Explore Mount Longonot’s lush crater forest, hike challenging trails, and spot diverse wildlife in Kenya’s scenic Great Rift Valley.
Explore Mount Longonot’s lush crater forest, hike challenging trails, and spot diverse wildlife in Kenya’s scenic Great Rift Valley.
- Mt Longonot National Park Headquarters & Gate - Hike up to the Mt Longonot crater, rim takes about half a day, though going up the 4.1 kilometers to the rim of the crater can take anything from 45 minutes to 2 hours, depending on your speed, 7.2 Kilometers round the rim
- Mt Longonot National Park Headquarters & Gate - Hike up to the Mt Longonot crater, rim takes about half a day, though going up the 4.1 kilometers to the rim of the crater can take anything from 45 minutes to 2 hours, depending on your speed, 7.2 Kilometers round the rim

- Professional English speaking guide/driver
- Bottled water
- Transport in a private vehicle
- Pickup and drop off within Nairobi
- Hiking Climbing stick
- Professional English speaking guide/driver
- Bottled water
- Transport in a private vehicle
- Pickup and drop off within Nairobi
- Hiking Climbing stick
- Entrance fees to Mt Longonot ( USD 27)
- Lunch and drinks (We are happy to drive you to a restaurant)
- Entrance fees to Mt Longonot ( USD 27)
- Lunch and drinks (We are happy to drive you to a restaurant)
Mount Longonot, a stratovolcano situated in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, is renowned for its distinctive feature: a dense forest flourishing within its crater. This creates a stunning and beautiful contrast between the steep, barren volcanic ridges and the lush greenery inside the crater.
A Scenic Hiking Destination:
The mountain is a favored…
Mount Longonot, a stratovolcano situated in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley, is renowned for its distinctive feature: a dense forest flourishing within its crater. This creates a stunning and beautiful contrast between the steep, barren volcanic ridges and the lush greenery inside the crater.
A Scenic Hiking Destination:
The mountain is a favored location for hiking, providing a challenging yet rewarding climb.
Active Geothermal Activity:
Although it is a dormant volcano, with its last eruption occurring in the 1860s, there is evidence of active magma systems beneath the surface.
A Home for Wildlife:
The mountain’s slopes and the forest within the crater are inhabited by a variety of wildlife, including giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and various species of antelopes. The park is also a haven for birdwatchers, especially for birds of prey like the Verreaux’s Eagle and the Lammergeier.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.