Going to hike Mount Longonot was the best decision I made. Not only did it help me make up my mind about going to Mount Kenya, but it was also a rather good experience and I met some really interesting people too. You can read all about that trip here. So I thought to share […]

The day began at 5.20 am when my alarm went off. I had already set aside what I was going to wear and packed a few things, but I still had to prepare my lunch and a few snacks. Excitement started brewing in my stomach but quickly turned to apprehension. I started second-guessing if I […]

I have always thought you had to be a ninja to take up hiking, but after a few mountaineering friends encouraged me to do it, I am up for the challenge.

This beautiful town is not what it used to be a couple of years back. It has really been through a lot of mishaps, damaging fires, befouled beaches, all which led to local investors upping and leaving, resulting from declining business. But the local community, together with private organizations and the local government are working hard to restore this town to its former glory.