This article focuses on the best activities to do at Kereita Forest. Kereita forest is located just an hour away from Nairobi in Kimende Town which is along the Nairobi-Nakuru highway. If driving, on the Nairobi – Nakuru highway, branch off at Total Petrol Station in Kimende. The directions to Kereita are very well indicated all through from there to the location.
The Forest is all about revitalizing your body and soul through active learning and direct experiences in a safe and friendly environment. So, grab your friend, take your family or rejuvenate with your colleagues at The Forest. It will provide you with a unique and unforgettable experience.
The Kenya Forest Service charges entry fees of Kshs 200 for adults and or Kshs 50 for students and for persons under 18 years to get access to Kereita Forest. The scope of action and adventure activities for those seeking an experience in a natural environment includes:
Best Things To Do At Kereita Forest
1. Ziplining
The Forest has the longest zip line in East Africa and Kenya offering over 2.2km of flight across the lush Kereita forest. This includes 6 zip lines with the longest being 430M. This is arguably the best location to go for the ultimate zip-lining experience. The Zip lining charges are Kshs 1,800 for 2 lines and Kshs 2,800 for the 6 lines. All payments are made via Paybill or M-PESA.
2. Mountain Biking
The forest provides an array of cycling trails for all cycling abilities; from easy 5 km loops to the more technical 15 km loops featuring steep ascents and single tracks. The single tracks will heighten your senses and adrenaline as you wind your way through the dense tropical forests.
It will cost you Kshs 1,000 for 1 hour or Kshs 2,000 for 4 hours to rent a bike at Kereita Forest. You can as well ride your bike for Kshs 1,000. Renting E-Bikes at the forest costs Kshs 1,500 for 1 hour and Kshs 3,000 for 4 hours.
3. Paint Ball
The atmosphere provided by the forest ranges from dense woodland areas to large open spaces, to vantage points, which gives you a chance to get into situations that will get excitement rushing through you as you scramble to win. Pick your team, get kitted out and start dodging exploding paintballs in one of the most exhilarating activities at The Forest. Make your booking early enough to enjoy your paintball experience.
The cost at Paintball Fury Kereita is Kshs 1750 for adults and Kshs 1600 for children for 100 paintballs to blast away. Additional 50 paintballs cost Kshs 500.
4. Archery
The Forest is a perfect spot for all who want to try their hands at archery for the first time or professional archers who will like to sharpen their skills. The bow and arrows are provided for you and you get tutored for the session you’ve paid for. Archery charges are billed hourly at Kshs 1200 for Adults and Kshs 1100 for children.
5. Camping
What could be more exciting than camping in the forest in Kenya? You will have the most natural connection with nature. The camping is secure; there will be a guard and a bonfire, and you can order food from their restaurant rather than cooking. The check-out time is 10 am and if you need to stay longer, you must pay for a daytime guard for Ksh 600.
Kereita Forest Camping Charges
- Adult: Ksh 1,000
- Child: Ksh 500
6. Footgolf
FootGolf is a combination of golf and soccer. It’s an intriguing game in which players kick the ball into a hole to score. Just like golf, but instead of a Golf Stick, you will use your foot to kick the “Golf” (Ball) into a hole. No soccer or golf skills are required; simply play the game and have fun in the forest with your friends. One hour for footgolf will cost you Ksh 1000 and Ksh 800 for children.
7. Horse Riding
Riding a horse through the lush green grass in and out of the forest is a unique but exhilarating experience. Feel like a cowgirl/boy. An experienced guide will be available to assist you whenever you require it.
Kereita Forest Horse Riding Charges
- 30 minutes, Adults for Ksh 1,800 and Children for Ksh 1,300
- 1 hour, Adults for Ksh 2,200 and Children for Ksh 1,700
- 4 hours, Adults for Ksh 5,000 and Children for Ksh 4,000
8. Fly Fishing
The forest offers a fantastic location for you to try your hand at fly fishing. The Gatemayo River is abundant with beautiful rainbow trout, a popular game for fly fishermen. The river is surrounded by pools and rapids that provide a tranquil place to fish in peace. New to fly fishing and would like to get the best experience on your first try out on the river? Not to worry, our professional instructions will teach you how to spin and bait the fish. The experience would not be complete without getting a chance to cook and enjoy the trout that you have caught.
9. Hiking
The Forest has interesting hiking trails and natural features like the Kereita Cave and Waterfall. The trails were established by Kijabe Environment Volunteers (KENVO), a local community-based organization that works to conserve this rich biodiversity. One of these trails, the Carbacid Trail, leads to the Kereita Waterfall on the Gatamaiyu River and an adjacent cave that is home to a small bat colony.
Kereita Forest bears the distinction of being the site of mass graves for over 5,000 victims of revenge attacks on the local population by the British colonial administration. These reprisals were triggered by the so-called Lari Massacre in March 1953, after Mau Mau combatants attacked and killed about 100 loyalists in this area, including the local colonial chief Kahangari.
The Forest Contacts
Contact: 0711 11 22 33
Email: info@theforest.co.ke
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