Menengai crater is located eight kilometres from Nakuru town, along Nakuru main road. It is a dormant volcano and the second largest crater in the world. it plunges 483 metres from the rim.
The volcano was formed about 200,000 years ago. the 12 x 8 kilometres caldera formed about 8000 years ago and is one of the best preserved calders in the world.
The crater foot is ideal for hiking . the summit is accessible by foot or vehicle and there is geothermal prospecting in the crater for energy.
Attractions and Activities
The volcano was formed about 200,000 years ago. the 12 x 8 kilometres caldera formed about 8000 years ago and is one of the best preserved calders in the world.
The crater foot is ideal for hiking . the summit is accessible by foot or vehicle and there is geothermal prospecting in the crater for energy.
Attractions and Activities
- Crater Walk
- Few places in kenya to see the southern african national flower, the protea growing wild
- Bird watching
Charges: 200 for locals, 600 for foreigners
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