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Mount Longonot Day Hike: The Best Place to Start
January 1, 1970 @ 12:00 am
KSh3,500
A Mount Longonot day hike is a great way to kick off your journey to the mountains. It is an ideal hike for all hikers, as the mountain offers the option of turning back at the crater or going around it, depending on your fitness level. Mount Longonot is a stratovolcano located in the Great Rift Valley of Kenya, about 90 kilometers northwest of Nairobi. It stands at 9,098 feet above sea level and is a popular destination for hiking and mountain climbing.
Departure time & location: 5:00 a.m., at Simba StreetApproximate hiking distance: 13.5kmAvailable hiking time: 8 hoursMaximum elevation gain: 615mHighest elevation: 9,255ftHike difficulty: Mount Longonot is a Level 2 hike that needs only good physical health.
We have a gear checklist here that provides the appropriate gear. Since mountain weather can change rapidly, be prepared to add or remove layers as needed for comfort and safety.
Your ticket covers transportation, park/conservation fees, guide(s), refill water, trip memoir, and support before, during, and after the event. Learn more inclusions here.
Payment providers mask your phone number used in payments to protect you. Our privacy policy supports creating a safe space when interacting with online services. That means, if you do not have an account with us or do not reach out after payment, we might be unable to reach you with the necessary updates, especially the final departure update. If you have an account with us, log in before booking for the system to automatically capture your user ID. Alternatively, reach out to us via a message on our socials.If the payment details above are unavailable to you, please request alternative payment methods. You can make flexible payments as many times as you want. If you book with a partial payment, you shall clear the balance the day before departure.
We have tried and tested the hiking challenges we offer to adventurers, and we take utmost care when you join us. These activities could be risky, and by booking our events, through our integrated systems or manually, you consent to Hikers Arena’s participation terms. By using our online services, you also automatically accept our Website terms.Trip Route
Nairobi-(via Thika Road)-Maai Mahiu
For inquiries and updates, contact us.
Quick Summary
Departure time & location: 5:00 a.m., at Simba StreetApproximate hiking distance: 13.5kmAvailable hiking time: 8 hoursMaximum elevation gain: 615mHighest elevation: 9,255ftHike difficulty: Mount Longonot is a Level 2 hike that needs only good physical health.
Knowing the mountain weather can change suddenly, proper gear and clothing are vital
We have a gear checklist here that provides the appropriate gear. Since mountain weather can change rapidly, be prepared to add or remove layers as needed for comfort and safety.
| What to wear | What to carry |
| A hat or a baseball cap | At least 2L of water |
| Sports attire | Electrolyte replenisher (Hydration mix, smoothies, crisps, nuts) |
| Hiking pants or shorts with tights | Rain poncho/raincoat |
| A windproof down jacket | Hiking stick |
| Well-treaded & comfortable shoe | Identification document |
| Sunscreen/petroleum jelly | Change of clothes (weather changes are unexpected) |
Ticket Includes
Your ticket covers transportation, park/conservation fees, guide(s), refill water, trip memoir, and support before, during, and after the event. Learn more inclusions here.
| East African Citizen (KES) | Kenyan Resident (KES) | African Citizen (USD) | Non-Resident (USD) | |
| Ticket | 3,500 | 3,700 | 43 | 67 |
| Booking | Register a payment of at least KES 1,000 here. |
Data Protection & Payments
Payment providers mask your phone number used in payments to protect you. Our privacy policy supports creating a safe space when interacting with online services. That means, if you do not have an account with us or do not reach out after payment, we might be unable to reach you with the necessary updates, especially the final departure update. If you have an account with us, log in before booking for the system to automatically capture your user ID. Alternatively, reach out to us via a message on our socials.If the payment details above are unavailable to you, please request alternative payment methods. You can make flexible payments as many times as you want. If you book with a partial payment, you shall clear the balance the day before departure.
Participation & Indemnification
We have tried and tested the hiking challenges we offer to adventurers, and we take utmost care when you join us. These activities could be risky, and by booking our events, through our integrated systems or manually, you consent to Hikers Arena’s participation terms. By using our online services, you also automatically accept our Website terms.Trip Route
Nairobi-(via Thika Road)-Maai Mahiu
Inquiries and Updates
For inquiries and updates, contact us.
