Mount Kenya

Trekking adventures and luxury mountain lodges in pristine wilderness around Africa's second highest peak.

Central Kenya

3-8 Days

Best: January - March, July - October

Overview

Mount Kenya, Africa's second-highest peak and Kenya's highest mountain, offers an extraordinary combination of alpine adventure and wildlife viewing that is unique on the continent. This ancient extinct volcano, with its dramatic peaks and glacial valleys, provides a stunning backdrop for both trekking adventures and luxury safari experiences. The mountain's diverse ecosystems range from montane forest at lower elevations to alpine desert near the peaks, supporting an incredible variety of flora and fauna found nowhere else in Kenya.

Highlights

Mountain Trekking

Alpine Scenery

Unique Wildlife

Cultural Heritage

Activities

Mountain TrekkingWildlife ViewingBird WatchingPhotographyCultural Tours

Wildlife

Elephants

Buffalos

Leopards

Colobus Monkeys

Various Birds

Gallery

Quick Information

Location:Central Kenya

Size:715 km²

Established:1949

Best Time:January - March, July - October

Duration:3-8 Days

Difficulty:Moderate to Challenging

Ecosystem

Montane forest, bamboo zone, alpine moorland, alpine desert

Accommodation Types

Mountain Lodges

Tented Camps

Bandas