Trail Run

Kilimambogo Trail Half Marathon & 5KM Walk Run 2026

Saturday, 18 July 2026 · 8:00 AM

A signature event blending sport, nature, and community impact on the rugged trails of Mt. Kilimambogo. Every step supports environment conservation and education development.

Kilimambogo Trail Half Marathon & 5KM Walk Run 2026 poster
8:00 AM
5km, 21km
KES 3,500 (Adults), KES 3,000 (8-17yrs)
Eastrail Sports
0739 700 482
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Event Highlights

21km half marathon on the rugged, scenic trails of Mt. Kilimambogo
5km Walk Run accessible to all ages and fitness levels
Free entry to Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park included for all participants
Free transport to and from Nairobi CBD included
Plant a tree; every participant contributes to environmental conservation
Half marathon prize money: KES 250,000 for male and female winners

Race Distances

5km
21km

Race Fees

CategoryFeeStatus
Early Bird - Adults
Early bird entry for adults. Closes 4th July 2026.
KES 3,000Sold Out
Early Bird - Children (8-17yrs)
Early bird entry for children aged 8-17. Closes 4th July 2026.
KES 2,000Sold Out
Regular - Adults
Standard entry for adults.
KES 3,500Available
Regular - Children (8-17yrs)
Standard entry for children aged 8-17.
KES 3,000Available

What's Included

Event t-shirt
Finisher medal
Running bib tag
Water bottle
Digital certificate
Free entry to Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park
Free transport to and from Nairobi CBD
After party: music, food & drinks

Course Details

The 21km half marathon winds through the rugged trails of Mt. Kilimambogo, featuring steep ascents, rocky paths, and forested sections with breathtaking views across the mountain slopes, savannah plains, and surrounding wildlife conservancies. The 5km Walk Run is accessible to all ages and fitness levels on a gentler route. Both distances start at 8:00 AM from Ol Donyo Sabuk town off the Thika-Garissa Road.

Getting There

Ol Donyo Sabuk is approximately 65km northeast of Nairobi along the Thika-Garissa Road. The drive from Nairobi takes around 1 to 1.5 hours. Free return transport is available from Nairobi CBD; contact the organiser for the pick-up point and time. Self-drive participants should head out via Thika Road and follow signs toward Ol Donyo Sabuk town.

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Did You Know?

🌍Ol Donyo Sabuk (meaning 'big mountain' in Maasai) rises to 2,145m above sea level and is one of the most prominent peaks in central Kenya.
🌍Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park is home to buffalo, colobus monkeys, and over 200 bird species within its forested slopes.
🌍The Kilimambogo area lies in Machakos County, on the border with Murang'a, roughly 65km northeast of Nairobi.

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