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Mount Longonot Hiking Adventure From Nairobi
Maai Mahiu
Important Information
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Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This experience combines fitness, adventure, and stunning natural scenery in a single day. Unlike typical sightseeing tours, hiking Mount Longonot offers a hands-on way to explore Kenya’s dramatic Rift Valley landscapes. With flexible pacing, supportive guides, and the option to challenge yourself with the crater rim circuit, it’s ideal for both casual hikers and adventure seekers looking for a memorable outdoor escape just a short distance from Nairobi.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Park entrance fees to Mount Longonot
Bottled water
Transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
Services of a professional driver-guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off within Nairobi
Gratuities
Itinerary
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Mount Longonot National Park
Morning: Departure & Drive to Mount Longonot
Your day starts with an early pickup from your hotel in Nairobi, followed by a scenic drive along the Great Rift Valley escarpment with a brief stop at a viewpoint for photos. Continue to the base of Mount Longonot, where you’ll register at the park gate, meet your guide, and receive a short briefing before beginning your hike.
Begin the steady hike up Mount Longonot, passing through changing vegetation zones as you ascend. The trek to the crater rim takes about 1.5–2 hours depending on pace. At the top, you’ll be rewarded with breathtaking views into the forest-filled crater. For the more adventurous, continue with a full or partial walk around the rim—an exhilarating but more demanding loop offering panoramic views of the Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha, and the surrounding landscapes.
After enjoying your packed lunch at the summit or rim, Once you’ve completed the hike, relax and freshen up before starting the return journey to Nairobi.
This experience combines fitness, adventure, and stunning natural scenery in a single day. Unlike typical sightseeing tours, hiking Mount Longonot offers a hands-on way to explore Kenya’s dramatic Rift Valley landscapes. With flexible pacing, supportive guides, and the option to challenge yourself with the crater rim circuit, it’s ideal for both casual hikers and adventure seekers looking for a memorable outdoor escape just a short distance from Nairobi.
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in English
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Park entrance fees to Mount Longonot
Bottled water
Transport in a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle