Discover the Beauty of Menengai Crater
Experience one of Nakuru’s most breathtaking natural wonders through guided crater tours, hiking adventures, cave visits, nature walks, school trips, team building, and community-led conservation experiences.
Visit Menengai Crater
Experience breathtaking views, fresh air, scenic trails, and one of Nakuru’s most iconic natural landmarks.
Visit Menengai Caves
Explore the hidden natural and cultural stories of Menengai through guided cave experiences.
Get a Guide
Make your Menengai visit safer, easier, and more memorable with a local guide.
About CFA
About Menengai Community Forest Association
Menengai Community Forest Association is a community-based conservation organization working around Menengai Forest and the Menengai Caldera ecosystem in Nakuru County. Guided by the motto “Conservation for Posterity,” the association exists to protect the forest, promote sustainable use of natural resources, support community livelihoods, and strengthen the relationship between people and nature.
Core Activities
Tourism
Experience nature, scenery, culture, adventure, and reflection in one destination
Agriculture
Our agricultural activities promote sustainable use of land and forest-adjacent resources while supporting households, youth, women, and community groups.
Community & Conservation Work
We act as a bridge between the local community, government institutions, forest users, schools, conservation partners, and visitors.
Tourism
Menengai offers visitors a unique opportunity to experience nature, scenery, culture, adventure, and reflection in one destination. Through guided tourism activities, visitors can enjoy the beauty of the crater, learn about the forest ecosystem, and support community-based conservation.
- Menengai Crater
- Caves
- Forest trails
- Menegai Viewpoints
Agriculture
Agriculture is a key part of community empowerment around Menengai. Our agricultural activities promote sustainable use of land and forest-adjacent resources while supporting households, youth, women, and community groups.
- Beekeeping
- Honey production
- Agriculture business training
- Seedling production
- Agroforestry
Community & Conservation
Menengai Community Forest Association acts as a bridge between the local community, government institutions, forest users, schools, conservation partners, and visitors. We believe that a forest can only be protected when the people around it are actively involved, informed, and empowered.
- Forest protection awareness
- Training for nearby schools
- Tree planting campaigns
- Linking government and the Menengai community
Tour Packages, Entry Guidance & Visitor Fees
Our tour packages are designed to give every visitor a safe, guided, and meaningful Menengai experience. Package pricing may vary depending on the number of visitors, activity type, duration, guide requirements, transport needs, school or corporate arrangements, and any additional activities such as tree planting, cave visits, or team building.
Entry Fees
| Service / Fee Item | Basis | Amount(KES) |
|---|---|---|
| School Parties | Per student | 75 |
| Adults | Per adult | 332 |
| Children | Per child | 100 |
| Non-Resident | Per person | 1500 |
| Resident | Per person | 1000 |
| Non-Resident Child | Per child | 500 |
| Resident Child | Per child | 300 |
| College/University Students (Locals) | Per student | 100 |
| College/University Student (Non-Resident) | Per student | 800 |
Service fees
| Service / Fee Item | Basis | Amount(KES) |
|---|---|---|
| Educational Tours | Per group/service | 1000 |
| Educational Tour to Fault Lines and Caves | Per group/service | 2000 |
| Caves Exploration and Research | Per group/service | 5000 |
| Hiking | Group of 15 | 7000 |
| Nature Walks (Forest Walks) | Per group | 5000 |
| Trekking/Walking | Per month | 2000 |
| Geothermal Exploration (Geo-tourism) | Per group/service | 3000 |
| Bee-Keeping Studies | Per group/service | 2000 |
Vehicle Fees
| Service / Fee Item | Basis | Amount(KES) |
|---|---|---|
| Car 4x4 | 5 seater | 200 |
| Minivan | 14 seater | 500 |
| Bus | Above 14 seater | 1000 |
Did you Know?
Located in the Great Rift Valley, the Menengai Crater is a massive, dormant shield volcano with one of the largest calderas in the world. Spanning roughly 90 km² and plunging about 485 meters deep, this geological giant offers a mix of breathtaking views, rich history, and intriguing local folklore.
Since the crater was formed
Since The caldera formed
Above Sea Level
Our Impact Stories
Our success stories show the heart of Menengai Community Forest Association’s mission: bringing people, nature, and opportunity together. Each story reflects our commitment to conservation, sustainable livelihoods, education, and community development around Menengai Forest and Menengai Crater.
We have transformed Menengai visits into guided conservation experiences through crater hikes, cave visits, nature walks, and eco-tourism activities.
We have transformed Menengai visits into guided conservation experiences through crater hikes, cave visits, nature walks, and eco-tourism activities.
We have transformed Menengai visits into guided conservation experiences through crater hikes, cave visits, nature walks, and eco-tourism activities.
We have transformed Menengai visits into guided conservation experiences through crater hikes, cave visits, nature walks, and eco-tourism activities.
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From crater hikes and nature walks to beekeeping, tree nurseries, school education, and community conservation, we are committed to protecting Menengai for present and future generations.
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Ready to Visit Menengai?
Plan your visit with Menengai Community Forest Association and enjoy a guided experience that supports forest conservation and community development. Whether you want to hike, explore the crater, visit the caves, bring a school group, organize team building, or support conservation, we are ready to help you create a meaningful Menengai experience.