About This Tour
Mount Longonot Day Hike is a challenging but rewarding one-day adventure from Nairobi. The park is approximately 90 km from Nairobi along the Nairobi–Nakuru highway, and the mountain rises to about 2,776 m above sea level.
Itinerary
6:00 AM – Pick-up from Nairobi
- Pick up from your hotel, residence, or agreed meeting point.
- Depart Nairobi and drive towards Mount Longonot.
- The journey takes approximately 1½–2 hours depending on traffic.
8:00 AM – Arrive at Mount Longonot National Park
- Complete park entry formalities.
- Meet your hiking guide.
- Briefing and preparation for the hike.
- Check water, snacks and hiking gear.
8:30 AM – Start the Hike
- Begin hiking from the park gate.
- Follow the established trail through the lower slopes.
- The trail becomes progressively steeper as you approach the crater rim.
- Take short rest breaks as required.
10:30–11:00 AM – Reach the Crater Rim
- Rest and enjoy panoramic views of the Great Rift Valley and Lake Naivasha.
- Take photographs and have a snack.
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM – Crater Rim Hike
- Continue around the crater rim.
- Enjoy spectacular views of the volcanic landscape.
- The crater contains a dense forest and the mountain has rugged ridges and valleys.
- Take regular water breaks.
1:30–2:30 PM – Descend to the Park Gate
- Begin the descent.
- Walk carefully on steep and loose sections.
- Return to the main gate.
2:30 PM – Picnic Lunch
- Enjoy a packed lunch and refreshments at the designated area.
- Relax after the hike.
3:00 PM – Depart Mount Longonot
- Begin the drive back to Nairobi.
- No boat ride or additional attraction is included—this itinerary is Mount Longonot hiking only.
5:00–6:00 PM – Arrive in Nairobi
- Drop-off at your hotel, residence or agreed meeting point.
Quick Summary
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 6:00 AM | Pick-up from Nairobi |
| 8:00 AM | Arrive at Mount Longonot |
| 8:30 AM | Start hike |
| 10:30–11:00 AM | Reach crater rim |
| 11:00 AM–1:30 PM | Crater rim hike |
| 1:30–2:30 PM | Descend |
| 2:30 PM | Picnic lunch |
| 3:00 PM | Depart for Nairobi |
| 5:00–6:00 PM | Arrive Nairobi |
Difficulty: Moderate to challenging
Altitude: Approximately 2,776 m
Distance from Nairobi: Approximately 90 km
Recommended water: 2–3 litres per person
What to carry: Hiking shoes, water, snacks/lunch, hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, light rain jacket, hiking poles and small backpack.
Important: KWS currently lists Mount Longonot National Park gate opening hours as 6:00 AM–6:00 PM.
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