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Hiking and summiting Mt Kenya for health

Ruth Kinyua and her husband Kinyua Gachoki during a recent hike at Mt Kenya National Park. [Jayne Rose Gacheri, Standard]

To many vacationers, adventurous activities such as zip lining, snorkeling, water rafting, bungee jumping and other adrenaline-driving sports are no activities for the faint-hearted. These extreme sports are not for those advanced in years either - at least not for those aged 55 years and above.

To many, this group of adventure lovers can only indulge in experiences such as walking, yoga, or meditation sessions - not strenuous and extreme sports.

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