This photo taken on April 11, 2026 shows alpine plants in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

Visitors hike in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya, April 11, 2026. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

This photo taken on April 12, 2026 shows the clouds seen from the summit of Point Lenana in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

This long exposure photo taken on April 11, 2026 shows a view of the starry sky over Mount Kenya National Park seen from Shipton's Camp in Meru County, central Kenya. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

Visitors rest during their hiking in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya, April 12, 2026. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

This photo taken on April 12, 2026 shows the sunrise view seen from the summit of Point Lenana in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

This photo taken on April 12, 2026 shows the sunrise view seen from the summit of Point Lenana in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

This photo taken on April 12, 2026 shows a view of Batian Peak in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

This photo taken on April 11, 2026 shows the scenery in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

Hikers stand as they reach the summit of Point Lenana in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya, April 12, 2026. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

This photo taken on April 11, 2026 shows alpine plants in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)

A rock hyrax is seen in Mount Kenya National Park, Meru County, central Kenya, April 11, 2026. Located close to the Equator in central Kenya, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa as its highest peak, Batian, reaches 5,199 meters.

Vegetation in Mount Kenya National Park changes with altitude, creating distinct vertical ecological zones. The park plays an important role in maintaining Kenya's ecological security and was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1997.

As one of Kenya's major tourist destinations, Mount Kenya National Park attracts large numbers of visitors each year for trekking and mountaineering. (Xinhua/Xie Jianfei)