Are you looking online for the best running tours in Kenya? By that, we mean that you combine your running with other sports activities? If this sounds like you, then this is the right place. Baecation Adventures will listen to and tailor-make an itinerary that will suit all your needs.
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Running Tours in Nairobi, Kenya.
Kenya is widely known for producing the best marathoners in the world. Thus, many running enthusiasts have a desire to come and practise their runs here. Several hosts offer accommodation services while you train with the professional marathoners.
If you have visited Nairobi briefly and you would want to experience running in Kenya, you can hire our running kit and embark on a run. Also, if you have travelled with your running kit, we not only propose the best running places in Nairobi, but we will also take you there.
For people with a limited stay in Nairobi, Kenya, we would suggest they run to either;
- Karura Forest Running Tours.
- Ngong Hills Running Tours.
- Ol Donyo Sabuk running Adventure.
- Hell’s Gate Running Adventure.
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Karura Forest Running Tours with Baecation Adventures.
Let’s say you have to go to Nairobi city for a meeting with a tight schedule, and you would want to run. Our number one proposal will be the Karura Forest. This package ensures that you are picked up from your hotel and taken to the forest.
You have the option of hiring a private guide at an extra cost. The guide acts as your pace setter and sets the route depending on how many KM you want to run.
Karura Forest has the beauty of the waterfalls and Mau Mau caves, which make the place outstanding. Additionally, you can rent a bicycle and enjoy the scenery. Please talk to us if this is something that you would want to do during your stay in Nairobi.
2. Ngong Hills Running Tours.
Ngong Hills is another popular place that we recommend to our clients. The main advantage is its elevation which is 2,200m ASL. Training at this high altitude, especially before participating in a marathon, is highly advised.
Our professional driver will pick you up from your hotel. If you prefer to hire a guide, you are welcome to do so. He will plan your route map and act as your pace setter. However, you can run or hike at Ngong Hills on your own.
Baecation Adventures has special packages for larger groups and corporates who need a good team building place. Please reach out to us if this is something that you can consider doing.
3. OL Donyo Sabuk Run.
Elite runners will find Ol Donyo Sabuk or Kilimambogo hills very easy. Its summit is at 2,000m ASL. Needless to say, it is still another good training ground to test your endurance before participating in a Kenyan marathon.
Your best-running tour company in Nairobi, Kenya, has designed packages for you. whether you are solo, a couple, a family or a group. Our running tour packages entail picking you up in our tourist vans, hiring running guides, and providing meals.
However, we remain open to your suggestions on what to include and what not to. So, the next time you get bored sitting in a Nairobi hotel, reach out to us and let us know which running tours excite you!
4. Hells Gate Running Adventure
There are so many adventure enthusiasts who need to run with the wild animals. This is only possible at the Hells Gate Naivasha or Crescent Island. Since Naivasha town is just 2 hours drive from Nairobi, it has become one of the most visited towns in Kenya.
Running at Hells Gate Park package entails us picking you up from your hotel and driving you all the way to Naivasha. By the way, you need to note that since the location is volcanically formed, it is hot and dusty. So, it is for those runners who prefer higher temperatures and can deal with dusty conditions.
Obviously, there are many other activities that you can do in Hell’s Gate, Naivasha, such as cycling, rock climbing, boating at the lake, and golfing.
Nairobi Major Marathons in Kenya Today
On the other hand, other individuals visit Nairobi during the main Marathon events such as;
- Standard Chartered Marathon which happens in October.
- Nairobi City Marathon – September.
- Lewa Safari Marathon – June
- Eldoret City Marathon – October
- Kilimanjaro Marathon – February.
Your best running tour company in Kenya can organise travel packages that include your running tours. By so doing, we ensure that you get to experience more than just doing the traditional wildlife safari.
In other words, you get an opportunity to do other activities either before or after the main running or marathon events. For example, you can choose to do a wildlife safari before/after participating in a Nairobi Marathon.
Similarly, you can do other sports activities such as;
- Cycling at either Karura Forest or Hell’s Gate, Naivasha
- Swimming at Olkaria Natural Geothermal Spa
- Adrenaline sports such as Bungee jumping in Sagana and sky diving in Vipingo.
- Mount Kenya Trekking or Climbing Safaris
- Hiking at Aberdares, e.g., Satima, Table Mountains, 12 Apostles, Elephant Hills, Rurimeria, etc.
- Skating at either Panari Resort or Diamond Plaza.
- Water rafting at Sagana.
- Quad bike riding at Athi River
- Immerse yourself in Masai Culture and design a handicraft with your own hands.
- Enjoy Kenya’s modern cultural experiences, such as riding in a Matatu, nightlife in the Westlands, tasting traditional Kikuyu brew, etc.
Therefore, with Baecation Adventures, you have a lot to choose from. You cannot be bored when you have us at your fingertips. Simply reach out to us and let us know what you would want to do. Our team of experts will design a package or itinerary that suits all your needs in a pocket-friendly way.
Best Running Tours in Kenya.
Baecation Adventures has been at the forefront of offering the best running tours in Kenya. We will discuss each of the top marathons held in Nairobi below.
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Standard Chartered Marathon.
This event is held in October every year. Recently, they celebrated their 21st anniversary in October 2024. Baecation Adventures welcomed international guests this year and made both the running experience and safari possible.
Our guests came to Kenya earlier and visited various National parks such as the Masai Mara, Nairobi National Park, and Amboseli. Secondly, we were able to assist in registering them for the 21km half-marathon race. By the way, all our customers were rewarded with a medal.
Equally, we will be waiting for you during the Standard Chartered Marathon 2026. We are sure that it will be a bigger event than in 2026. So, please register early with us. We will book accommodation for you, pick you up from the Airport, and transport you to the Marathon as well as other sports activities that you will choose!
2. Nairobi City Marathon
Similar to the Standard Chartered marathon this year, the Nairobi City Marathon was equally lit! Marathoners used the Nairobi Expressway, and our guests were able to book a spot on both the 21KM Half Marathon and 42KM.
Afterwards, we took our guests to various National parks in Kenya. In addition, others sampled the Kenyan culture and traditional Kikuyu tasting experience (Muratina). Overall, we all enjoyed the moments and posed for pictures with the Muratina horns and Marathon Medals.
As we have said consistently, Baecation Adventure not only books the Marathon for you but also offers other related services. It is an all-in-one stop shop. Of course, before the marathon, you can train or exercise with elite Kenyan runners in places such as the Ngong hills, which are 2,200M ASL. This high-attitude training ground is very effective before your running marathons.
3. Lewa Safari Marathon.
One of the beautiful things about the Lewa Safari Marathon is the ability to run with or past the wild animals in the park! Considered the world’s most challenging marathon, the Safricom-supported marathon has become one of the must-do things.
Baecation adventures not only book the event for you but also help in planning other sports activities before or after, that you can partake in. This year, 2024, our guests enjoyed the Samburu culture coupled with a visit to the Samburu Game Reserve.
Here, you can interact with the Samburu local people, learn about their way of life, and participate in hands-on activities. For example, hut making, milking, making fire, and visiting the market.
What other way will be more interesting than posing for a photo in the middle of a hundred cattle with your medal? So, please book this year’s Safaricom Lewa Marathon with Baecation Adventure and experience the best running tours in Kenya!
