Determinants of Recreational Use of Naromoru, Chogoria and Sirimon Routes of Mount Kenya National Park

A significant variation in visitor satisfaction with campsites exists among the Chogoria, Naromoru, and Sirimon routes of Mount Kenya National Park. This finding stems from a study analyzing recreational use patterns, demographics, and satisfaction levels of 243 tourists using descriptive statistics and inferential analysis. Most visitors were Kenyan nationals aged 20–29, with graduate education and working-class backgrounds. While no significant associations were found for gender, origin, or education level, age and occupation showed notable correlations with recreation routes. Additionally, differences in length of stay (most visitors stayed four days) and group size (small groups of one to four individuals) were observed across the routes. The study provides critical baseline data for park management and tourism planning in Kenya's mountain regions.

Mugambi, D. K., Muthomi, N., & Muigai, D. (2026). Determinants of Recreational Use of Naromoru, Chogoria and Sirimon Routes of Mount Kenya National Park. Asian Basic and Applied Research Journal, 8(1), 144–157. https://doi.org/10.56557/abaarj/2026/v8i1216