The table mountain as the locals call it, is a stand -alone hill located along the scarps of the Great Rift Valley in a small portion of forest called Maji moto. The trek starts from the main Nairobi/Nakuru highway at the Lake Elementaita main gate and heads eastwards making a moderate climb towards a sharp hill. It then proceeds to make a gentle drop before making another sharp ascent to the table hill. The table hill offers a good vantage point for the beautiful land scape of the Great Rift Valley including the Lake Elementaita, Sleeping warrior, and the Aberdares among other features. Interestingly for those who will make it to the table hill, there is only one entry point which also serves as the exit, if you miss the exit you are trapped on top just like the maze game.
Done with the hill, the trek takes you through a gentle drop through Maji moto forest beat to a splendid hot springs that supplies water to the neighboring community. Finally, the trek descends towards the floor of the Rift Valley so as to end at the Kariandusi pre- historic site, where you get the opportunity to learn about fossils of animals and plants between 700,000 to 1 million years.
The whole trek is rated moderate takes approximately 6-7hours and is 18km long.
Trip Itinerary
Time Activity
5.00am Depart Nairobi for Elementaita Junction expected to arrive at 8.30am
12.30pm Enjoy your packed lunch or snacks at the peak as you view the scenic surroundings
5.00 pm End the hike and leave for Nairobi expecting to arrive at 8.00pm
What to wear and items to carry;
Comfortable running shoes or Waterproof hiking boot preferred
Gym/hiking pants (avoid jeans)
Polyester T-shirt
Change of clothes
Sunglasses
Hat/cap
Camera
Binoculars
Drinking water (3litres)
Sunscreen (Arimis oK) and Insect repellant
Heavy snack or picnic Lunch
Energy Bars
Poncho or a light Rain Jacket
Avoid unnecessary Items
Finally carry loads of fun with you and tag along with a friend!!
Cost
Adults- KES. 3850 per person, KES.4250 for residents and non- residents $65
Included:
• Transport to and from Elementaita
• Park Entry fee
• Guide fee
• Paramedic Fee
Lunch after hike (For more than 10 hikers)
Book your space by sending a non-refundable booking fee of KES. 1,500/- via Lipa na Mpesa Paybill 5211729 Account: TableMountain by 12th August 2025 and the balance by 15th August 2025
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For more information, please contact us on
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