About
Kericho County lies in western Kenya, in the fertile highlands of the Great Rift Valley. It is best known for its tea. The rolling green plantations that cover much of the county are a defining feature of the landscape, and tea production is central to the local economy.
What a visit offers
- Sweeping views over tea estates, with rows of bushes stretching across the hills
- A closer look at how tea is grown and processed, from the plantations to the factories
- The cool, temperate feel of the highlands, a pleasant contrast to the heat of lower country
- A quieter, rural pace of travel within the wider Rift Valley region
Planning your trip
Kericho is a county rather than a single attraction, so a visit is best approached as a stay in a working agricultural area. Much of the appeal lies in the scenery and in the chance to see the tea industry up close. Visitors interested in the landscape may enjoy setting aside time for slow drives and walks through the estates, while those interested in the product itself can ask locally about tours of production. Its position within the Rift Valley also makes it a convenient part of a wider journey through western Kenya.
