Mount Kenya National Park – Second Tallest Mountain in Africa

About Mount Kenya National Park

Mount Kenya straddles the equator about 193 km north-east of Nairobi. Its tallest peak stretches up to 5,199 metres making it Kenya’s tallest and Africa’s second tallest mountain after the legendary Mount Kilimanjaro at the Kenya-Tanzania border.

Its rugged glacier-clad summits and forested middle slopes transform Mount Kenya into one of the most impressive landscapes in East Africa. The evolution and ecology of its afro-alpine flora provide an outstanding example of ecological processes. It’s a world heritage site and worth a visit!

Safaris and Game Viewing at Mount Kenya

Safaris and game viewing take place at mount Kenya. Other activities include camping, cave exploration, and of course mountain climbing. Mount Knya climbing can be done by expert mount climbers. Trekking to the lesser peak (4,985m) takes between 3 and 5 days.

Attractions include pristine wilderness, glaciers and peaks of great beauty, mineral springs, geological variety, fascinating forests, and high altitude adapted plain game, rare and endangered species of animals and much more. It is an important part of Kenya drawing scores of both local and international tourists each year.

Other Activities in Mount Kenya

✅ Mountain Climbing