Ol Donyo Sabuk Park Fourteen Falls 1 Day Tour
Ol Donyo Sabuk Park Fourteen Falls 1 Day Tour: A one-day tour from Nairobi typically combines a morning hike in Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park with an afternoon visit to Fourteen Falls, offering a mix of physical activity and scenic relaxation.
Discover the beauty of Fourteen Falls and Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park on a day trip from Nairobi. Enjoy a guided hike to the summit of Mount Kilimambogo, explore the historic MacMillan Castle, and see wildlife in the park.
Start your day with a visit to Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park and embark on a hike to the summit of Mount Kilimambogo. Follow your guide through diverse landscapes, thick forests, and grassy plains. Look out for wildlife such as buffalo, giraffes, and zebras as you hike.
After your hike, visit the historic MacMillan Castle, also known as Ol Donyo Sabuk Lodge. Explore the colonial-style mansion, which was the former home of British settler and philanthropist Sir William MacMillan. Stroll through the beautiful gardens, learn about Kenya’s colonial past, and then have lunch at the lodge.
Next, head to Fourteen Falls, a series of waterfalls created by the Athi River. Admire the breathtaking views, lush greenery, and the sound of cascading water. Take plenty of photos and enjoy a relaxing picnic in nature.
Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park & Fourteen Falls Day Tour Highlights
✓ Explore the historic MacMillan Castle and its beautiful gardens
✓ Look out for wildlife species such as buffalo, giraffes, and zebras
✓ Discover the beauty of Fourteen Falls and Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park
✓ Enjoy a picnic amidst nature and take in the breathtaking views of the falls
✓ Hike to the summit of Mount Kilimambogo and take in the panoramic views
Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park & Fourteen Falls Day Tour Itinerary
0700 Hours – 0830 Hours: Depart Nairobi for Thika (approximately65–85 km)
0900 Hours – 1300 Hours: Arrive at Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park for a guided hike to the summit of Mount Kilimambogo (2,145meters)
1300 Hours: – 1400 Hours: Lunch Picnic at the base of Oldonyo Sabuk National park or at the Ol Donyo Sapuk Resort
1430 Hours:30 PM – 1630 Hours: Visit Fourteen Falls for boat rides, photography, and to watch local divers
16:30 Hours – 1900 – Hours: Return drive to Nairobi
Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park & Fourteen Falls Day Tour Attractions
Guests information
Safety: An armed KWS ranger is required for the Ol Donyo Sabuk hike due to the presence of buffalo
What to Wear: Comfortable hiking shoes and sports clothes. Avoid white clothing as the red Thika soil can stain easily
Best Time to Visit: The dry season (January to March and July to October) is best for hiking trails. The waterfalls are most impressive during the rainy seasons, but can appear brown due to silt
Ol Donyo Sabuk Park Fourteen Falls 1 Day Tour departs upon request, and the highlights include hiking Oldonyo Sabuk (Mt Kilimambogo) and visiting the Fourteen Falls. Oldonyo Sabuk Mountain is a rugged hump-backed outcrop of ancient rock jutting high above the Athi Plains and hazily visible from Nairobi.
At 2,145 meters above sea level, Ol Donyo Sabuk is a densely forested mountain known to the local Kikuyu as ‘The Mountain of the Buffalo’, and to the Maasai as ‘The Big Mountain’. Just one road leads to its summit, which offers magnificent 360′ panoramas over the Athi River, the pineapple fields of Thika, and the snow-capped peaks of both Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya.
Within easy reach of Nairobi, the lush vegetation and cool air of this compact, scenic Oldonyo Sabuk National Park make for an ideal day trip or a camping weekend. The park covers an area of around 20 square kilometers. Ol Donyo Sabuk is Maasai and means “Mountain of Buffalo” – about 250 buffaloes can be found on the slopes today.
The Kikuyu tribesmen call the mountain Kea-Njahe, or the “Mountain of the Big Rain”, and consider it one of the homes of the Supreme Being Ngai. After conquering the challenge, we will pass by the famous Fourteen Falls on our way back to Nairobi.
Ol Donyo Sabuk Park Fourteen Falls 1 Day Tour Itinerary
0700 Hours: Depart the city and travel towards the central highlands of Thika. Only 80 Kilometers from the City Center, Oldonyo Sabuk is a rugged, hump-backed outcrop of ancient rock jutting high above the Athi Plains and hazily visible from Nairobi.
Ol Donyo Sabuk is a densely forested mountain known to the local Kikuyu as ‘The Mountain of the Buffalo’, and to the Maasai as ‘The Big Mountain’.
Highlights of hiking Oldonyo Sabuk Mountain include a montane landscape, wildlife watching, the butterfly kingdom, an unusual burial site, the grave of Sir William Northrop McMillan, geology, and abundant birdlife, among many other features.
Just one road leads to its summit, which offers magnificent 360′ panoramas over the Athi River, the pineapple fields of Thika, and the snow-capped peaks of both Mount Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya.
Within easy reach of Nairobi, the lush vegetation and cool air of this compact and scenic National Park make for an ideal day trip. A picnic lunch will be provided by African Spice Safaris at the Oldonyo Sabuk picnic site.
1400 Hours: On our way back, we pass by the famous Fourteen Falls before our return to Nairobi. Expected time of arrival: 1800 hours.
Ol Donyo Sabuk Park Fourteen Falls 1 Day Tour Prices
Ol Donyo Sabuk Park Fourteen Falls 1-Day Tour Prices include:
✓ Picnic lunch
✓ Return transport from Nairobi
✓ Complimentary bottled water (500ml)
✓ Guided trek to the peak of Mt Kilimambogo – Oldonyo Sabuk
✓ Park entry fees to Oldonyo Sabuk National Park & Fourteen Falls
| Dates From | Dates To | Price Per Person | Children Aged 8 to 12 Years |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st January 2026 | 31st December 2026 | Request for rates | Request for rates |
Notes
* What to bring:
* Make sure you bring your spirit of adventure
* Good camera to capture the moments, binoculars, sunglasses
* Drinking water, medication you might be on, painkillers, pocket money, and any other relevant items
* Comfortable trekking shoes, a hooded rain jacket, an extra change of clothes (t-shirt and bottom slacks), a shading cap/ hat, and sunblock cream
Ol Donyo Sabuk Park Fourteen Falls 1-Day Tour Prices Exclude:
* Drinks and extra meals
* Tips & Gratuities to your driver guide
* Medical, travel & personal insurance cover
* Any other item not mentioned in the inclusive list
* Supplement airport transfer cost applies to tours starting from the airport
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