oloolua
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Oloolua Forest is an important wildlife refuge and biodiversity hotspot neighbouring the bustling city of Nairobi
On the edge of Kenya's bustling capital lies a 618-hectare treasure. Oloolua forest is an important wildlife refuge and biodiversity hotspot, while also supplying the city with much needed clean air and oxygen. But this irreplaceable ecosystem is disappearing before our eyes. A fragment of what was one forest, Ngong forest, Ngong hills, Kibiko forest blocks…
Why Oloolua Forest Matters!
A Biodiversity Sanctuary
Oloolua Forest serves as a refuge for countless species within Nairobi's urban sprawl. Home to indigenous trees, diverse bird populations, and small mammals, this forest represents a living library of Kenya's natural heritage. As part of the larger Ngong Forest block—which includes the iconic Ngong Hills and Kibiko Forest—Oloolua plays a crucial role in maintaining the region's ecological balance. .
Nairobi's Natural Air Purifier
Every day, this forest filters the air that over 4 million Nairobi residents breathe. Its trees capture carbon dioxide, produce oxygen, and help regulate the city's temperature. Without Oloolua, and other Forests/forest cover, Nairobi would lose one of its most powerful weapons against air pollution and climate change.
Green space to enjoy…
Not only is Oloolua Forest a wildlife and nature heaven, it's the perfect opportunity to escape the hustle and bustle of Nairobi city life, explore the forest on various nature trails. Over 30 km of bike & foot paths in the section outside Institute of Primate Research.
“We owe it to ourselves and to the next generation to conserve the environment so that we can bequeath our children a sustainable world that benefits all.”
Wangari Maathai
ABOUT THE FOREST
What is Friends of Oloolua Forest?
FoOF is a dedicated community of residents and professionals united by a love for nature and a mission to protect Oloolua Forest. Through volunteer leadership and collective care, we champion conservation and sustainable stewardship of this precious green space.
Visiting the Forest?
- Access to the greater Oloolua Forest is from Forest Line Rd, either passing via Ushirika rd &Tamfeeds cnr, OR enter off Ngong rd onto Forest Line rd. and drive through Bulbul village to the Oloolua Forest signboard.
- Oloolua Forest EcoTourism CFA Group have a small office just after the Oloolua Forest signboard on Forest Line Rd.
- Oloolua Forest EcoTourism CFA Group are authorised by the Kenya Forest Service to provide information, Scouts & guides for walks in the forest.
- The entry fees are currently being agreed between the CFA and KFS, but will be aligned with other KFS urban forests in Nairobi area. We will update this information when it comes available.
- Entry fees for the forest are put towards clearing trails in the forest, providing security and surveillance, as well as supporting the team of forest Scouts.