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Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi
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Mount Longonot Full-Day Hiking and Trekking Trip from Nairobi

By Gracepatt Ecotours Kenya
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Ages 3-99, max of 100 per group
Duration: 8h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English
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  • National Park fees
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Entry/Admission - Mount Longonot National Park
What's not included
  • Lunch (available to purchase)
  • Boat ride fees in Lake Naivasha (20USD per person)


Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Pick up available from Airbnb and private Apartments
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      Airport pickup offered
      During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.
      • Jomo Kenyatta Intl Airport, Nairobi Kenya
      • Wilson Airport, Nairobi Kenya
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 21143P53

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • Children must be accompanied by an adult
        • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
        • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
        • Most travelers can participate
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 21143P53

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        $195.00
        per adult (price varies by group size)
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        • 1
          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.
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        • Gracepatt Ecotours Kenya
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          Nairobi, Kenya
          Joined in March 2016
        • rhondamT9234OG
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          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          An amazing way to see the best of Nairobi in one day!Best day tour filled with wildlife and Kenyan hospitality & culture
          Wow what a sensational tour! If you have a day in Nairobi and want to experience a mix of wildlife and culture, book now! Stephen our guide was absolutely brilliant. There were just 4 people in our group. He made sure we were the first to the Giraffes to feed them before the crowds, he ensured we had the best spot to view and photograph the elephants at the orphanage. During these visits he took great photographs to ensure our day was captured on film. It was my husband’s birthday and Stephen secretly arranged a cake for him.. The ladies at the Kobe bead factory ensured that the celebration for my husband’s birthday was done in true Kenyan style. Dancing and singing “Happy Birthday”. The dancers at the Bomas of Kenya were great too.. A full day of animals, culture and fun.. Made possible by our wonderful driver and guide!
          Written January 16, 2025
        • Relax17720474425
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Peter was GREAT! Great tours!
          We had a great tour! Peter was a fantastic guide. Besides going to both sanctuaries (my husband liked the elephant one the most; I liked the giraffe one the most), he helped us with finding a bank, taking us to a souvenir place and taking us to Carnivore, the restaurant. The van was clean. Peter was very kind, gracious and helpful. I would go with this tour company again. Ask for Peter!
          Written January 14, 2025
        • th_od359
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          One of the best day of my life
          What a wonderful experience !!! The 4 activities are incredible and so instructive! Thank John for your advices and jokes
          Written January 13, 2025
        • Tour22413487335
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great 2 day safari and excellent guide
          Excellent trip and packed in a lot over 2 days which was great for us. John our guide was brilliant - helpful and knowledgable. Thank you!
          Written January 3, 2025
        • Departure27683500811
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          day trip
          Thank you Joe, for this amazing day share with you ! The first guide to show us lions in Nakuru, we saw so many beautiful animals and the landscape are incredible ! I also recommend to do the Boat Ride with John, it was really amazing, interesting and great to see hippos :)
          Written December 31, 2024
        • Thomas W
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Bucket list speed run
          A few boxes were crossed off the bucket list today. It was incredible. Stephen our tour guide was fantastic. Knowledgeable and charismatic. Have already recommended this tour to my friends.
          Written December 30, 2024
        • Nadine N
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Nairobi highlights I wanted to learn about on my one free day there.
          I was the only one signed up for this tour...Peter was so gracious, knowledgeable, and helpful! I would highly recommend him every day if the week! I thoroughly enjoyed my day.
          Written December 27, 2024
        • enriquels01
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great first Day
          Great First day of the Tour Stephen Mutuku is the best Guide-Driver so attentive and kind. He room us to the best activity for our first day
          Written December 27, 2024
        • DLG_404
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Nice experience
          Nice option while visiting Nairobi. Got to see the elephants up close. The caretakers do a great job with them. Good for adults, couples or families.
          Written December 22, 2024
        • 123sianl
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Unforgettable experience
          Picked up at the hotel on time by a friendly guide Titus, he made sure we arrived at the sanctuaries first to get in line before the crowds. The whole day was unforgettable.
          Written December 18, 2024
        • Riffyrifs
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          The perfect combination of activities!
          I went on this tour solo and met such a lovely group, that felt like friends. Stephen our driver and tour guide was amazing! Stephen was kind, knowledgeable, helpful, fun and took the best pictures of me while at the Giraffe Center. He also took us on a lunch stop at Utamaduni which was delicious. I really enjoyed this trip and can’t thank Stephen enough. All of the tours were very informative and I left feeling more aware and appreciative of all of the hard work in conservation efforts taking place in Kenya. The elephant orphanage and Girafe center were both educational and exciting. I also enjoyed seeing the ladies at the Kobe Tough Bead center, singing and making stunning handcrafted beads, accessories and clay sculptures.
          Written December 9, 2024
        • Footprints711433
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great Day in Nairobi with a Great Guide
          Thank you Stephen, our tour guide and driver, who kept us on schedules and very knowledgeable about Nairobi and all our stops. He also took some great photos. Would highly recommend requesting Stephen as your guide while on this tour.
          Written December 6, 2024
        • Stephen D
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Giraffe Center, Kobe Beads and Bomas of Kenya half day
          We got to see a little bit of Nairobi, the giraffe center was amazing. Kobe beads had some wonderful products. Bomas of Kenya provided some interesting historical information along with native dance and music. Our driver, Stephen was knowledgeable, organized and friendly.
          Written December 2, 2024
        • erinfI4545IO
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Memorable Day Trip
          I am so glad to have booked my Lake Elementaita Tour through Gracepatt. Sam gave me plenty of information and was always quick to respond. Our driver guide Martin looked after us amazingly the whole time and made the experience unforgettable. The memories created will be with me for a lifetime and it wouldn't have been possible without Gracepatt
          Written November 28, 2024
        • erinfI4545IO
          0 contributions
          5.0 of 5 bubbles
          Safari with Compassionate Guide
          We had a safari 4-Day Masai Mara and lake Nakuru, and communication with Ms. Grace was smooth and timely. Our driver guide Titus made the 4-day journey enjoyable. Titus is an intelligent and helpful safari guide. He planned the daily itinerary from the guests' perspective and had extensive safari experience. He was very dedicated, working tirelessly each day. Titus drove safely and skillfully throughout the trip, never reckless or impulsive. During the safaris, he demonstrated skill, experience, and professionalism. Lastly, Titus showed kindness and compassion toward people with disabilities, which deeply touched us. If any of our friends or family have the opportunity to visit Kenya, we would definitely recommend Titus as a guide. Once again, many thanks to Titus.
          Written November 28, 2024
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        Laura Larson
        Las Vegas, NV16 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Apr 2022 • Friends
        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!!
        Written May 3, 2022
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        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.
        Written May 16, 2022
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        T Simojoki
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2021 • Business
        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.
        Written July 9, 2021
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        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.
        Written July 16, 2021
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        TravelObsessed
        London, UK22 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2019 • Family
        Challenging for us (in our 50s) but that was part of the attraction. We had the perfect guide who was keen for us to enjoy the experience. Recommend a hat and lots high factor protection.
        Written March 1, 2019
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        Thank you so much Marielusty for giving us an opportunity to served you and taking your time leaving a great review. We are happy you enjoyed your day out with our guide. We look forward to serving you again in the near future. Best wishes
        Written March 6, 2019
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.

        Visitor683
        London, UK2 contributions
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        Feb 2022 • Solo
        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
        Written February 14, 2022
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        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
        Written February 15, 2022
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        Ivor C
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Feb 2020
        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.
        Written February 23, 2020
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        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.
        Written February 24, 2020
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        Toshi K
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2019 • Solo
        Kelvin was an excellent driver w/ nice sedan, Kennedy-Darius was an caring guide of Mt. Longonot. You can expect great view of the Rift Valley from the viewpoint and from the top of Mt. Longonot. If you prefer to go around the crater of Mt. Longonot, which takes 5-6 hours, ask upon booking. At Lake Naivasha, you'll have great chance of seeing many birds, hippos, giraffes, and zebras.
        Written January 3, 2019
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        Thanks a lot Toshihiro for giving us an opportunity to serve you climbing Mount Longonot and going ahead leaving a wonderful review. We are indeed grateful you had an excellent service from our driver guide Kelvin. We look forward to meeting and serving you again in the near future.
        Written January 9, 2019
        This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
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