Climbing Mount

Kenya is a country of contrasting landscapes and environments that make it a tourist destination of choice, from the great Savannah in Mara, snow-capped mountains of Mount Kenya and Kilimanjaro, the clear coral reefs and white sandy beaches at the Kenyan coast, the shrub covered semiarid areas of northern Kenya. With its size being about 583,000 square kilometers and  equator passing around its middle. Kenya offers you the opportunity to explore its richness in its natural habitats and outstanding Kenyan people with diverse cultures. Kenya is surrounded by Tanzania, Uganda, Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia and the Indian Ocean on its East. The Great Rift Valley runs down from Lake Turkana down to the Kenyan coast. Many lakes dot the entire stretch of the valley where numerous volcanic mountains and jaggered escarpment form beautiful landscapes. Some of the Lakes in Rift Valley include lakes Turkana, Naivasha, Elementaita, Nakuru, Bogoria and Baringo. The Mountains found in the Valley include the dormant volcanic Longonot on the floor of rift valley. The central highlands are the most fertile parts of Kenya and border the Aberdare Ranges with temperatures of about 10-14 degrees and high of 22-28 degrees. The vegetation is dense tropical forests and thick mountainous forests and alpine vegetation. The rainfall varies from 20 mm -200mm falling in March/June and October/November. The main activity is farming due to the favorable climatic conditions. Tourist activities in this region include visiting the Aberdare National Park, Meru National Park, mountain climbing, fishing, hiking and many moreThe Kenyan Lake side in Western of Kenya is humid, dry and the rainfall spreads throughout the year. The Kakamega forest is in Western province and is a rich tropical forest with diverse types of birds in their natural habitat. It a heaven for bird watchers and photographers in Kenya.
The main economic activity along the Kenyan lakeside is fishing at Lake Victoria the second largest fresh water lake. Tourists visiting this area enjoy a visit to the Kakamega forest for bird watching, photography and many more. The coastal region is mostly a tourist zone and is hot and humid all year with low rainfall. The cold sea breeze sweeps through the land lowering the temperatures during the day. The temperatures usually range from 22-30 degrees all year. The region has the largest tourist establishments and the best in the country. The white sandy beaches are an attraction on their own where visitors enjoy sun bathing, various water sports, a visit to the mangrove forests, marine parks and many more. The Northern parts of Kenya have temperatures varying from 20-40 degrees and have poor rainfall distribution. The area is very dry, bushy and dotted with shrubby deserts. The economic activity in this zone is rearing of sheep, cattle, camels which keep on being moved from one area to the other in search for fodder and water. It’s mostly inhabited by nomadic communities like the Samburu. Tourist activities include camel riding, visiting Lake Turkana, Marsabit National Reserve, Malka Mari National Park and many more

Kenya is a country of contrasting landscapes and environments that make it a tourist destination of choice, from the great Savannah in Mara, snow-capped mountains of Mount Kenya and Kilimanjaro, the clear coral reefs and white sandy beaches at the Kenyan coast, the shrub covered semiarid areas of northern Kenya. With its size being about 583,000 square kilometers and  equator passing around its middle. Kenya offers you the opportunity to explore its richness in its natural habitats and outstanding Kenyan people with diverse cultures. Kenya is surrounded by Tanzania, Uganda, Sudan, Ethiopia, Somalia and the Indian Ocean on its East. The Great Rift Valley runs down from Lake Turkana down to the Kenyan coast. Many lakes dot the entire stretch of the valley where numerous volcanic mountains and jaggered escarpment form beautiful landscapes. Some of the Lakes in Rift Valley include lakes Turkana, Naivasha, Elementaita, Nakuru, Bogoria and Baringo. The Mountains found in the Valley include the dormant volcanic Longonot on the floor of rift valley. The central highlands are the most fertile parts of Kenya and border the Aberdare Ranges with temperatures of about 10-14 degrees and high of 22-28 degrees. The vegetation is dense tropical forests and thick mountainous forests and alpine vegetation. The rainfall varies from 20 mm -200mm falling in March/June and October/November. The main activity is farming due to the favorable climatic conditions. Tourist activities in this region include visiting the Aberdare National Park, Meru National Park, mountain climbing, fishing, hiking and many moreThe Kenyan Lake side in Western of Kenya is humid, dry and the rainfall spreads throughout the year. The Kakamega forest is in Western province and is a rich tropical forest with diverse types of birds in their natural habitat. It a heaven for bird watchers and photographers in Kenya.
The main economic activity along the Kenyan lakeside is fishing at Lake Victoria the second largest fresh water lake. Tourists visiting this area enjoy a visit to the Kakamega forest for bird watching, photography and many more. The coastal region is mostly a tourist zone and is hot and humid all year with low rainfall. The cold sea breeze sweeps through the land lowering the temperatures during the day. The temperatures usually range from 22-30 degrees all year. The region has the largest tourist establishments and the best in the country. The white sandy beaches are an attraction on their own where visitors enjoy sun bathing, various water sports, a visit to the mangrove forests, marine parks and many more. The Northern parts of Kenya have temperatures varying from 20-40 degrees and have poor rainfall distribution. The area is very dry, bushy and dotted with shrubby deserts. The economic activity in this zone is rearing of sheep, cattle, camels which keep on being moved from one area to the other in search for fodder and water. It’s mostly inhabited by nomadic communities like the Samburu. Tourist activities include camel riding, visiting Lake Turkana, Marsabit National Reserve, Malka Mari National Park and many more

Its located on the Kenyan border with Tanzania in Kajiado District the South of Kenya. The park covers over 392km2.It has wide range of wildlife and therefore attract many tourists especially during the dry seasons of the year. It was established in 1968 and gazetted latter as a national park inn the year 1974.The Amboseli National park forms part of the Amboseli ecosystem made up of open plains, acacia woodland, rocky thorn bush country, swamps and marshlands. Temporary Lake Amboseli forms during the rainy seasons and dries during long dry periods.Mount Kilimanjaro landscapes the park reflecting its magnificent stature on the horizons.The Amboseli National Park is usually dry and hot and experiences two rainy seasons in April/May and November/December. Its about 33°C during the day and 27-28°C when it’s cold.The park is covered with a good road network though most parts are not passable with small vehicles during rainy seasons and very dusty when the weather is dry.Amboseli National Park is both accessible by road from Nairobi or by light aircrafts landing at Empusel gate in the park or Kilimanjaro Buffalo lodge airstrip and Namanga town then drive to the park gate where entry is by KWS Smart Card. The Park is about 315 Kilometers from Nairobi using Namanga route and 291 Kilometers using the Nairobi- Emali route.From Mombasa, the park is mostly accessed through the Tsavo West using the Kimana Gate.Other park gates include, the Kelunyiet, the lremito, the Ilmeshanan and the Kitirua gate where the KWS smart card is required for park entry fee payment before passing through.Among the park attractions is the scenic view of Mt Meru, Climbing the Kilimanjaro Mountain, Wildlife sighting and spotting, Masai men and their culture.Accommodation facilities in the Amboseli National Park include, the Amboseli Serena Lodge, Kimana Lodge, Tortilis Tented Lodge, Oltukai Lodge and camping sites like the  Leopard Tented Camp, Tortilis Tented Camp, Nairushari Special, Olgulului Public Campsite, Abercrombie & Kent Tented Camp, Ker & Downy Tented Camp, Chyulu Tented Camp, Kimbla Campsite, Cottar’s Tented Camp.

Kenya is well endowed with great mountains to climb. These include Mount Kenya in Central Kenya, Mount Kilimanjaro at the border with Tanzania, Aberdare Ranges on the Kenyan highlands. Others include Menengai craters and Longonot crater in rift Valley.Most mountains are very hot when climbing during the day and very cold at night. However some are very cold throughout especially those covered with snow like Mt Kenya and Kilimanjaro.Going up such mountains require warm clothes to keep your body warm and heavy boots to beat the snow covered tracks.Mountain climbing in Kenya at most involves camping at night along the way up, this helps your body to adjust to the rising altitudes and relax before going on the next day.Carrying a waterproof backpack is essential as it protects your items from the humid environment on your way up.Long trousers and long sleeved shirts are preferable when passing through the bush to avoid scratching. However during the day a light shirt and hard shorts can be won if the area is not bushy.Drinking water is essential especially during the day, depending on the length of walk and temperatures; this varies from two to five liters.When walking on stony areas, long trousers can protect you from bruises incase you fall on the way. Boots with grips can also help when walking on steep areas. Ensure your boots are lightweight and allows swelling of your feet during cold weather and waterproof enough to use on marshy and wet areas without soaking your feet.Always walk during the day when it’s safe and listen to your body. Never force yourself to go up if a health complication occurs.