, is one of the most accessible outdoor escapes near Nairobi. This article covers entrance fees, trail distances, activities, what to pack, and everything you need to plan your visit.

Ngong Hills Forest is located at the northern tip of Kajiado County, about 25 km from Nairobi city centre. The forest covers an area of 3,077.6 hectares.

The hills form a ridge along the Great Rift Valley, located southwest of Nairobi. The word "Ngong" is an Anglicisation of the Maasai phrase enkong'u emuny, meaning "rhinoceros spring."

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From the eastern slopes, the hills overlook Nairobi National Park and the city. From the western slopes, they overlook the Great Rift Valley dropping over 1,000 metres below, where Maasai villages have been developed.

Source: Tuko