Mount Kenya, the second-highest mountain in Africa after Kilimanjaro, is a stunning landmark in Kenya and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Mount Kenya is situated in central Kenya, about 150 kilometers (93 miles) northeast of Nairobi, near the equator. Its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters (17,057 feet), followed by Nelion (5,188 meters) and the trekking peak, Lenana (4,985 meters).
Nairobi National Park is a unique wildlife sanctuary located just 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) south of Nairobi's central business district, making it the only national park in the world bordering a capital city. The park was established in 1946, making it Kenya's first national park. It is approximately 117 square kilometers (45 square miles).
Hell's Gate National Park is a unique and ruggedly beautiful park located near Lake Naivasha in Kenya's Great Rift Valley. Known for its striking landscapes, geothermal activity, and rich wildlife, Hell’s Gate provides a rare opportunity to explore a Kenyan national park on foot or by bicycle. The park’s dramatic cliffs, gorges, and geothermal springs inspired parts of Disney’s The Lion King, and its wild scenery continues to captivate visitors.
