Kinale Forest has located 60 km from Nairobi along the Nairobi- Naivasha highway, Kinungi route. The forest has several largely unexplored tourist attractions including Thiririka Water Falls, Theta Dam, breathtaking scenes along the Kikuyu Escarpment, hiking routes through the Old Kijabe centre and Kenton Hill View Point. Hikers and visitors to the forest pay an entry charge of Ksh 200, whereas campers pay Ksh 650 per person. This is a worthwhile nature retreat, a place to explore and unwind.
Kinale is a floral mosaic where orchids grow in plenty, as well as bamboo stalks due to the area’s high altitude. As you walk into the forest, the trees of Kinale tower over you. In the early morning, the fog takes precedence over the pathways and you’d probably need a torch to find your way through this forest. Be sure to carry your camera to capture the fog that evokes ” the horror type of vibes” in the wee morning hours.