The helmet’s on. The harness tightens. Below you—trees, rocks, and a drop steep enough to question your life choices. Someone on the other end waves. Then the guide nods. You lift your feet.
And suddenly, you’re flying.
This is ziplining in Nairobi—where gravity gets a little creative, and adventure hides just outside the city traffic.
Because sometimes you want to feel like a superhero without needing a cape—or a visa stamp.
Nairobi isn’t just game drives and giraffes. Just outside the city limits are treetops, ridgelines, and zipline courses that throw you into the sky, heart racing, wind howling, and scenery flying past at 50 km/h.
It’s the fastest way to clear your mind—and your lungs.
You’re standing on a platform, legs shaking, pretending you’re not scared.
The guide clips you in, jokes about your last words, and steps back.
For a second, nothing happens. Then everything does.
The wind slaps your face, trees blur beneath you, and suddenly you’re laughing mid-scream.
At the other end, you land feet-first, breathless and grinning.
And then you say, “Let’s do that again.”
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The Forest Adventure Centre – Kereita Forest
Distance from Nairobi: ~1.5 hours (Kimende, along Nairobi–Nakuru highway)
Highlight: Longest zipline in East Africa – 2.2 km across 6 lines
Setting: Forest canopy, scenic valleys, pine-scented air
Other activities: Archery, mountain biking, paintball, nature walks, forest café
Who it’s for: Adrenaline seekers, groups, day-trippers
Kompass at Ngong Hills
Distance from Nairobi: ~45 minutes
Highlight: Zipline across the iconic Ngong Hills with city and Rift Valley views
Setting: Ridgeline zipline with wind turbines and dramatic landscapes
Other activities: Archery, horseback riding, quad biking, hill hikes
Who it’s for: Instagrammers, nature lovers, those who want adventure with a view
Paradise Lost – Kiambu
Distance from Nairobi: ~30 minutes
Highlight: Zipline across a dam and waterfall
Setting: Family-friendly, more scenic than extreme
Other activities: Cave exploration, paddle boats, picnic areas, camel rides
Who it’s for: Families, kids, gentle adventurers
Dry season (Jan–March, July–October): Clear skies, dry platforms, ideal for ziplining and hiking.
Green season (April–June, Nov–Dec): Still open, but some platforms might be slippery. Trails get muddy. Fewer crowds.
Morning hours offer the best light and fewer people. Avoid late afternoons if you’re nervous—wind tends to pick up.
| Location | Adult | Child |
| The Forest (Kereita) | KES 1,800–3,000 | KES 1,500+ |
| Kompass (Ngong Hills) | KES 1,000–2,000 | KES 800+ |
| Paradise Lost | KES 500–800 | KES 400+ |
Packages vary depending on number of ziplines, group size, and additional activities. Combo tickets are available at all locations.
By Car or Taxi: All zipline sites are accessible via Uber or private hire from Nairobi. Expect:
30–45 mins to Paradise Lost or Ngong
1.5 hours to Kereita/The Forest
By Tour Package: Many Nairobi operators offer group day trips that include transport, meals, and multiple activities.
Ziplining in Nairobi isn’t just about speed. It’s about freedom. For 30 seconds, gravity doesn’t win. Fear doesn’t matter. And the world becomes trees, wind, and a rope holding your joy in midair.
So—ready to let go?
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