1 / 4Mount Longonot National Park
Size
52 km²
Elevation
2,776 m
Entry fee
$82
Ideal stay
1 days
Established
1984
Nearest airport
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, 90 km south; Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL), 85 km south for domestic charter flights
About Mount Longonot National Park
Beste Reisezeit
Tierwelt-Highlights
Aktivitäten vor Ort
Anreise
Nächstgelegener Ort: Naivasha town, 25 km south — the primary gateway with lodge accommodation, restaurants, and park entry permits. Nairobi City, 90 km south — Kenya's capital with international flights and major safari operator offices.
Safari packages visiting Mount Longonot National Park
Häufige Fragen
How much does it cost to visit Mount Longonot National Park?
Park entry fees are approximately USD 82 per non-resident adult (USD 40 for African citizens, KES 1,350 for Kenyan residents). A full day trip including a ranger guide, transport from Nairobi, and packed lunch costs USD 120–180 per person. Prices vary by operator; compare packages through SafariFind to find options matching your budget.
What is the best time to visit Mount Longonot National Park?
June to October (dry season) offers ideal hiking conditions with cool temperatures, clear skies, and minimal rain. December to March is warm and dry with fewer tourists. Avoid April-May and November (wet seasons) when muddy trails and afternoon thunderstorms make hiking difficult. Peak crowds occur July-August and December-January; visit May-June or September-October for quieter experiences.
What wildlife can you see at Mount Longonot National Park?
Mount Longonot is home to buffalo, eland, giraffe, zebra, lion, leopard, bushbuck, and Grant's gazelle. Over 100 bird species have been recorded, including lammergeiers and Verreaux's eagles circling the crater rim. Black and white colobus monkeys inhabit the crater forest. Wildlife is most visible in early morning and late afternoon; leopards are nocturnal and rarely seen.
How do you get to Mount Longonot National Park?
Fly into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, 90 km south. From Nairobi, drive 90 km northwest on the tarmac highway to Naivasha (1.5–2 hours), then 25 km on a gravel road to the park entrance (30–45 minutes). Alternatively, charter a domestic flight from Nairobi Wilson Airport (WIL) to Naivasha airstrip (1 hour). Most visitors book guided day trips from Nairobi or Lake Naivasha lodges.
Is Mount Longonot National Park good for families with children?
The 13.5 km crater rim hike is strenuous and takes 4–5 hours, making it suitable only for children aged 12+ with good fitness. Younger children can visit Lake Naivasha lodges nearby and do short walks at the park entrance. Families with mixed ages should plan a 2–3 day Lake Naivasha stay, combining a half-day hike with other activities like boat tours or Hell's Gate National Park visits.