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Mount Longonot National Park

Volcano in Kenya

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Mount Longonot National Park is in the Southern Rift Valley of Kenya.

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It is easily accessible by car. Getting there by other means of transport is possible. However, it will include taking a taxi or walking considerable distances.

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UnderstandMount Longonot is an old volcano. Its highest peak is at about 2700 m.

Get inIt is easily accessible by car. Getting there by other means of transport is possible. However, it will include taking a taxi or walking considerable distances.

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DoThe track starts right behind the park entrance at 2160 m. It leads you straight up to the corona. From there on the path is almost always directly on the ridge of the corona.

SeeWhile you are walking on the ridge you can try to spot some of the still active spots. At some points on the inner crater rim it may be possible to see some steam coming out.

BuyThere is a basic shop at the park gate where you can buy water, soft drinks and sweets.

CampingIt may be possible to camp inside the crater overnight. Check with the park personnel.

Stay safeThough the animals are not considered dangerous in this area, you should be aware. Also it is not allowed or recommended to enter the crater without a ranger.

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