Karura Forest
FKF organizes a range of fascinating guided walking tours inside Karura led by our expert guides. The trained guides can provide a wealth of information on the flora and fauna in the forest as well as the geology, history, and culture. The two-hour tours must be booked in advance, and all start at the Karura Forest Gate A off Limuru Road.
- Ecology of Karura Forest
- General Flora and Fauna
- Primate Tracking
- Bird Watching
- Vegetation Sampling
- Geology and Hydrology
- History and Culture
All tours start at Karura Forest Gate-A (off Limuru Road). The recommended times for the Specialized Tours are below:
Birding
Morning Session: 0700hrs
Afternoon Session: 1400 hrs.
Vegetation
Morning Session: 0900hrs
Afternoon Session: 1400hrs
Wildlife
Morning Session: 0900hrs
Afternoon Session: 1400hrs
History/Culture
Morning Session: 1000hrs
Afternoon Session: 1400hrs
There are various categories of the Eco Tours outlined below:
General Tour
A two-hour tour within the forest explaining different features and activities, combining introductions to wildlife, vegetation, birding, etc. Various circuits are available.
Your enjoyment will be enhanced if you bring:
- The official Karura Forest Map (also available to download on the website) and Guidebook, available to buy at the gates
- A pair of binoculars, especially birders
- Walking clothes and sturdy walking shoes
Advance bookings are essential. To book, please email us at ecotours@karurafriends.org detailing which tour you require, date and time, name, contact information and the number and ages of participants.
There are different charges for the various tours in addition to payment for Forest Entry and Parking Fees.
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