Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi
Traveler rating
5.0/5
Based on 7 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi worth booking?
Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi is a 8-hour experience in Nairobi, Kenya, from $104 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 7 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (7)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $104 per person
Climbing Mount Longonot delivers trekkers with an interesting and inspiring hike culminating into one of the best and exciting views in Kenya . Set your own pace as you climb the volcano, walk around the crater rim, then
What you get
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
About this experience
Climbing Mount Longonot delivers trekkers with an interesting and inspiring hike culminating into one of the best and exciting views in Kenya . Set your own pace as you climb the volcano, walk around the crater rim, then explore Lake Navaisha, with the option to book a boat ride at lake Naivasha.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Professional guide
Not included
- Lunch (available to purchase)
- Boat ride fees in Lake Naivasha (20USD per person)
- Mount Longonot Entrance fee USD50 per person
What you'll see and do
Mount Longonot National Park
Mount Longonot Day Trip hiking Safari departs daily from Nairobi after breakfast and the drive takes approximately an hour. You start the assent at 6000 feet. Like all good uphill hikes it will lull you in to a sense of false security with a slow gentle rise to the first peak. This gives you a chance to get your lungs and limbs freed up for the second section, which is the most awesome. At the end of each section there is a rest point where you can prepare yourself for the next part of your journey. You will have started early to avoid the heat of the Sun but by the time you reach the end of the second section you would have generated your own heat. This hike is not an easy hike but is achievable by people of average fitness. Our guide will accompany you to the top. As you heave yourself over the rim of the crater your reward is the awesome sight of Naivasha and the Great Rift Valley and you know that it was all worthwhile. The whole tour is only about 8–9 km long but very steep, so that the round trip of park gate - Longonot Peak - park gate takes around 5 hours hiking. Hikers need to be reasonably fit to take part on this hike. The magnificent views from the crater rim itself are however worth every painful step and the effort. This day hiking is of moderate difficulty with steep climbing. Terrain has fine dust, with loose gravel in some areas of the hike. You should bring with you comfortable hiking shoes, light clothing and drinking water. When you get off the mountain, take a break at Mount Longonot National Park headquarters, before heading to Lake Navaisha, where you’ll have the option to purchase lunch at the lakeside Marina Camp. If desired, book a sightseeing boat ride on Lake Navaisha, where hundreds of bird species thrive alongside a population of hippos. Following your time at Lake Navaisha, this tour concludes with return transfer to your Nairobi hotel.
300 minutes here · Admission included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Options you can book
Park Entrance Fees Included
Longonot Entrance fee Included: Your Mount Longonot Entrance fee Included , - Option visit Lake Naivasha Boat Ride pay direct boat Owners USD20 per Person Pickup included
Park Entrance fee Excluded
Longonot Entrance Fee Excluded: Mount Longonot Entrance fee USD50 Excluded- You will pay your mount Longonot entrance fee at the gate of the park Pickup included
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Gracepatt Ecotours Kenya
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 7 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Physical effort
2 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
Traveler reviews
7 verified traveler reviews for Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
A perfect day trip with Gracepatt Ecotours and our driver Titus
A perfect trip with Gracepatt Ecotours, even the day before the contact and booking with Grace was perfect. Our driver Titus picked us up at 6:00 in the morning on time from our private accommodation (at friends) in Nairobi. Nobody was on the tour except the two of us. After a very pleasant ride with Titus to Longonok National Park we started at 8:00 a.m. with the local guide Lewis on the Longonok. Lewis took us to the summit and told us a lot about the plants and animals in the park, about the volcano and much more. We were very happy that we started so early and were already back around noon when it got really hot. Afterwards we continued with Titus to Lake Navasha - the boat trip is highly recommended and worth every shilling (per person 3000 shillings, 25 USD). Titus was so super kind to lend us the 6000 shillings for the boat tour until the next day, because we had assumed that we could pay for the boat tour by card. The return trip with Titus was also very pleasant and we were back in Nairobi after a beautiful eventful tour about 17:00. Thank you Titus, thank you Grace!
via Tripadvisor (translated)
Amazing tour!
What an experience! Kelvin was an amazing guide, trekking us up the beautiful Mt Longonot. He pointed out various wildlife along with educating us on the trees and flora in this area. He was also a great sport in taking pictures of us at the summit. We enjoyed every minute of this tour (ok so the last few steps were probably not enjoyed because we were exhausted!!:)) This is a great tour that everyone should check out! Spectacular! Thanks Kelvin for a wonderful day!!
Response from the operator: Thank you Laura Larson for such a good review about Mount Longonot hiking , its beautiful to see Kelvin delivering a great time of hiking safari. We look forward to bright future.
via Tripadvisor
Super day of hiking and lakeside wildlife
As well as the hiking we went on a boat trips seeing lots of wildlife. Both of the guides for each section were very knowledge and Stephen knew all the best pla especially to go resulting in a wonderful lunch by the lake side
Response from the operator: Thank Visitor683 for giving us chance to serve you and going ahead leaving awesome review. We are indeed grateful you had a wonderful day out with our guides . We look forward to meeting and serving you again in the near future. Regards
via Tripadvisor
Good service and price
We were very happy with the service from beginning to end. Good customer service, reasonable price, good conditioned car. The best experience was the driver. He was very professional and drove in a safe and pleasant manner. Very happy with the service.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much Tzorianes for giving us a chance to serve you together with your team. We are indeed thankful you had best experience with our driver guide to Mount Longonot and back Nairobi. We look forward to serving you again in the near future.
via Tripadvisor
Great trip
It was a great day from the drive out to Mt Longonot to the climb, reasonable fitness and head for heights as it is an all 4's climb if you want to complete the climb up to the peak and walk the whole way around the rim.
Response from the operator: Thank you Alison for the good review of Mt. Longonot climbing, this will encourage anyone else who would like to do day Hiking and Trekking.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $104 to $395
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 2
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by Gracepatt Ecotours Kenya, who run 60 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 48.2.
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Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Nairobi.
How much does Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi cost?
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Prices start at $104 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Nairobi usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Nairobi is not rushed.
Is Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 7 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Nairobi, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi?
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Around 2 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Nairobi can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Nairobi and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Nairobi within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Nairobi?
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On Outty we rank every Nairobi experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include 3 days group joining safari to Maasai Mara with a Land Cruiser Jeep, 1 Day trip to Hells Gate and optional Lake Naivasha From Nairobi, Nairobi Masai village Day Tour Experience. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Nairobi?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Nairobi?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
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