About
Kapsabet is the administrative centre of Nandi County, set in the highlands of western Kenya. It is a working town at the heart of an agricultural region, and visitors come for its landscape, its climate and its link to the country's long-distance running tradition.
What to expect
The town sits among rolling tea plantations, so much of the scenery around it is green and orderly, with the hills stepping down in long curves. From higher ground there are views over the Rift Valley escarpment, which give a clear sense of how the land falls away toward the valley floor. The air is cool and fresh compared with the lowlands, which many visitors find a welcome change on a long trip through the country.
Why visit
Kapsabet is known as part of the highland region that has produced many of the world's leading long-distance runners, and that athletic heritage is a reason many people come here. Time spent in the town and its surroundings lets you see the landscape that shaped that tradition, and talk with local people about it.
- Scenic views of the Rift Valley escarpment
- Rolling tea plantations and the agricultural life of the district
- A cool highland climate
- The athletic heritage of the surrounding area
Planning your trip
Kapsabet suits a relaxed visit rather than a packed sightseeing itinerary. Plan for the scenery, for slow walks and conversation, and for a stop on a wider journey through western Kenya. Dress for cool conditions, especially in the morning and evening, and check locally on getting around before you set out.