Castle Forest Hydrotherapy Hike is a day hike on the slopes of Mount Kenya, with the major attractions being water. At the heart of Kirinyaga, the Castle Forest offers breathtaking scenes and experiences, from the forest’s silence to a view of many bird species, and the noise of waterfalls. There are twin falls at the starting point, the pinnacle being the Kamweti Fall on the Kamweti River.
The hike begins at Castle Forest Lodge and proceeds inside the silent lush forest. You will cross rivers along as you head to Kamweti. The trail is generally friendly, with only a few muddy sections that are easily navigable, making it an ideal destination for you and your 8-year-old+.
At the drop of the water or behind the dropping Kamweti Fall is an excellent hideout to watch the waters from, not forgetting that you can immerse in the morning cold water to utilize your change of clothes.
Castle Forest Hydrotherapy Hike Stats
| Approximate Distance | Option 1: Castle Forest Lodge-Kamweti Fall- & back – 12 Km Option 2: Castle Forest Lodge-Kamweti Fall- Hut- & back – 19 Km |
| Approximate Time | 8 Hours |
| Maximum Elevation | 7,978ft (at the Hut) |
| Difficulty | This hike is beginner-friendly, but good physical health is recommended. |
Hike Essentials
| What to Wear | What to Carry |
| A hat or a baseball cap | At least 2L water (Use a refillable can. Disposable plastics are not allowed inside parks) |
| Well-treaded hiking boot | Electrolyte replenisher (Hydration mix, smoothies, crisps, nuts) |
| Hiking pants/summit pants | Rain poncho/raincoat |
| A windproof down jacket | Hiking stick |
| Sunscreen/petroleum jelly | Identification document |
| A light backpack with essentials | Change of clothes (weather changes are unexpected) |
Ticket & Booking Castle Forest Hydrotherapy Hike
| Residents (KES) | Non-Residents (USD) | |
|---|---|---|
| Shared Transport | 3,700 | 42 |
| Self-Drive | 2,300 | 21 |
| Booking | 2,300 | 20 |
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Trip Route
Nairobi-(via Thika Road)-Kirinyaga
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