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Moderate Day hike
Kiima Kimwe
Sat · 5 Sep Machakos
A short, steep climb above Machakos town with the whole of Ukambani opening up behind you.
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Outdoor adventure & community · Nairobi
Move. Explore. Belong.
From weekend adventures to epic challenges, TipwaTipwa brings people together to move, explore new places and find their people.
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On the mountain right now
Mt Kenya Lakes
Thu–Sun · 20–23 AugMt KenyaRutundu Route
Four days on the mountain by the crater lakes — Rutundu, Alice and Ellis — camping at altitude. No summit push; this one is about the water, the moorland and the company.
What's included
- Mountain trek on the Rutundu Route
- Road transfers from Nairobi and back, 4x4 inside the park
- Guides, porters and shared tents (2 per tent)
- All meals on the mountain
Cost
KSh 66,000
USD 1,300 on an international passport
Not included: prep hike costs, personal gear, insurance, tips. Cancellation policy applies.
Upcoming events
Your next adventure starts here.
Hikes, runs, rides, swims, mountain climbs and the socials in between — all
published a year ahead so you can plan around them.
30 events on the 2026 calendar
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Next up
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Sat 12 SepSocial Destination runClub Run
Destination TBC
5, 10, 15, 25 and 30km on a route away from the usual Saturday loops, then breakfast together at the finish.
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Sat–Sun 19–20 SepModerate Hike & camp weekendOlolokwe
Samburu
Up the sacred table mountain of the Samburu, camp on the summit plateau, and wake to the Mathews Range.
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Sun 27 SepAll levels Road raceGrand Jubilee Bike Race
Uhuru Gardens, Nairobi
A fully closed Southern Bypass, which is the whole point — a road race on Nairobi tarmac with nothing else on it. Ride the 75km main race, the 20km family ride, or put six together for the team race.
- 75km main race — two laps, built for speed
- 20km family fun ride — one lap, for everyone
- Team race — 3 men and 3 women, all six ride the full 75km, lowest combined time wins
- Black Mamba challenge, plus kiddies and paracycling categories
- Social riders, friends and family, and first timers all welcome
KES 1,550 · KES 7,800 per six-person team
When you register, select Club: TipwaTipwa — then tell us you're in so we ride together.
The rest of 2026
Dates, distances and difficulty, month by month.
October
3 events
November
2 events
December
1 eventRatings can change with the weather. Gear requirements and cost go out with each activity — call +254 708 418 440 to ask about any of them.
Nothing scheduled for that chapter in the rest of 2026 — see how that chapter runs.
Download the calendar
A PDF of everything still to come in 2026 — or read it here. Ratings can change with the weather, and gear requirements go out with each activity.
The community
Find your people.
You don't have to be the fastest runner, the strongest climber or the most experienced adventurer. You just have to show up.
TipwaTipwa is a movement of everyday people who choose motion, community and fitness as a lifestyle. We run, hike, swim, cycle, walk, lift, recover and grow side by side.
Different lanes, one community.
- Better health
- Accountability
- Mental clarity
- Strong friendships
- Joy
- We move, together
Come for the activity. Stay for the people.
Or just call +254 708 418 440 and ask us about the next one.
Seven chapters
Pick a lane. Or don't — most people end up in three.
Every chapter trains on its own schedule and they all show up for each other's big days.
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hikers
Most Saturdays
Day hikes rated easy to difficult, overnight camps, and up to three big mountains a year with a training plan behind each one.
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Runners
Tue, Thu & Sun
Early mornings around Lavington, Kileleshwa and Kilimani. All paces welcome, and no runner is left behind.
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cyclists
3rd Saturday, 7am
A monthly group ride out of Lavington at 7am. Mountain bikes and road bikes both welcome, beginner support provided, and one rule that is not negotiable: no helmet, no ride.
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swimmers
Wed, Fri & Sat
Structured swim sets three mornings a week, plus open water and the national Masters championships.
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triathlon
Season-based
Swim, bike, run. Karen Open, Shujaa 113 and the races that come with them.
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Walkers
Sundays, 6:30am
Sunday mornings at 6:30. Bring a chatty companion, or your kids, or neither. Walkers are most certainly welcome.
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Golfers
Several a year
Hike-and-golf weekends and course days that turn a round into a getaway.
On the trail
Most Saturdays look like this.
A river to cross, a log someone has laid across it, and a group working out the footing one at a time. No summit, no medal. Just the bit in the middle that nobody photographs.
The adventure
Go beyond the ordinary.
There is more to fitness than a gym. There are mountains to climb, roads to ride, trails to discover, distances to conquer and experiences waiting around the corner.
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Move
Run. Ride. Hike. Swim. Train.
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Explore
Discover Kenya and the outdoors through unforgettable experiences.
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Challenge
Push your limits and discover what you're capable of.
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Belong
Build friendships, community and memories along the way.
Up to three big mountains a year
Every summit has a training plan behind it.
- Mt Kenya
- Kilimanjaro
- Mt Meru
- Mt Elgon
- Rwenzori
Membership
Don't just join an event. Join the community.
Membership is how we protect what we've built and grow what comes next — not by buying a product, but by backing a movement.
- Priority access to every TipwaTipwa event and experience
- Seven chapters training every week, whichever lane suits you
- Structured training plans behind every big mountain
- Partner discounts negotiated for members
- Exclusive community moments, socials and the annual awards
- A branded welcome gift when you sign up
Annual membership
KES 6,000 per year
One fee, all seven chapters, the whole calendar. Renewable annually.
Join TipwaTipwaEmail admin@tipwatipwa.com or call +254 708 418 440 and we'll send the form.
Not ready to commit? Guests are welcome on most events — come and see.
Corporate experiences
Bring your team.
Great teams don't only connect in meeting rooms. We build outdoor, wellness and experiential programmes that bring people together and leave something behind.
- 1,883
- people through team experiences
- 21
- named corporate & community clients
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Team building
Purposeful experiences designed around communication, trust and collaboration.
Physical or virtual, from a 10-person remote team to 300 people on a field. Tailored to the objective you bring us, not to a fixed package.
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Workplace wellness
Active experiences that encourage healthier, more engaged teams.
Bonding lunches, meeting energizers, yoga and Zumba sessions, and CSR activities including tree planting.
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Sports & fun days
High-energy experiences that get people moving and connecting.
Relays, tug of war, football and volleyball, run by facilitators who know how to keep 200 people involved rather than watching.
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Adventure experiences
Hikes, challenges and outdoor adventures designed for your organisation.
Nature's boardroom — trail challenges, summit goals and white water, with the same safety discipline we run our member hikes on.
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Custom experiences
Tell us what you want to achieve. We'll build the experience around it.
Quiz nights, archery, off-sites and formats that do not have a name yet. Priced against the activities you actually want.
- Plan an experience
How we run it
- 01 Know the team Understand personalities, fitness levels and what the group can realistically take on.
- 02 Identify goals Define what the day has to achieve — bonding, communication, goal setting, breaking barriers.
- 03 Plan activities Build the programme around those objectives, physical or virtual, and brief the facilitators.
- 04 Measure and adjust Read the room and adapt on the day, then gather structured feedback afterwards.
Physical or virtual, ten people or three hundred. Priced against the activities you actually want — tell us the objective and we'll build the day around it.
Proof
We've been moving people for years.
- 10 years
- Moving people since 2015
- 1,883
- People through team experiences
- 21
- Corporate & community clients
- 30
- Events on the 2026 calendar
Teams we've worked with
16 of the 21 named in TipwaTipwa's own client record
- Mastercard Foundation 200 people
- KCB Biashara Club 300 people
- ICEA LION 120 people
- Copia Kenya 300 people
- Oikocredit 35 people
- East Africa Re 60 people
- Trans Business Machines 50 people
- VVOB Education for Development 15 people
- Ascent Africa 20 people
- Sahan Global 30 people
- Imalipay 20 people
- Mdundo 20 people
- UNSOS 10 people
- Nova Pioneer 113 people
- BNI Infinity 60 people
- African Berries 30 people
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Ten years of mountains
In March 2015, I signed up for a hike up Mt. Longonot. That day it rained 22 times, but the sheer joy of it, the camaraderie and the superb organization won me over. Five years later, TipwaTipwa has taken me up Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Kenya, Mt. Meru and Mt. Elgon. Their policy of no one left behind ensures everybody ends up with an unforgettable pleasant experience.
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Corporate delivery
TipwaTipwa effectively curated the event to bring the full team together in a friendly fun atmosphere, pushing the team out of our comfort zones. All the activities were engaging, fun, well organized, and efficiently delivered. We achieved our goals of team bonding, improved communication, teamwork and a memorable fun day.
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Kilimanjaro
You didn't just organise a hike. You created a safe space for courage to rise, for limits to be tested, and for strangers to become family. Thank you for taking me to the top of Africa — not just physically, but emotionally and spiritually.
The album
This is what a year looks like.
The Marathon Relay and the Off The Track sessions, shot by Simple Clique. Tap any frame to open it.
Partners & collaborations
Let's build something together.
TipwaTipwa works with organisations, brands and partners who believe in healthier people, stronger communities and better experiences.
- 10 yrs
- of turning up every week
- 7
- chapters to activate against
Backed by
The partners who stood behind the TipwaTipwa Awards — the night the year's summits, kilometres and personal bests get counted up.
Talk to us
Tell us what you're planning.
A first hike, a team day, a season of events, or something that doesn't have a name yet. Tell us the shape of it and we'll come back with how it could work.
- WhatsApp +254 708 418 440
- events@tipwatipwa.com
- Nairobi, Kenya
Before you come
The questions everyone asks first.
Still not sure? Call +254 708 418 440 and ask. Someone who has actually walked the route will answer.
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I've never done this before. Is it suitable for beginners?
Yes. We run programmes for all fitness levels, including complete beginners. Our guides and trainers will make sure you feel supported, and our running group welcomes every pace — no runner is left behind.
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How do you handle safety outdoors?
Safety is the first call we make. Guides and trainers are certified and experienced, every session starts with a briefing, and first-aid kits come with us. Hike ratings can change with the weather, and we always decide on the side of safety.
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What should I bring on a hike?
Comfortable, sturdy, grippy footwear, water, snacks, sunscreen and weather-appropriate clothing. A small backpack helps, and a hiking pole is worth having. Gear requirements are published with each activity.
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How long are the hikes?
Trekkers mostly do day hikes rated easy, moderate or difficult, and we tell you which to expect beforehand. We also run occasional overnight hikes where you trek by day and camp at night.
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Do you climb the big mountains?
Up to three a year, each preceded by a two to three month training plan. Mt Kenya, Kilimanjaro, Mt Elgon, Mt Meru and the Rwenzori, with new destinations added as we find them.
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I can't ride a bike. Can you teach me?
Yes. We partner with instructors who can take you from scratch to riding safely over longer distances. If you don't own a bike we can point you to where to rent one. Our one non-negotiable is simple: no helmet, no ride.
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How do I become a member?
Membership is KES 6,000 a year. Email admin@tipwatipwa.com or call 0708 418 440 and we'll send you the sign-up form. Members get partner discounts and a branded welcome gift.
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Do you have a gym or studio?
No. Everything we do happens outdoors, on the road, on the trail or in the water. That is rather the point.
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What's the cancellation policy?
Contact us at least 48 hours in advance to cancel or reschedule and avoid cancellation fees, which vary by event.
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What kind of groups do you work with?
All kinds — friends and families, church communities, schools and corporate teams, from small businesses to organisations bringing 300 people. Get in touch and we'll shape it around what you need.
Where are we going next?
- Your next hike.
- Your next ride.
- Your next challenge.
- Your next adventure.
- Your next community.
Move. Explore. Belong.