why mtKenya is best for hiking
Mount Kenya is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second-highest in Africa, after Kilimanjaro. It is an extinct stratovolcano that last erupted between 2.6 and 3.1 million years ago. Mount Kenya is located in central Kenya, just south of the equator, in the Mount Kenya National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
The mountain is a popular destination for climbers and trekkers, offering a range of routes of varying difficulty. The highest peaks of Mount Kenya are Batian (5,199 meters or 17,057 feet) and Nelion (5,188 meters or 17,021 feet), both of which are technical climbs. However, Point Lenana (4,985 meters or 16,355 feet) is the most commonly climbed peak, accessible to trekkers without technical climbing skills.
Mount Kenya is known for its diverse ecosystems, including montane forest, bamboo forest, heathland, and alpine moorland, as well as its unique equatorial snow-capped peaks. The mountain supports a variety of wildlife, including elephants, buffalo, monkeys, and a rich array of bird species.
