For those who dream not just of seeing Africa, but of conquering it, Mount Kenya beckons. Towering at 5,199 meters (17,057 feet), this UNESCO World Heritage Site is a hiker’s paradise, an adventurer’s proving ground, and a sacred place steeped in legend.
Unlike its more famous neighbor Kilimanjaro, Mount Kenya offers a different kind of beauty: rugged, less crowded, and rich with ecosystems that shift dramatically as you ascend. You’ll trek through dense rainforests alive with the calls of colobus monkeys, emerge into heather-clad moorlands where rare giant lobelias bloom, and climb into stark, glacial landscapes touched by eternal snow.
Three peaks crown Mount Kenya: Batian and Nelion, which require technical climbing, and Point Lenana, a summit accessible to strong trekkers. Watching the sunrise from Lenana is a moment few ever forget — the world unfurls beneath you in a tapestry of clouds, forests, and far-off plains.
Hiking Mount Kenya is more than a physical challenge; it’s a journey of self-discovery and awe. Each step is a story. Each breath is a reminder of nature’s grandeur.
⛰️ Are you ready to stand on the roof of Kenya? Plan your trek with the seasoned guides at Sepia Safari Africa — your adventure of a lifetime starts here.




