Is Karura Forest safe?

Karura Forest had a reputation as dangerous spot. Muggings, robbery and violence were common.

Is Karura Forest safe for tourists?

There are no large predators, making it safe for visitors.

What not to carry to Karura Forest?

What is Karura Forest famous for?

Located in the heart of Nairobi, Karura Forest is one of the city's most popular attractions, especially for those looking to escape hectic city life. On its grounds, you will not only find stunning, verdant nature, but also hiking and cycling trails, archaeological sites, caves, and diverse wildlife.

Are there wild animals in Karura Forest, Nairobi?

Karura Forest Reserve is located in the northern part of Nairobi city. At 1,041 hectares, it is one of the largest urban gazetted forests in the world. The forest contains nearly all the 605 species of wildlife found in Nairobi including three types of antelope.

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Are there toilets in Karura Forest?

Facilities: Bathrooms are available at the River Café for your convenience. Plastic Ban: Bring a reusable water bottle due to the plastic ban. Separate Charges: Keep in mind that activities have separate charges from entrance fees. Alcohol Ban: Alcohol is strictly prohibited within Karura Forest.

What do you wear to karura?

1. Wear comfortable shoes and appropriate clothing for outdoor activities. Bring water, snacks, and insect repellent, and consider renting a bike at the entrance to explore the forest more efficiently.

How much is the entrance fee at Karura Forest?

This guide provides a detailed breakdown of the current charges, effective from July 1, 2024. Kenyan citizens pay a daily entry fee of KES 100 for adults and KES 50 for children.

What is the meaning of Karura?

"gold-winged bird"; Skr. suparṇa). The karura is said to be enormous, fire-breathing, and to feed on dragons/serpents, just as Garuda is the bane of Nāgas. Only a dragon who possesses a Buddhist talisman, or one who has converted to the Buddhist teaching, can escape unharmed from the Karura.

Does Karura Forest have ziplining?

Zip lining is the famous activity done in Karura forest, here the responsible team ensures the safety of the tourists from end to end.

How much is the entrance fee to Arboretum?

At the time of this writing, the Nairobi Arboretum charged an entrance fee of Ksh50 and Ksh20 for adults and children respectively. The new fee as of September 2024 is ksh200 for resident adults. It is the same as the car park fee. Children pay ksh100.

What time does karura close?

Opening hours are from 6 am to 6 pm, and the last forest entry is 5:45 pm.

How much is the Nairobi National Park entry fee?

Citizen and Resident Rates

To promote domestic tourism, Nairobi National Park offers reduced entry rates for Kenyan citizens and East African residents from Tanzania, Uganda, South Sudan, Burundi, and Rwanda. For both adults and children, citizen or resident fees are Kshs 430/- and Kshs 215/- respectively.

How do I get to Karura Forest from CBD via bus?

Public transportation: From Nairobi City Center, take buses 11B, 106, 107, 108, 114, or 116 to reach the main entrance on Limuru Road. If you enter by the Kiambu Road KFS main gate, ride matatus 100 or 120.

Can you hike in Karura Forest?

Yes, there are 3 trails with scenic viewpoints in Karura Forest, including Sykes' Monkey - Family - Olive Path and Lake Trail, Sykes' Monkey and Lake Trail Loop, and Olive Path, Sykes' Monkey and Kfeet Track.

Does Karura allow snacks?

Karura Forest Guidelines

It should be a casual snack event for family and friends, without catering or temporary structures such as tents (see the Events section below). Open fires are also not permitted.

What animals are in the Karura Forest?

The forest is home to some 200 species of bird as well as suni, Harveys Duiker, bushbucks, bush pigs, genets, civets, honey badgers, bush babies, porcupines, Syke's monkeys, bush squirrels, hares, fruit bats, and various reptiles and butterflies.

How much does it cost to rent a bike in Karura?

Karura Forest Guidelines

There is a new depot at Sharks open 7 days a week, 8:00-18:00 (last time for returns: no hires after 16:00). Prices remain the same, 500/= for a two-hour hire. There are 15 top-notch trail bikes to choose from with more on order. Remember: please wear helmets, and shout 'Coming through!

Is it safe to go to Karura Forest?

Fine forest on the northern outskirts of Nairobi

Protests of students and environmentalists eventually secured the forest as a nature reserve. Fenced and guarded it is a safe zone and one can enjoy flora and even some wildlife. I saw monkeys and birds, but no duikers or other animals.

Can I wear black in Nairobi?

Lastly, black and navy are some of the colours not to wear in Kenya on safari because these tones attract nasty biting tsetse flies. However, I did not experience the tsetse flies in Samburu or Masai Mara in October.

Which gate to enter Karura Forest?

Karura Forest Location

The main entrance is on Limuru Road, after the Belgian Embassy. There are two other entrances at the Old Kiambu Gate on Old Kiambu road or the KFS main gate, which is off Kiambu road and opposite CID Headquarters.

How much does it cost to go to the Karura Forest picnic?

Karura Forest Charges & Entrance Fees

They also charge a fee of Ksh150 and Ksh100 per adult and child under 12 to use the picnic area.

What are the benefits of the Karura Forest?

In African tradition, natural sites like Karura are revered as sacred spaces. They embody the interconnectedness of people and nature, a bond rooted in respect and preservation. Moreover, the forest protects key water sources, ensuring steady infiltration of rainwater into underground aquifers.

How to dress for Karura Forest?

Karura Forest is very scenic and relaxing, with lots of trees and soothing hiking trails. Great biking trails too. Casual clothing with comfortable walking shoes is recommended. Do not bring anything plastic (bottles, packaging, etc), it will be confiscated.