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Our group hikes from Nairobi are private day trips for 10 to 50 people. Pick Ngong Hills, Mount Longonot, Kijabe, Elephant Hill, Sleeping Warrior or Ol Donyo Sabuk. We bring the bus, guides, fees, packed lunch and first aid. Prices start from KES 3,000 per person for Ngong Hills.
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- FromKES 3,000per person, Ngong Hills, group of 13 or more
- Duration1 daypickup 6 am, back by 6 pm
- StartsNairobione pickup point you choose
- Group size10 to 50 hikersbigger groups on request
- StylePrivate, your own date
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Group hikes from Nairobi are the easiest way to get your people outside. Friends, chamas, church youth groups, running clubs and office teams all book with us. You choose the hill and the date. We handle everything else.
That means a van or coach from one pickup point, trained guides, park or forest fees, a packed lunch, water and a first aid kit. Your group leader gets one plan in writing and one price per person. Nobody has to chase anyone for fuel money.
This page compares the six most popular hikes for groups, with honest prices for a van group and a coach group. If you would rather join other hikers on a fixed date, see our hiking trips from Nairobi instead.
Highlights
- Private bus or van from one pickup point in Nairobi
- Six hikes from easy to hard, matched to your group's fitness
- One guide for about every 10 to 15 hikers, plus a sweeper at the back
- Fees, packed lunch, water and first aid included
- Pay by Mpesa, with a deposit to hold the date
- Add a team challenge, birthday cake or nyama choma at the end
Day by day plan
- Day 1
A typical group hike day (Mount Longonot)
Your bus leaves the pickup point at about 6:00 am. Breakfast snacks on board. Arrive at Mount Longonot gate near 8:00 am for registration and a safety briefing. Climb to the crater rim in about 1.5 to 2 hours. Strong walkers go around the rim while others rest at the top and enjoy the view of Lake Naivasha. Packed lunch at the gate around 1:00 pm. Stretch, take group photos and head home. Back in Nairobi by about 5:30 to 6:30 pm, depending on traffic.
Guide prices per person, Kenyan citizen fees, private group from Nairobi
| Hike | Group of 13 (14 seater van) | Group of 30 (33 seater coach) |
|---|---|---|
| Ngong Hills, easy to moderate | KES 3,000 | KES 3,000 |
| Ol Donyo Sabuk, easy to moderate | KES 4,000 | KES 4,000 |
| Kijabe Hills, moderate | KES 4,000 | KES 3,500 |
| Mount Longonot, moderate to hard | KES 4,000 | KES 4,000 |
| Sleeping Warrior, moderate to hard | KES 4,000 | KES 3,500 |
| Elephant Hill, hard | KES 4,500 | KES 4,000 |
- Guide prices. Your final price is confirmed in writing when you book.
- Residents and non residents pay higher park fees, so their price is higher on KWS hikes.
- Smaller groups can book a 7 seater van at a higher rate per person.
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Pick your dates and group. See the total. Hold it with a deposit.
Pay by Mpesa, bank transfer or card once we confirm in writing. Free changes until you confirm.
Included
- Private van or coach with driver from one pickup point
- Park or forest entry fees at citizen rates
- Lead guide plus a back marker for larger groups
- Packed lunch and drinking water
- First aid kit and a pre hike briefing
- Written plan for the group leader to share
Not included
- Hiking boots, poles and rain gear
- Extra snacks and drinks
- Higher fees for residents and non residents
- Personal accident insurance
- Tips for guides and driver
Which group hikes from Nairobi suit beginners?
Ngong Hills and Ol Donyo Sabuk are the friendliest starts. Ngong is about an hour from the city centre. You can walk one or two of the seven peaks and turn back whenever you like. The full ridge takes up to six hours for strong walkers.
Ol Donyo Sabuk near Thika has a wide track to the summit through forest. Buffalo live in the park, so you walk with a ranger or guide. Both hikes work well for mixed groups where some people rarely exercise.
Which hikes are best for fit groups?
Mount Longonot is the classic test. The climb to the rim is steep and dusty, then the rim circuit adds a few more hours. Many Nairobi hikers do it as a monthly challenge.
Elephant Hill in the Aberdares is harder. It starts near Njabini, about 90 km from Nairobi. The trail climbs from around 2,600 to over 3,600 metres. Expect about 7 hours of walking with cold weather at the top. Sleeping Warrior above Lake Elementaita is shorter but steep, with flamingos on the lake below. Kijabe Hills sit in the middle, with forest, old railway tunnels and waterfalls.
- Easy to moderate: Ngong Hills, Ol Donyo Sabuk
- Moderate: Kijabe Hills
- Moderate to hard: Mount Longonot, Sleeping Warrior
- Hard: Elephant Hill
How much do group hikes from Nairobi cost?
Prices start from KES 3,000 per person for Ngong Hills and reach about KES 4,500 for Elephant Hill. The price covers transport, fees at citizen rates, guides, lunch, water and first aid.
Group size changes the price because the bus is shared. A 13 person group fits a 14 seater van. A 30 person group fills a 33 seater coach. For long trips like Sleeping Warrior and Kijabe, the coach works out cheaper per head.
What are the entry fees for popular hikes?
Under the KWS fees from October 2025, Mount Longonot and Ol Donyo Sabuk each cost KES 500 for East African citizens, KES 675 for residents and USD 50 for non residents. Ngong Hills Forest is managed by the Kenya Forest Service and charges citizens about KES 250.
Sleeping Warrior and Ugali Hills charge about KES 215 for citizens and residents and USD 22 for non residents, according to a recent hiking guide. Elephant Hill fees and any ranger escort are confirmed when you book. Our price already includes citizen fees.
Who books group hikes from Nairobi with us?
Chamas use a hike as their monthly meeting with a view. Churches and youth groups plan them as retreats. Running clubs use Longonot for hill training. Companies book hikes as cheap, healthy team days.
For office groups we add simple team challenges at the summit or a lunch venue after the walk. See our team building activities in Nairobi and our chama trip packages for longer trips.
How do you keep a large group safe?
We send one lead guide for about every 10 to 15 hikers and a back marker so nobody walks alone. The guide sets a pace the slowest person can hold. We carry a first aid kit and know where the nearest exit point is on each route.
Before the day, we share a packing list and ask about medical conditions. On the day, the guide gives a short briefing. Anyone who feels unwell turns back with a guide. On Longonot, the rim walk is optional, so slower hikers can rest at the top.
What should each hiker bring?
Good shoes matter most. Trail shoes or boots with grip beat new trainers every time. Bring at least 2 litres of water, a hat, sunscreen and a light rain jacket. Elephant Hill needs warm layers and gloves.
Carry your ID card for park registration and some cash or Mpesa for snacks. A small backpack keeps your hands free on steep parts.
How do you book a group hike?
The group leader sends us a WhatsApp message with the hike, date, rough group size and pickup point. We reply with a written plan and a price per person. A deposit by Mpesa holds the bus and guides. Final numbers are due three days before the hike.
Authentic Adventures has run trips from Nairobi since 2015. Our office is at Pili Trade Centre on Mombasa Road. For single hikes on our public calendar, see Ngong Hills hike and Mount Longonot hike.
Optional add on
Add a round of golf to this trip
Turn the trip into a company golf day at Windsor. Beginners get a coach. Everyone else gets a scorecard and a prize to chase.
Windsor Golf HotelGreen fee from KES 7,500 on a weekdayAbout the course
Where would you like to stay?
- Green fee and caddie
- Clubhouse lunch
- Private car and driver
- Tee time booked for you
Guide price for a weekday round. Weekend rounds, buggies, club hire and more golfers are all in the planner. We confirm every line in writing before you pay.
How to book Group Hikes from Nairobi for Friends, Chamas and Teams
- Send your dates. Message us on WhatsApp with your dates, how many people are coming and the ages of any children. Tell us your budget. We plan with it, not around it.
- Get a written quote. We reply with a clear price per person, what it includes and what it does not. If a cheaper hotel or a shorter route makes more sense, we say so.
- Tweak it until it fits. Change a hotel, add a night or swap an activity. Changes cost nothing until you confirm.
- Confirm with a deposit. A deposit holds your rooms, seats and transport. You get a written confirmation with every detail and the date the balance is due.
- Travel day. Your driver meets you with a name board. You have their number and ours for the whole trip.
Pay by Mpesa, bank transfer or card on our secure checkout at book and pay. Prefer to plan face to face? Our office is at Pili Trade Centre on Mombasa Road, opposite Hilton Garden Inn and next to Argyle Grand Hotel.
Questions people ask
What is the easiest group hike near Nairobi?
Ngong Hills is the easiest for most groups. It is about an hour from the city, the paths are clear and you can turn back after one or two peaks. Ol Donyo Sabuk is also gentle, with a wide track to the summit. Both suit groups with mixed fitness.
How much is a group hike from Nairobi?
Our private group hikes cost from KES 3,000 per person for Ngong Hills to about KES 4,500 for Elephant Hill. Prices include transport, citizen fees, guides, packed lunch, water and first aid. The bigger your group, the lower the transport cost per person on longer routes.
What is the minimum group size?
Our group prices are built for 13 or more hikers in a 14 seater van. Smaller groups can still book a private hike in a 7 seater van, at a higher price per person. Solo hikers and couples can join our public hiking calendar instead.
How long does the Mount Longonot hike take?
Most groups reach the crater rim in 1.5 to 2 hours. Walking the full rim adds about 2 to 3 hours. With the drive, plan a full day: leave Nairobi at 6 am and return by about 6 pm. Fit groups can do the rim. Others can rest at the viewpoint.
Do we need a guide for Ngong Hills?
A guide is strongly advised for groups. The ridge has several paths and weather can change fast. A guide also keeps the group together and knows the safe exit points. Our price includes guides, so your group leader can enjoy the hike too.
Can we combine a hike with team building?
Yes. Many companies pair Ngong Hills or Longonot with team games and a late lunch. We can add facilitators, a venue with a garden and a nyama choma lunch. Tell us your group size and budget and we send a full plan.
Sources we checked: KWS park fees from October 2025; Ngong Hills Forest Reserve fees and trail; Sleeping Warrior and Ugali Hills entrance fee; Elephant Hill route notes; Kajiado and Ngong fees; Authentic Adventures van and coach hire rates. Rules and fees change, so we confirm them again when you book.
Ready when you are. Send your dates and group size. We reply with a clear price and a plan you can change.
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