Kenya hiking safaris and mountaineering experiences are not only affordable but sight rewarding too. Mountain climbing in Kenya is a must do. Kenya is blessed with quite a number of high mountains and beautiful landscapes that favor mountaineering and hiking safari experiences. The climbing trails in Kenya are protected but easy to navigate through. Kenya has exceptional hiking spots that portray the true beauty of nature. Most of these spots are spread out in various national parks around the country.
Mount Kenya is the second-largest mountain in Africa after Mount Kilimanjaro. It turns out to be one of the most common and popular mountains to climb in Kenya. So many experienced hikers who have climbed this mountain highly recommend it. It might take you around 5 days to reach Lenana; the highest peak. Mount Elgon is another great mountain for mild hiking experiences. This mountain is located in western Kenya; right on the Ugandan border. It turns out to be a great place for hikers who want a moderate level of mountain climbing difficulty. Lets plan your hiking safaris to Kenya today. Get in touch with us.
Hiking Safaris & Mountain Climbing Adventures in Kenya
Notwithstanding being at the equator, Mount Kenya is impressively cold with regular downpours and thus the trekkers ought to be decidedly ready with strong footwear and appropriate clothing. At the lower end of the mountain, there is a Sudek and Elgon bluff whose standpoint gives the feeling that they were normally intended for rock ascending. With plentiful time in Kenya, Mt Elgon is a standout amongst other climbing places in the country, away from the insane city life. A special reward is you find a good pace momentous excursion over the grand Rift Valley on your way there.
Mt. Longonot: it is just an hour from Nairobi, Mt. Longonot is ideal for a day visit. It last ejected during the 1800s, this torpid fountain of liquid magma presently offers some of the best climbing trails in Kenya. The path begins near the principle entryway and rises step by step past the forested zone. After, the hike proceeds with a right to the top at 7,500 feet above sea level. Strolling around the crater at the peak takes an extra 2 hours. The calm volcano which had erupted far earlier is now home to numerous flora and fauna. This makes this hiking spot very special.
From Nakuru town which is 8km, you find the second biggest caldera in Africa and the biggest in Kenya – the Menengai Crater. You can see Lake Nakuru stewing in the skyline following Nakuru town because the landscape from this stature is electrifying. Due to the volcanic eruption that happened years ago, it led to the formation of the crater which has now been turned to a wonderful hiking path. This is the specialty of this trail. Planning a great hiking holiday can be a tedious job. We can help you to enjoy your Kenya hiking safari without any hassle. We help you choose a destination to carry out hiking and the number of days according to the budget and time available.
