Mount Kenya is an extinct volcano in Kenya and the second-highest peak in Africa, after Kilimanjaro. The highest peaks of the mountain are Batian, Nelion and Point Lenana. Mount Kenya is located in the former Eastern and Central provinces of Kenya; its peak is now the intersection of Meru, Embu, Kirinyaga, Nyeri and Tharaka Nithi counties, about 16.5 kilom…
Mount Kenya is an extinct volcano in Kenya and the second-highest peak in Africa, after Kilimanjaro. The highest peaks of the mountain are Batian, Nelion and Point Lenana. Mount Kenya is located in the former Eastern and Central provinces of Kenya; its peak is now the intersection of Meru, Embu, Kirinyaga, Nyeri and Tharaka Nithi counties, about 16.5 kilometres south of the equator, around 150 km north-northeast of the capital Nairobi. Mount Kenya is the source of the name of the Republic of Kenya.
Elevation: 5,199 m (17,057 ft)
Prominence: 3,825 m (12,549 ft)
Listing: Seven Second Summits · Country high point · Ultra · Ribu
Topo map(s): Mount Kenya by Wielochowski and Savage
Mountain type: Stratovolcano (extinct)
Last eruption: 2.6–3.1 MYA
First ascent: 13 September 1899 by Mackinder, Ollier, and Brocherel, although the peoples of Kenya believed God resided on this mountain and regularly ascended the peaks to perform spiritual rites.
AdUnique private kenya safaris with expert guides, comfortable safari cars & best lodges. Check out our most popular Africa safari itineraries. Book now for the best prices.
Destinations: Great Migration, Uganda, National Parks and more
AdRead reviews and view photos. Find the perfect MountKenya National Park tour! Full Refund Available up to 24 Hours Before Your Tour Date. Quick & Easy Purchase Process
Save
Share
More