Mt. Longonot National Park

Mount Longonot is a compact adventure park built around a young stratovolcano whose ridges and V-shaped valleys rise sharply from the Rift Valley floor. The demanding climb and crater-rim route reward hikers with broad views and a close look at the forested crater interior.

Use the current KWS source page and Courtesywide Adventures hotel inventory to confirm in-park and nearby accommodation; availability and operating status can change.

KWS states the park was gazetted in 1983, covers about 52 km² and protects a relatively young stratovolcano whose last recorded eruption was in 1863.

Opening/entry times and activity hours can vary by protected area and season. Confirm current KWS gate or facility hours before travel.

Single-use plastics are not permitted in Kenya's protected areas. Travel with reusable alternatives.

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   Respect wildlife space and always give animals right of way.

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   Do not carry or use prohibited single-use plastics inside protected areas.

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   Follow normal road rules; avoid hooting and never drive under the influence of alcohol.

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   Observe the official gate opening and closing times unless you are an authorised overnight guest.

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   Drive and move quietly so wildlife is not startled or disturbed.

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   Keep unnecessary noise, phones and sound devices to a minimum around wildlife.

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   Remain in your vehicle except at places specifically designated as safe for visitors to alight.

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   Observe the posted park speed limit; KWS commonly limits game-viewing roads to 40 km/h.

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   Stay on authorised roads, tracks and trails and do not drive off-road.

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    Keep a safe viewing distance from wildlife and follow ranger instructions.

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    Never feed wild animals or interfere with their natural behaviour.

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    Carry your litter out and leave campsites, picnic sites and viewing areas clean.

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    When camping, never leave a fire unattended and extinguish it completely before leaving.

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    Protected-area visits are undertaken subject to KWS rules, conditions and current safety guidance.