Mt Kenya National Park

“Come touch the sky”

Climbing to 5,199 meters, Mount Kenya is the second tallest mountain in Africa. The scenery surrounding this designated World Heritage Site is breath-taking. It is pristine wilderness with lakes, tarns, glaciers, dense forest, mineral springs and a selection of rare and endangered species of animals, high altitude adapted plains game and unique montane and alpine vegetation. Visitors can enjoy mountain climbing, camping and caving with the mountain’s rugged glacier-clad peaks providing the perfect backdrop.

Mt Kenya Highlights

Location: Mt. Kenya lies 175 km (108 mi) north of Nairobi and its northern section borders the equator.

Climate: Because Mt. Kenya is more or less a vertical park, the climate changes as you ascend the mountain. Expect big temperature changes between the day and night, with lows at 4oC/39oF. Owing to its elevation, the mountain tends to be wet.

Best time to visit: The best climbing is during the two dry seasons – January/February and August/September. During the two rainy seasons, the trails are more difficult, and the visibility is poor.

Getting there:
You can book a tour with Nova Afrika Safaris from Nairobi. The park is reached on the Nanyuki-Isiolo road. There is an asphalt road that circles the base of the mountain, linking the area towns of Naro Moru, Nanyuki, Meru and Embu.

By air: The closest airstrips to Mt. Kenya are at Nanyuki or the Laikipia Airport.

Things to do and see

Climbing/Trekking – Challenge yourself to this invigorating climb while enjoying some of the most beautiful (and changing) scenery as you hike past Mt. Kenya’s stunning lakes, tarns, glaciers and peaks.

Highland Castle – On the Burguret Route heading up the mountain, at 3700m (12,139 ft.) you can scramble up this castle-like formation and take in beautiful views of the Batian and Nelion peaks.

Camping & Caving – Shipton’s Camp is located just beneath the summit and is set amongst the snow-capped peaks. There is an alpine hut here where climbers can rent bunks and rest the night before summiting the mountain. Nearby are Shipton’s Caves, an adventurous spot for exploring.

Visit Mt Kenya National Park With Us

Many feel this second largest mountain in Africa is its most beautiful. You may come to agree as you trek this wilderness through several eco-zones, experiencing glaciers, lakes and vistas that few ever get to see. Join us on safari to this most unusual vertical park. We have safaris departing from Nairobi going to Mt. Kenya and other prime Kenya Parks.

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