How to choose headlamps in Nairobi for late descents, camping and Mt Kenya summit night: how many lumens you need, what runtime and IPX ratings mean, and where to buy one.
How to choose hiking shoes for women in Nairobi: how women’s fit differs, which shoe suits which Kenyan trail, sizing across UK, EU and US, and where to try pairs on.
A hiking gear checklist Kenya hikers can use for every trip, from Karura Forest day walks to the cold Point Lenana summit, with what to add for rain, altitude and nights out.
The Ol Donyo Sabuk hike climbs 9-10 km through buffalo country to Kilimambogo’s 2,145 m summit. Here is the route, how to get there from Nairobi, the best months and what to pack.
The Oldoinyo Lesatima hike crosses Aberdares moorland and the Dragon’s Teeth to the range’s 4,001 m summit. Here is the route, access from Nairobi, best months and what to pack.
The Table Mountain hike climbs about 1,000 m through forest and bog to a flat 3,800 m summit in Kenya’s Aberdares. Here is the route, access from Nairobi, best months and kit list.
How to choose hiking socks in Nairobi: merino vs synthetic, the right cushioning and height for Kenyan trails, fit, how many pairs to pack, blister prevention, care and where to buy on Thika Road.
Mt Kenya hiking explained for first-timers: how the Sirimon, Naro Moru and Chogoria routes compare, sample 4- and 5-day itineraries, the best months, altitude and training advice, and the gear that matters on summit night.
How to choose thermal wear in Nairobi for Kenyan hikes: merino or synthetic, light or midweight, how a base layer should fit, care tips and where to try thermals on at Mountain Mall.
How to choose sleeping bags in Nairobi by the coldest camp on your trip, from +10°C Rift Valley nights to sub-zero Mt Kenya camps, with down vs synthetic, thrifted checks and where to try one on Thika Road.
