Kenya Mountains

Mount Elgon National Park
Mount Elgon is the second highest mountain in Kenya and is an extinct volcano. Mount Elgon is in the far west of Kenya on the Ugandan border. The woodland on the south eastern slopes merges into thick mountain forests. In amongst the forest and caves you will find elephant, buffalo and other animals. Kitum cave is famous as the place where elephant herds enter deep into the mountain each night where they excavate salt. It is possible to drive up to 12,000ft and then hike across moorland to Koitoboss Peak. Access to Mt Elgon is from the town of Kitale.

Mount Kenya
Mount Kenya is the sacred mountain of the Gikuyu people. Mount Kenya is the second highest mountain in Africa and can be climbed. The walk is relatively easy but you have to be careful of mountain sickness and time is needed to acclimatize. The actual summit is is 5199 metres and is only reachable by climbing. Walkers can reach Point Lenana at 4985 metres and takes between 2 and 5 days. The nearest towns to Mount Kenya are Naro Moru and Nanyuki which is connected by air to Nairobi.

Naro Moru route
The Naro Moru route is the most popular and easiest route. At Naro Moru Lodge (062 62212) all the equipment you need can be hired, porters arranged and accommodation for the mountain sorted. The route starts at Naro Moru and you first have to walk to the met station, a distance of 25km. It is possible to drive as far as the met station at just over 3000m and save time. From here you can walk to Mackinder’s Camp in one day. From here is 2 – 4 hours walk to the summit. There are basic huts at Mackinder’s and camping is allowed. The danger with doing the climb so quickly is that you may suffer from mountain sickness and a good idea to stay two nights at Mackinder’s to acclimatize.

The Sirimon Route
On the north side of Mount Kenya it starts at Timau. There is no ideal base at the start of this route.

The Chogoria Route
The Chogoria Route starts at Chogoria but you will need to camp.

Specialist companies that organise Mount Kenya and other high mountain expeditions are Mountain View Tours (062 62088); KG Mountain Expeditions (062 62403); Sana Highlands Trekking Expeditions (020 277820) and the Naro Moru River Lodge (062 62212)

Mount Longonot
Mount Longonot is 2777m high and rises out of the Rift valley and has a distinct volcanic shape. The name comes from the Maasai world "olonong'ot" which means 'mountain of many spurs'. Whilst dormant the waters just a few thousand metres below the surface are over 300 degrees and one of the hottest on earth. The climb up passes laval fissures and canyons and some game can be seen. The views of the rift Valley are spectacular. Mount Longonot is 60 km north of Nairobi on the old Naivasha – Nairobi road. From the park gate to the summit will take about 6 hours return. There are two campsites at the at the base of the mountain.

Western Highlands
The Western Highlands are around Eldoret which has an international airport. Within the region are a number of other airstrips. The main towns are Kericho, Kitale, Kaptagat and Kabaranet. The highlands are a group of hill and ranges with views across the Rift Valley. The Cherengani Hills rise to 3581 metres and lie northwest to Kapenguria. The hills are popular with more adventurous hikers and long hikes are possible. The Tugen Hills provide views across the rift valley to Lake Baringo. The hills around Kericho are covered in tea estates. Saiwa Swamp National Park allows walking and home of the Sitatunga and semi-amphibious antelope that lives in the swamps. Roads are good in the Western Highlands and buses and matatus connect most towns.

Shimba Hills
Shimba Hills National Reserve is just 50 kms inland from the coast and is an area of open grassland and rainforest. Easy to spot Elephant, Giraffe and Buffalo and if lucky the Roan and Sable antelope. In the forest are found the Black and White Colobus, Red Duiker and Suni Antelope. Access to the Shimba Hills is from Kwale.

Taita and Chyulu Hills
The Taita Hills are part of the Tsavo area and accessed from Taveta. The Chyulu Hills are young volcanic mountains and formed just over 500 years ago. A black lava known as Sheitani is found lining the hills. Home to elephant,cheetah and plains game and Masai villages. In Taveta are the Jipe and Chala lakes.

South India Attractive Tourism - pearlstourism
Pearls Tourism offers attractive tourism in india, south india attractive tourism, attractive tourism in north india, north india attractive tour packages, outbound tourism packages, attractive incredible india tours, attractive packages for rajasthan, south india attractive packages.

Amsterdam city breaks
Unforgettable city breaks, short breaks and cheap weekend breaks across Europe. Save up to £50 and book online.

Rent Cornwall Cottages
Find a cottage rental for your vacation. Book Online and Save!

jersey hotels & jersey hotel
It remains very much a family concern and this is reflected in the hotels' friendly and courteous service.

Holiday Cottages in Cornwall
Quality self catering cottage in Cornwall to have a lovely vacation