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 (10.3 miles) south of the equator, around 150 km (90 mi) north-northeast of the capital Nairobi.

2024年8月12日 · Located in Kenya, equatorial Africa, Mount Kenya boasts the second highest point on the continent and stands at an impressive 5,199m (17,057ft) tall. The main peaks rise from about the 4,500m mark to the summit of Batian (5199m), Nelion (5188m) and Lenana (4985m) amongst others.

4 天之前 · Mount Kenya, volcano, central Kenya, lying immediately south of the Equator. It is the second highest mountain in Africa after Kilimanjaro, which is located some 200 miles (320 km) to the south. The Mount Kenya area was added to UNESCO’s World Heritage List in 1997. The base of the mountain lies at

2023年6月19日 · Our guide to climbing Mount Kenya and reaching Point Lenana- on the Chogoria, Naro Moru and Sirimon routes up the mountain. The sharp spikes and spiralling rocks of this 5,199m mountain tower over the moorland and bamboo forests of Kenya below...

Mount Kenya is Africa’s second-tallest mountain, reaching an impressive height of 5,199 meters. It’s beaten only by Mount Kilimanjaro which peaks at 5,895 meters. Known as a ‘holy place’ by local communities, Mount Kenya amazes all who lay eyes on it. After one glance at its jagged peaks, you’ll also be awestruck.

With its rugged glacier-clad summits and forested middle slopes, Mount Kenya is one of the most impressive landscapes in East Africa. There are about 20 glacial tarns (small lakes) of varying sizes and numerous glacial moraine features between 3,950 m and 4,800 m. The highest peaks are Batian (5,199m) and Nelion (5,188m).

2021年8月6日 · Mount Kenya. The second highest mountain in Africa after Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Kenya’s highest peak, the Bation, rises to a height of 17,057 ft. The mountain, which is an extinct volcano, is located in central Kenya, 150 km northeast of the capital of the country, Nairobi. The snow-capped mountain is also surprisingly close to the equator ...

Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest peak, is a great natural natural wonder and cultural treasure. This colossal mountain in central Kenya enchants visitors with its diverse landscapes, from equatorial glaciers crowning the peaks to lush alpine meadows and dense montane forests.

Mount Kenya National Park is situated 175km northeast of Nairobi, and most itineraries start in Kenya’s capital. The park offers some of Kenya’s most spectacular scenery, and a Mount Kenya trek is a 4–5-day standalone adventure for trekking enthusiasts.

Climbers can witness stunning views of the Teleki Valley and the impressive Batian and Nelion peaks. The Sirimon route, starting from the west, is considered one of the most scenic routes. It offers diverse landscapes, ranging from lush montane forests to moorlands.