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Celebrating Kenya’s iconic landmark, the country’s highest peak, and the origin of the name Kenya. Mount Kenya National Park offers a distinct highlands safari in central Kenya to the adventurous African guest.

Come touch the sky

Rising to 5,199 meters above sea level, Mount Kenya is the second highest mountain in Africa.

The scenery surrounding this designated World Heritage Site is breathtaking. Within the frontiers, is a stunning variety of ecosystems that begin at the lower foothills and extend to the Batian peak. At the base are semi-arid plains that gradually transition to mountain forests, moorlands and glacier fields

Off Road & 4WD Activities

Hiking & Camping

Safaris

Air Tours

How to Get to Mount Kenya

By Road
The approach to Mount Kenya from Nairobi involves a journey of about four hours to either the town of Naro Moru or Embu

By Air
The flight time between Nairobi Wilson (WIL) and Nanyuki (NYK) is around 47 min and covers a distance of around 142 km. The fastest flight normally takes 35 min. Services are operated by AirKenya Express and Safarilink.

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The highest mountain in Kenya, second highest in Africa, Mount Kenya is a towering presence visible even 150 km away from Nairobi. Today, the glaciers that gave the mountain its name are in fast retreat. Watch to find out more.