• Rhino Hill Traverse, Aberdares

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A Hidden Gem

Rhino Hill is a new trail that can be accessed through Table Mountain or Seven Ponds. This traverse challenge is for experienced hikers who are seeking scenic and strenuous adventure than the usual Seven Ponds- Table Mountain Traverse.

The initial ascent, 6.5 km, starts at Kwa Matu and climbs steeply to Seven Ponds. The traverse to Rhino Hill, 3km, begins with bushwhacking across the bogs, followed by a challenging climb to the summit. We descend through the golden moorland to Table Mountain summit. The final challenge is a 5.5km steep descent to Kwa Matu

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Distance

16 Km

Difficulty

challenging

Duration

10 hours

Max Elevation

3890m

Elevation Gain

1200m

Date

02/11/2024

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Itinerary

3:00 a.m Meet-up at International House Parking, City Hall Way
3:05 a.m Departure for Kwa Matu
6:00 a.m Arrival at Kwa Matu
6:20 a.m Hike starts
9:00 a.m Summit Seven Ponds
12:30 p.m Summit Rhino Hill
1:30 p.m Summit Table Mountain
6:30 p.m Expected departure for Nairobi

Pricing

Ticket Price
Citizen Kes 4,500/=


Till Number: 5628749
What to wear

  • Breathable T-shirt
  • Gym tights/cargo pants
  • Fleece jacket
  • Sun hat/cap
  • Waterproof shoes
What to carry

  • Identification documents
  • 3L water (carry a reusable water bottle or hydration pack)
  • Suitable snacks(i.e,. trail mix(nuts), energy bars, fruit salads, sandwiches, biscuits)
  • Rain gear(poncho, rain pants& leg gaiters)
  • Hiking Pole