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What You Can Do In Karura Forest

Karura Forest is open to all visitors who share a love for nature and common respect for Kenya’s unspoilt natural beauty. There is a modest entry fee (see link below), and all proceeds go to maintaining Karura safe and secure.

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There are many things to do in Karura, and all activities are guided by the principal:

“Leave nothing behind but footprints, take nothing away but memories.“

Remember – Karura’s late beloved Patron, Prof. Wangari Maathai was quite clear. She did not want Karura to be turned into an ‘amusement park’, but rather kept undeveloped to serve as the green lungs and water catchment of Nairobi, and a place for all people to enjoy quietly and contemplate the importance of our environment.

Quick info:

Opening hours

06:00 AM to 18:00 PM
Last forest entry is at 17:45
Gates locked: 19:00 PM

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Currently, visitors are enjoying:

  • Walking or Just sitting
  • Jogging (5-, 10- and 15km trails are marked along forests paths)
  • Tree Planting
  • Horse-riding
  • Dog-walking (on-leash, except in designated sign-posted areas)
  • Mountain-biking
  • Bird-watching
  • Gathering in designated areas for any number of events: Educational tours, Concerts, Weddings, Team-Building, Exhibitions, Dog-training, Sport & Fitness…
  • Tennis (at the KFEET Centre grounds)

Heads up!

  • An obstacle fitness course is under construction in the Sigiria portion of the forest, just inside the Thigiri Lane gate.
  • Vehicles may be parked at the two main entrance gates (off Limuru Road and at the end of Thigiri Lane).
  • speed-limit-20-sign Driving is only permitted between the Limuru Road gate and the KFEET Centre. Speed limit strictly 20 kph.
  • Please note – for protection of wildlife, safety in the forest, and enjoyment of other visitors, no motorbikes,  loud music, campfires or fireworks are allowed.
To see each activity in detail, click here - Quick Links on the right

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