Mount Kenya Hikes

The Olesekut peak in the Oloroka mountain range, located in the South Rift Valley approximately 50 kilometers from Nairobi, provides a reasonably simple day climb through Maasai territory that takes around 5-6 hours to accomplish. Foreigners incorrectly refer to this location as ol esakut, a Maa curse term, much to the chagrin of the local Maasai. It's a less strenuous alternative to the Oltepesi side's more steeper and higher ascent up Oloroka. How to Get There Take Langata Road to Kenya's Bomas, then turn right onto Magadi Road, passing via Ongata Rongai, Kiserian, and Corner Baridi on your way to Kisamis. Take the Ngong circle road to the

Shompole Hill's position on the northern side of Lake Natron is its single most appealing feature. The spectacular delta/swamp produced by the Southern Ewaso Ng'iro river as it pours into the lake at the end of its lengthy voyage, nearly 200 kilometers from the Mau Escarpment, may be seen from its heights. The lowlands surrounding Shompole Hill are 600 meters above sea level, with daily temperatures reaching 38-41 degrees Celsius and predominantly rocky terrain. A few acacia and euphorbia trees have taken root in this parched wasteland, maybe serving as a forerunner for more species to come, with 6-foot anthills contributing to the odd scenery that stretches all

Uhuru Park, Nairobi's most famous recreational park, has a rich history of conflict and celebration in Kenya. Uhuru Park is a 12.9-hectare recreational park in Nairobi, Kenya, next to the city's central business sector. On May 23, 1969, the late Mzee Jomo Kenyatta opened it to the general public. It has an artificial lake, many national monuments, and an assembly ground that has become a popular weekend skating area as well as a venue for local skateboarding contests (best trick contest 2017), catering to Nairobi's developing skate community. Aside from skateboarding, boat riding, kids games, and camel riding, the assembly area hosts political and religious activities on occasion.