Welcome to Mount Kenya National Park, the enchanted crown of Kenya where ancient glaciers shimmer under the African sun, alpine forests stretch toward the sky, and the spirit of adventure rises with every step you take.
This UNESCO World Heritage Site surrounds Africa’s second-highest mountain, a place where landscapes change dramatically from tropical forest to moorland to icy peaks.

Mount Kenya is not just a mountain.
It is a kingdom in the clouds sacred, powerful, and breathtakingly beautiful.
Every moment here feels alive with mystery, silence, and the heartbeat of the earth.

Climate

Mount Kenya’s climate shifts with altitude, creating dramatic contrasts:

• Lower slopes: Mild and humid
• Mid-altitudes: Cool and fresh
• High altitudes: Very cold, with frost and occasional snow

Temperatures:

• Day: 10°C – 20°C
• Night: Can drop below freezing at higher elevations

Rainfall:

• Long rains: March – June
• Short rains: October – December

The unique climate supports rare plants, wildlife, and crystal-clear mountain lakes.

Getting There

By Road

• Approximately 3–4 hours from Nairobi
• Accessible through several gates including Sirimon Gate, Naro Moru Gate, and Chogoria Gate

By Air

• Charter flights to Nanyuki Airstrip, 30–45 minutes from the park
• Easy connections for luxury, photographic, and mountaineering safaris

Park Attractions

1. The Three Majestic Peaks

• Batian (5,199 m) – highest peak
• Nelion (5,188 m) – rugged, technical summit
• Point Lenana (4,985 m) – accessible to non-technical climbers

Standing at Point Lenana at sunrise is a life-changing moment one of Africa’s greatest mountain experiences.

2. Unique Alpine Flora

Mount Kenya’s vegetation zones are a natural wonder:

• Bamboo forests
• Giant lobelias & groundsel
• Afro-alpine moorlands
• Heather zones

Some plant species exist only here.

3. Glacial Lakes & Rivers

Including:

• Lake Ellis
• Lake Michaelson
• Lake Rutundu — famously visited by Prince William

These lakes are dramatic, still, and perfect for photography and reflection.

4. Rare Wildlife

Highland species thrive here:

• Mountain elephants
• Buffaloes
• Giant forest hogs
• Black-and-white colobus monkeys
• Hyenas
• Endangered bongo antelopes
• Over 160 bird species

Wildlife sightings are magical often emerging from misty forests at dawn.

5. Sacred Landscapes

Mount Kenya is spiritually significant to the Kikuyu people, who believe the mountain is the home of Ngai, the God of creation.

Accommodation Facilities

Inside & Near the Park

• Serena Mountain Lodge – classic tree-lodge overlooking a waterhole
• Naro Moru River Lodge – ideal for climbers
• Castle Forest Lodge – forest cabins at the foot of the mountain

All accommodations offer cozy fireplaces, warm meals, and stunning mountain views.

Visit Today

Mount Kenya National Park is a destination of challenge, beauty, and deep meaning where every step upward feels like a conversation between your spirit and the mountain.
It is perfect for adventurers, nature lovers, photographers, and anyone seeking a place where nature speaks softly yet powerfully.

In Mount Kenya,
the air is purer, the silence deeper, and the journey unforgettable.