Zamar Springs Gardens in Mua Hills, Mua Hills, Machakos County: Hours, Facilities and Family Guide
Parks, beaches and nature in Mua Hills, Mua Hills, Machakos County
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Zamar Springs Gardens is a relaxed garden escape with a genuinely free supervised kids’ zone. Expect a peaceful, secure environment where children can play while parents enjoy farm-to-table meals; the nature trail is an easy bonus.
What is Zamar Springs Gardens?
Zamar Springs Gardens in Mua Hills offers a fully enclosed kids’ zone with a bouncing castle, trampoline, face painting and trained animators, plus free 800m nature trails and guided hikes in the Mua Hills; the kids play pass is complimentary.
Fenced, pollution-free environment; farm-to-table ethos
💡 Money-saving tips for families
- Free Kids’ Pass Complimentary full-day access.
- Refreshment Purchase Required for free nature trail.
Is it right for your child's age?
| Age group | Verdict | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| 0–2 years | Carer required | Kids’ zone supervised but toddlers need a carer. |
| 3–5 years | Bouncing castle | Trained animators supervise. |
| 6–9 years | Trampoline and games | Structured activities. |
| 10–12 years | Archery and climbing | Supervised challenges. |
| 13+ years | Trails and dining | Hikes and restaurant. |
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Key details
- Address
- Mua Hills, Kithini Market, Machakos County, Mua Hills, Machakos County
- Opening hours
- Daily 6:00am–10:00pm Open now
- How long to plan
- 2–4 hours
- Suitable ages
- All ages; kids’ zone ideal for 2–12
- Setting
- Outdoor gardens and kids’ zone
- Booking
- Recommended for groups; walk-ins welcome
- Payment accepted
- Cash, M-Pesa
- Phone
- +254-112394681
What to expect when you visit
Supervised kids’ zone, bouncing castle, trampoline, nature trail, guided hikes, farm-to-table restaurant
What if...?
The questions every parent asks before booking. Tap to expand.
Is the kids’ zone really free?
Yes, the play pass is complimentary at KES 0 per child.
Do we need to book?
Walk-ins are welcome; groups should book ahead.
Family essentials
- Suitable age bands
- 0–2 years
- 3–5 years
- 6–9 years
- 10–12 years
- 13+ years
- Toddler suitability
- Yes, with carer
- Minimum age
- 2 years
- Facilities
- Supervised kids’ zone, restaurant, parking, nature trail
- Access and parking
- Road access; matatu and boda-boda
- Safety notes
Fenced kids’ zone; trained animators
Tickets and costs
- Parking
- Free
- Free entry rules
- Yes
- Extra costs (activities, rentals, food)
Guided hikes, cycling, team building, birthday parties
Plan your visit
- Best time to visit
- Weekday mornings
- Busiest times
- Weekends and school holidays
- How to get there
Mua Hills, Kithini Market, Machakos
- By car
- Drive via Mombasa Road to Machakos, then Mua Hills
- Uber / Bolt estimate
- Bolt/Uber possible; arrange return
- Public transport
Matatu to Machakos then boda-boda to Mua Hills
- Combine with
- Machakos People’s Park — nearby green space
- Mua Hills — scenic drives
- What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sun hat
- Water
- Change of clothes for kids
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Gardens and dining accessible; trails may be uneven.
Basic facilities.
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A stress-free family day out with a free supervised kids’ zone and easy nature trails.
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Zamar Springs Gardens free to enter?
- Yes. There is no entry fee for adults or children at Zamar Springs Gardens.
- What are the Zamar Springs Gardens opening hours?
- Daily 6:00am–10:00pm. Busiest: Weekends and school holidays.
- Is Zamar Springs Gardens suitable for toddlers and young children?
- Minimum age: 2 years. Fenced kids’ zone; trained animators
- How long do you need at Zamar Springs Gardens?
- Plan for 2–4 hours.
- What payment methods does Zamar Springs Gardens accept?
- Zamar Springs Gardens accepts Cash, M-Pesa. It does not accept cash.
- Is Zamar Springs Gardens accessible, and is there parking?
- Access and parking: Road access; matatu and boda-boda.
- What is the best time to visit Zamar Springs Gardens?
- Weekday mornings. It is busiest Weekends and school holidays.
- How do you get to Zamar Springs Gardens?
- Drive via Mombasa Road to Machakos, then Mua Hills. Ride-hailing: Bolt/Uber possible; arrange return. Public transport: Matatu to Machakos then boda-boda to Mua Hills Mua Hills, Kithini Market, Machakos
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