Mount Satima Dragon's Teeth: A Breathtaking Magic of Rock Wonders
Mount Satima Dragon's Teeth: A Breathtaking Magic of Rock Wonders2026sat28mar3:15 am10:30 pm
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Aberdare Ranges
Event Details
At the heart of the Nyandarua Ranges, Mount Satima Dragon’s Teeth is a trail for every trail enthusiast lookig for an easy hike with nature’s
Event Details
At the heart of the Nyandarua Ranges, Mount Satima Dragon’s Teeth is a trail for every trail enthusiast lookig for an easy hike with nature’s magic. Mount Satima through Dragon’s Teeth has magical rock formations that leave you with the “Aww! what a hike!” moments.
Mount Satima Dragon’s Teeth involves a long drive and a short hike that beginners can do. Having a level of fitness is essential to help you deal with the high elevation on the mountain. The hike begins at Twin Rocks Campsite and follows through to the Road End where the trail begins.
After 2KM hike, the rest is a scenery until you come back. Carry a suit or a dress inside your bag and the trail wont let you down.
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION | Simba Street (Between International House & Hilton) |
| DEPARTURE TIME | Please arrive by 3:15 AM for a Strict departure at 3:30 AM. |
| RETURN TIME BACK TO NAIROBI | Approximately 10:30 PM. |
| Approximate Hiking Distance | 16KM |
| HIKE Time | 1 DAY |
| Maximum Elevation | 13,115ft (at Mount Satima Peak) |
| Difficulty | This hike is ideal for fit beginners with good physical health. |
| TICKET INCLUDES | Your ticket covers transportation, park/conservation fees, guide, refill water, trip memoir, and support before, during, and after the event. Learn more inclusions here. |
What to Wear/Carry
We have a gear checklist here that provides the appropriate gear. Knowing that the weather keeps changing in the mountains is also vital. Therefore, it is about adding and removing layers as you move. Below is a minified gear checklist for Mount Satima Dragon’s Teeth;
| What to wear | What to carry |
| A hat or a baseball cap | At least 2L water |
| Sports attire | Electrolyte replenisher (Hydration mix, smoothies, crisps, nuts) |
| Hiking pants or shorts with tights | Rain poncho/raincoat |
| A windproof down jacket | Trekking pole |
| Well-treaded hiking boot/hiking shoes | Identification document |
| Sunscreen/petroleum jelly | Change of clothes (weather changes are unexpected) |
Ticket & Booking Mount Satima Dragon’s Teeth
| EA Citizen (KES) | Kenyan Resident (KES) | African Citizen (USD) | Non-Resident (USD) | |
| Shared Transport | 4,800 | 5,100 | 72 | 103 |
| Self-Drive | 2,800 | 3,100 | N/A | N/A |
| Booking | 3,000 | 3,000 | 40 | 70 |
How to Pay
| Recommended | Scroll down and use the tickets panel below the event description for M-Pesa express tickets. |
| Alternative | Use M-Pesa Paybill No: 542542 and Account No: 409040 |
| Non-Residents | If the payment details above are unavailable to you, please request alternative ways to pay. |
| Note 1 | If you use the alternative pay, register your payment here to help us reach you. We allow a booking fee as described in the table above and you can also request more flexible payment terms. You shall clear the balance the day before departure. |
| Note 2 | Booking is done through partial or complete payment, not by word of mouth. If you book with a partial payment, you shall clear the balance the day before departure. Hikers Arena Refund Policy applies. By participating, you consent to Hikers Arena participation terms & the Website terms. |
Trip Route
Nairobi-(via Thika Road)-Ndaragwa
Inquiries and Updates
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