Mount Kenya
North of Nairobi is Mount Kenya,one of the highest mountains in Africa. The mountain is on the equator; A strange sight, snow on the equator. Kenya's highest mountain (5199 m) with its snowy peaks is a stark contrast to the dry grasslands that surround the mountain. Not only reaching the top of this mountain is special; the wilderness areas you walk through and the different vegetation zones, make the ascent worthwhile alone.
Tips & Tops Climbing Mount Kena:
- Extend this trip with a beach stay on the Kenyan coast or on the island of Zanzibar
- Take a look at our recommended accommodations: Tribe Hotel – Nairobi, Hogmead - Nairobi
- The ascent of Mount Kenya can be combined with a safari tour
