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Overview
Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park covers about 20.7 km² around a forested mountain north-east of Nairobi, near Thika. It was gazetted in 1967.
The name means “big mountain” in Maa. A road and trail climb to the summit at about 2,145 m, with views of Mount Kenya and Kilimanjaro on clear days.
Nearby on the Athi River are Fourteen Falls, a popular picnic spot. The park is an easy day trip from Nairobi for hiking and picnics.
Wildlife & Biodiversity
Wildlife
Buffalo are the main large animals, along with bushbuck, duiker, colobus and Sykes’ monkeys.
Birds
The montane forest is good for birds.
Best Time to Visit
Short answer: June to October and January to February, during the dry seasons.
| Months | Season | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Jan – Feb | Short dry season | Warm, dry and good for game viewing. |
| Mar – May | Long rains | Green and quiet. Some tracks can be muddy. |
| Jun – Oct | Long dry season | The best game viewing and the busiest time. |
| Nov – Dec | Short rains | Afternoon showers and green landscapes. |
Hike with a ranger. Buffalo can be dangerous.
Getting There
By air
| Airport | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jomo Kenyatta International (NBO), Nairobi | Most international visitors | About 1.5 hours by road. |
By road
From Nairobi, take the Thika highway to Thika, then follow the signs to Ol Donyo Sabuk.
Entrance & Fees
Kenya Wildlife Service charges a daily conservation fee per person, paid electronically through eCitizen. Ol Donyo Sabuk is one of KWS's scenic parks.
| Visitor | Adult | Child / student |
|---|---|---|
| Non-resident | US$50 | US$25 |
| African citizen | US$20 | US$10 |
| Kenyan resident | KSh 675 | KSh 350 |
| East African citizen | KSh 500 | KSh 250 |
Confirm the current rates on the KWS website before you go.
Fees last checked October 2026 against the KWS conservation fees schedule (October 2025).