Hiking in Kenya- Waterfalls Inn Tigoni, Limuru
Have you ever stood under a waterfall?
I mean, right in the middle of all the action with natures full unregulated force hailing down on you? I know, I know… before you ask. What the hell was I thinking, right?
Honestly, I wasn’t. The decision to jump in was insanely impromptu. So much so that reality only hit when the cold streams of water shook my body to the point where I struggled to catch my breath.
Ooooh, SHIT was my initial reaction too.
It felt as if the waterfall was out for vengeance, like tiny cold angry needles pounding on my roughly 56kg frame of fat and bones. To be honest, it was quite uncomfortable but equally exhilarating!
Mother nature is overwhelming yet nurturing, all your senses will be awakened, you’ll feel alive, powerful and re-energized. Even an intense feeling of being at peace and one with the universe. ( don’t judge me if I sound a bit crazy)
Believe me, your bucket list is not complete until standing under a waterfall is included. You have to experience the magic. Break your routine and maybe risk falling on a slippery rock. I did, slid…
I want to believe in slow motion. Although, both my inner ninja and adrenaline kicked in to somehow cushion my fall. As a result, I have a tiny badge of honor to prove it.
Did you know, Asians willingly sit under cold water as part of a purification ritual called Misogi. They believe this practice rejuvenates and strengthens one’s body and soul.
It also wards off depression, strengthens immunity, enhances pain and stress tolerance, So a cold shower often is actually good for you… I hate cold showers, to be honest
Hiking In Kenya, Limuru
The waterfall is located at an establishment called Waterfall’s inn. Deep within Limuru’s Tigoni community; which is heavily populated by foreigners.
Waterfall inn is one of the only places in Tigoni where one can get a panoramic view of Nairobi.
At first glance, it appears to have been a hot spot. Although currently, the horse stables at the entrance, lie empty & its beautiful restaurant is closed.
From the abandoned shell of a building overlooking the picturesque tea plantations. Its evident construction was halted years ago.
I’m no real estate expert but this place has so much potential. Aside from that, a quiet picnic, misogi, team building, and camping can still be achieved at this destination.
DIRECTIONS
Our hike started at Limuru town near St Pauls University which is 45minutes away from Nairobi CBD.
I boarded a 114 matatu from Koja stage near the fire station. Our first stop was Tigoni lake house, proceeded towards Brakenhurst School which eventually led us to Limuru girls Highschool which is a few kilometers from Waterfall Inn.
BREAKDOWN
TOTAL COST 500 ksh
- Transport 200 Ksh (to and from Limuru)
- Entrance Fee 300Ksh ( courtesy of Lets Drift Kenya discounted rate)
- Distance covered on foot 13KM
Also, don’t drink and hike or rather hike and drink.
I shamelessly downed cans of tusker Apple Cider (one of my favorite drinks) after the hike, tired was an understatement the next day.
Photography by
Interested in being a part of the next hike? Contact yours truly ( @wanjiru_njenga)
25 Comments
David
Wow so beautiful.
Am really amazed with your blog’s. Eyesight forward that can’t need someone to direct when on tour. I love it.
Johnson
Thanks dear…I am going for this next month.
Alex Kamau
Adventurous, funny and informative as always! The photos are just awesome! Great blog drift girl!
Ferdi Moggz
Damn… Quite a wonderful description of the drift experience.. I loved every bit of that place and Tigoni is a place I’ll definitely go back to… You have a way with words 😉😉 and those pictures, Damn☺💝
Sid
Wow i used to school and live around Tigoni eons ago …sweet sour memories have flooded in now.Thanks for this post.
Hamington Teddy
Gorgeous planning to go now
#ChinkuTravels
Tigoni has got very beautiful places that are hidden from many. Your adventure looks like it was an amazing one.
Keep sharing
Gift
Vivid visualisation of the place in words. A visit for sure .
Njuguna wa Ndungu
On my bucket list
sellah
Wow, I didn’t know about the cold showers, such a lovely post 😍
Brian
Quite informative blogs, thanks for sharing. I’m impressed!!!!!
wanjirunjenga
Thanks Brian, glad you enjoyed 😊
Ifrah
Such a beautiful description of the entire experience! And the photos? Damn gorgeous, now I have undescrible desire to hike
wanjirunjenga
hehe thank you Ifrah, you’re more than welcome to come for the next hike
Maina Gakere
Thank you for sharing this piece. You make me want to go back again back to my blogging days:)) I am learning new hidden gems in our country from you 🙂 The pictures are awesome and i like the way you explain…brief and somehow you feel the need to go there. About the Misogi rituali think i saw a documentary once on VICE about that. It’s a japanese ritual and it’s really interesting. The first poster is hilarious..haha Looking forward to your travelling blogs. You should consider starting a YouTube channel.
wanjirunjenga
Sweetie! You should totally go back! Hehe thanks I’ll consider it❤
Kelvin
When is the next hike? Thank you.
wanjirunjenga
Hi Kelvin, hikes are organized on certain days of the week depending on availability. Kindly reach out to Alex Kamau (I.G @letsdriftke) He’ll be more than glad to plan a trip for you
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Chris
Is there a ground that one can play field games? (football, running..etc)
wanjirunjenga
Hi Chris, this particular place is quite hilly so for playing football no, but running yes
Chris
Much appreciated for the prompt reply, i’m planning on visiting the place on May 18th.
wanjirunjenga
You’re welcome, do have a blast
Chris
Another thing, how much is the entrance fee, I saw yours was discounted.
Rheen
Amazing! Heading there soon!
wanjirunjenga
awesome Rheen! lemme know how it goes