Highlights
This extinct volcano on the northern side of Nakuru is 2490 m high and is the second largest surviving volcanic crater in the world, with a surface area of 90 sq km. However, a sign erected at the highest point by the Rotary Club shows the distances and general directions of several places worldwide.
The crater is 8 km from the main road. As you ascend, the views over Lake Nakuru are excellent, although it is not visible from the top. In the 19th century the Menengai Crater was the site of a bloody battle between different Masai clans, vying for the pastures of the Rift Valley slopes and Naivasha.
The Laikipia Moran (worriers) was defeated by their southern neighbours the Ilpurko Masai, who reputedly threw the former over the crater edge. According to legend the fumaroles rising from the crater bed are the souls of the vanquished seeking to find the way to heaven. The Maa word Menengai means ‘the dead’.
The views over Lake Nakuru are excellent as are the views towards Lake Bogoria over the other side. The crater itself is enormous, about 12 km across and 500 m deep. The mountain is surrounded by a nature reserve.
Scenery Highlights
Itenary
0700hrs Pick up from your hotel or residence and drive to Menengai Crater Nakuru with a stopover en route at the rift valley view point
10:00hrs Arrival at the Menengai forest station
10:30hrs Begin hiking stating from the Menengai view point, the hike very challenging so you MUST be fit to do the complete hike
13:00hrs Picnic lunch
16:00hrs Finish your hiking at the view point and begin your journey back to Nairobi arriving by 1700hrs
What's Included
- Transport to & from,
- Park Entry fees,
- Lunch at the lodge,
- Services of a professional tour guide/Driver.
- Drinking 1ltr.p.person per day.
What's not Included
- Drinks
- Any other extras not mentioned
Why Book With Us?
- Best service and support
- Totally disposed in all aspects
- Dedicated, trustworthy team
- Professional happy services
