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Mont Longonot

Ancien volcan situé à 1h30 du centre de Nairobi.

Hiking Moderate

Distance
13 km
Ascent
848 m
Descent
847 m
Duration
3-4 hrs
Low Point
2.1 km
High Point
2.7 km
Gradient
17˚
Mont Longonot Map

This is a popular hiking route which is generally considered to be moderate. It's not remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done in January, February, March, July, August and September. From a low point of 2.1 km to the maximum altitude of 2.7 km, the route covers 13 km, 848 vertical metres of ascent and 847 vertical metres of descent.

Description

Ancien volcan situé à 1h30 du centre de Nairobi. Boucle de 12km - Départ à 2160m, sommet à 2780m. Comptez 3h de marche minimum. Entrée au parc payante

Difficulty

Moderate

Hiking along trails with some uneven terrain and small hills. Small rocks and roots may be present.

Medium Exposure

2 out of 4

The trail contains some obstacles such as outcroppings and rock which could cause injury.

Remoteness

1 out of 4

Close to help in case of emergency.

Best time to visit

in January, February, March, July, August and September

Features

  • Wildlife
  • Summit Hike
  • Family friendly