The Twelve Apostles Ultraverse
The Twelve Apostles Ultraverse2026sat10oct2:45 am10:30 pm
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Event Details
The 12 Apostles Ultraverse is an immersive hike into the vast wilderness in the southern Aberdare Ranges. If you are familiar with Elephant Hill Hike or Mau Mau Peak,
Event Details
The 12 Apostles Ultraverse is an immersive hike into the vast wilderness in the southern Aberdare Ranges. If you are familiar with Elephant Hill Hike or Mau Mau Peak, the 12 Apostles follow the same trail all the way to Mau Mau Peak and back to the last climb to the pinnacle of Elephant Hill, where it branches to the right as you head to Mount Kinangop. When the trail branches close to Elephant Hill summit, it follows a steep descent through the Punisher down the Kinangop Valley.
Close to the base of the far rear peak of Mount Kinangop, the trail diverts to the 12 Apostles, and the adventure continues. The Summit is a series of peaks. Getting to the summit is by climbing a vertical rock and another final hill to reach the Eye of the 12 Apostles (A hole under the summit of the 12 Apostles).
After here, you head to Mount Kinangop and then head to Mutarakwa gate where the hike ends.
Quick Summary
Departure time & location: 2:45 a.m., at Simba Street
Approximate hiking distance: 35km
Available hiking time: 11 hours
Maximum elevation gain: 1106m
Highest elevation: 12,810ft
Hike difficulty: This hike is suitable for those with prior high-altitude hiking experience and good physical fitness, especially for hikes above 3500m, to ensure you can handle the demanding terrain and elevation gain.
Knowing the mountain weather can change suddenly, proper gear and clothing are vital
We have a gear checklist here that provides the appropriate gear. Since mountain weather can change rapidly, be prepared to add or remove layers as needed for comfort and safety.
| What to wear | What to carry |
| A hat or a baseball cap | At least 2L of water |
| Sports attire | Electrolyte replenisher (Hydration mix, smoothies, crisps, nuts) |
| Hiking pants or shorts with tights | Rain poncho/raincoat |
| A windproof down jacket | Hiking stick |
| Well-treaded & comfortable shoe | Identification document |
| Sunscreen/petroleum jelly | Change of clothes (weather changes are unexpected) |
Ticket Includes
Your ticket covers transportation, park/conservation fees, guide(s), refill water, trip memoir, and support before, during, and after the event. Learn more inclusions here.
| East African Citizen (KES) | Kenyan Resident (KES) | African Citizen (USD) | Non-Resident (USD) | |
| Ticket | 5,600 | 6,000 | 70 | 100 |
| Booking | Register a payment of at least Kes 1,000 here | Request a USD bank account here | ||
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Trip Route
Nairobi-(via Waiyaki Way)-Njabini
Inquiries and Updates
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