1 Day Mt Longonot Hike from Nairobi
Overview
One of the shapeliest peaks in all the Rift Valley, Mt Longonot (2780m) and its serrated crater rim offers fabulous views. The dormant volcano rises 1000m above the baking-hot valley floor and was formed 400, 000 years ago; it last erupted in the 1860s. The park itself covers only 52 sq km and was set up to protect the volcano’s ecosystem and little else. The name ‘Longonot’ comes from the Maasai name Olo Nongot, which means ‘Mountain of Many Summits’.
Inclusions
- Drinking water (1 litre per person). Bring extra water.
- English speaking guide
- Transport on a comfortable car to Mt Longonot and back from your hotel/residence withing Nairobi
- Mt Longonot Park entrance fees
- Entry/Admission - Mount Longonot National Park
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mount Longonot National Park, Naivasha Road, Maai Mahiu 00200 Kenya
We shall drive from Nairobi to Mt Longonot where we will meet our guide. He will guide you throughout Mt Longonot Hike. It takes about 3 Hrs to get to the Rim and another like 3 to 5 hrs to go round the Crater. The Crater highest peak standing at 2780 m above sea level is somehow at the middle of the hike. After the hike we will drive to a nearby restaurant for a hot lunch before driving back to Nairobi where our hike ends.
Duration: 6 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mount Longonot National Park, Naivasha Road, Maai Mahiu 00200 Kenya
We shall drive from Nairobi to Mt Longonot where we will meet our guide. He will guide you throughout Mt Longonot Hike. It takes about 3 Hrs to get to the Rim and another like 3 to 5 hrs to go round the Crater. The Crater highest peak standing at 2780 m above sea level is somehow at the middle of the hike. After the hike we will drive to a nearby restaurant for a hot lunch before driving back to Nairobi where our hike ends.
Duration: 6 hours
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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July 2023
The driver, Eric, was excellent as the drive to the park is rather long and seems challenging. My guide, Denis was good and was patient while I took many photos. The hike was spectacular and saw some antelope, giraffe, and zebra. A couple parts of the hike are fairly strenuous but not too bad.
The driver, Eric, was excellent as the drive to the park is rather long and seems challenging. My guide, Denis was good and was patient while I took many photos. The hike was spectacular and saw some antelope, giraffe, and zebra. A couple parts of the hike are fairly strenuous but not too bad.oyusoyuse
November 2019
Dennis was awsome he gave us more than we expected.we we re a group of friends who ended up being a group of of customers
Dennis was awsome he gave us more than we expected.we we re a group of friends who ended up being a group of of customers