High Country, Forest and Tradition
Best for
Hiking, scenery, wildlife, cooler escapes
Best time
Jan – Mar and Jun – Oct (dry, best conditions)
Location
Central Kenya, 120 km from Nairobi
Landscape
Alpine peaks, moorland, montane forest, highland farmland
Kenya's highland heartland offers cool mountain air, scenic landscapes, lush forests and rich cultural heritage. From alpine peaks and moorlands to wildlife, tea and coffee country, the Mount Kenya Region blends adventure, nature and tradition in one destination.
From the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya to lush forests, moorlands and scenic highlands, this region offers a refreshing blend of natural beauty, wildlife and culture. Hike alpine trails, spot elephant and colobus monkeys in the forests, explore tea and coffee estates, and connect with the heritage of the Kikuyu and Meru communities.
Dramatic peaks, alpine deserts and moorlands with breathtaking views and hiking trails.
Elephant, buffalo, antelope and rare colobus monkeys thrive in lush montane forests.
Warm hospitality and living traditions of the Kikuyu and Meru communities.
On the ground
Home to Africa's second-highest peak, glaciers, alpine deserts and scenic trekking routes.
Forested mountains, waterfalls and diverse wildlife including elephant and colobus monkeys.
Premier rhino sanctuary and breeding ground for plains game in a beautiful highland setting.
Charming towns, ranches, conservancies and viewpoints with sweeping landscape scenery.
Mount Kenya trekking
Trek scenic routes to alpine lakes, peaks and dramatic viewpoints.
Forest Walks & Waterfalls
Explore lush rainforest trails and discover hidden waterfalls and birdlife.
Rhino viewing at Solio
Get up close with black and white rhino in their natural highland habitat.
Tea & Coffee Estate Visits
Tour estates, meet growers and enjoy fresh brews with stunning views.
Scenic highland stays
Relax in luxury lodges with cool climate and breathtaking scenery.
Golf safaris
Highland courses with mountain views between game drives.
Wildlife you can expect
Elephant — Forest elephant herds move through the montane forest.
Rhino — Protected black and white rhino at Solio.
Colobus monkey — Striking black-and-white monkeys in the canopy.
Buffalo — Common through the forest and moorland edges.
Antelope — Bushbuck, duiker and highland plains game.
Birdlife — Highland and forest species found nowhere lower down.
Where to stay
A few of the properties we book here. Tell us how you like to travel and we will match the camp to the journey.
“Mount Kenya is less about classic safari luxury and more about atmosphere. We choose between resort comfort, forest immersion and private mountain seclusion depending on what the client wants from the stop.”
Our View
Out2Safari Safari Expert
Warm, clear days — the best window for trekking and mountain views.
Cool, dry and stable. Excellent trekking and forest wildlife viewing.
Wetter and greener. Trails are harder going but the highlands are at their most beautiful.
Tell us what excites you
Our safari designers will build a tailor-made journey around it — the right camp, the right season and the right pace.
