Mount Kenya National Park
AFRICA’S SECOND-HIGHEST PEAK
Glacier-capped summits, alpine moorland and ancient forest make Mount Kenya National Park one of the continent’s most rewarding trekking destinations.
Africa's Roof Beyond Kilimanjaro
Mount Kenya National Park – Kenya
Mount Kenya National Park rises in the country’s central highlands, Africa’s second-highest peak after Kilimanjaro and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its glacier-capped summit, afro-alpine moorland and dense forest support a landscape found nowhere else on the continent.
Trails suit both first-time trekkers and experienced climbers, from short forest walks on the lower slopes to multi-day routes toward Point Lenana at 4,985 metres.
Why Mount Kenya National Park Belongs On Your Itinerary
Glacier-Capped Peaks
Africa’s second-highest summit, still capped with equatorial glaciers.
Trekking Routes For Every Level
Trails suited to first-time hikers and experienced climbers alike.
Dramatic Alpine Landscapes
Moorland, giant lobelias and rock spires above the treeline unlike anywhere else in Kenya.
Wildlife On The Lower Slopes
Elephant, buffalo and colobus monkey move through the forested lower slopes.
A UNESCO World Heritage Site
Recognised for its exceptional, unrepeatable natural landscape.
Noticeably Fewer Crowds
A quieter, less crowded alternative to Kilimanjaro’s busier trails.
WHEN TO GO
When To Visit Mount Kenya National Park
Prime Trekking Season
Clear skies and the best summit views of the year.
Secondary Dry Season
Stable weather that still suits climbing and multi-day trekking.
The Long Rains
Wet trails underfoot, generally not recommended for a summit attempt.
Cooler And Cloudier
Climbing is possible, though conditions are less predictable than peak season.
EXPERIENCES
Things To Do On Mount Kenya
Summit Trekking
Climb toward Point Lenana on a choice of multi-day routes.
Forest Walks
Explore lower-slope forest that is home to elephant and buffalo.
Tarn And Glacier Viewing
Visit high-altitude lakes tucked beneath the glacial peaks.
Birdwatching
Spot species found only at Mount Kenya’s higher elevations.
Camping Under The Stars
Overnight on the mountain’s remote high routes, far from any town.
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