Kericho County 's Scenic Map: Your Guide to Splendor

Explore Kericho County, where tea, nature trails, and tradition beckon. Discover the heart of Kenya's Rift Valley.

Kericho County’s Scenic Map: Your Guide to Splendor

Kericho County is in the heart of Kenya’s Rift Valley region, renowned for its lush tea plantations and rolling green hills. The county’s map, meticulously detailed by surveyor M.N Omosa, showcases a landscape dotted with urban centres and natural beauty.

Key spots include the bustling town of Kericho, which serves as the commercial hub and is known for its tea auctions and colonial-era architecture. Kericho town also hosts the County headquarters and its County Assembly. The map highlights the efficient road networks linking the County to neighbouring regions, making it accessible for trade and tourism.

The County has a total area of 2,479 sq. Km, administratively divided into six sub-counties, 30 wards, 85 locations and 209 sub-locations hosting more than 900,000 inhabitants. The sub-counties include Kipkelion, Londiani, Kericho East, Belgut, Ainamoi, Soin/ Sigowet, and Bureti, each with its unique charm: Kipkelion West and Kipkelion East are celebrated for their agricultural prowess; Belgut and Ainamoi boast rich cultural heritage sites; Soin/Sigowet with its expansive landscapes ideal for eco-tourism; and Bureti, famous for its dense forests and biodiversity.

Kericho County borders eight other counties. Kisumu County to the West. Uasin Gishu County to the North West, Baringo County to the North, Nandi County to the North-West, Nakuru County to the East and Bomet County to the South. Nyamira and Homa Bay Counties to the South West.

Ecologically, Kericho County lies in the Lake Victoria Basin. Volcanic rocks and igneous and metamorphic complexes characterise its geology. The county is predominantly underlain by tertiary lavas (phonolites) and intermediate igneous rocks. Part of the county is dominated by undifferentiated basement system rock (granites), volcanic ash admixture and other prolific rocks. 

The County experiences two rainy seasons: the long rainy season between April and June and the short rainy season between October and December. The dry season begins in January and progresses through March, although Climate Change has interfered with the weather patterns. To the inhabitants, the county has a favourable climate, with moderate temperatures of 17°C.

Tourist attractions in Kericho are plentiful, with the Tea Hotel and the Tea Museum being top draws for visitors interested in the region’s tea history.

Nature enthusiasts can explore the Kericho Escarpment, offering breathtaking views, or venture into the lush forests of Bureti, home to various nature trails where one can engage in bird watching or thrilling hikes. The Tinderet Hills surround the county to the north, and to the northeast is the Mau Escarpment. The gently rolling land forms Londiani Hills (Tuluap-sigis) between them.

The county contains seven main rivers including; Chemosit, Kiptaret, Kipsonoi, Timbilil, Maramara, Itare, Nyando, Kipchorian and Malaget. Some of these rivers have waterfalls namely; Maramara, Itare and Kiptaret.

This comprehensive map guides the administrative divisions and serves as a treasure map for discovering the natural and cultural wonders of Kericho County, enhancing its visibility as a prime destination for tourism and investment.

Download a detailed map with all features by clicking the below

Counsel Yuvenalis O. Kubwa Founder & Managing Partner- Kubwa & Company Advocates
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Yuvenalis Kubwa is an advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a member of the Law Society of Kenya.

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