Standing at 5,199 M, Mount Kenya is the second tallest mountain in Africa and a World Heritage Site. Surrounded by pristine wilderness with lakes, tarns, glaciers, dense forest, mineral springs and a selection of rare and endangered species, a hike of the park and the hills of Mt. Kenya is nothing short of magical.

Additionally, the mountain’s high rugged glacier-clad peaks offer the perfect backdrop for any photography enthusiast.

How to get to the Mt. Kenya park

The park is accessible via the Nanyuki-Isiolo road through the Sirimon Track or Nyeri-Nanyuki road near Naro Moru. The park is also reachable via Chogoria on the Embu - Meru road, about 150km north of Nairobi.

If you intend to get there via air, the closest airstrip is at Nanyuki.

What do I need to pack for a hike 

Drinking water

Picnic items and camping equipment if you intend to stay overnight

Hiking boots,

Warm clothing

A change of clothes,

Training shoes,

An extra pair of socks,

Sandals

Gaiters

Binoculars,

Camera,

Hat,

Sunscreen,

Sunglasses

Guidebooks