Welcome to the Central Highlands
Key Attractions
- Mount Kenya National Park
- Mt. Kenya
- Aberdares National Park
- Meru National Park
- Lakes (Lake Alice, & Lake Rutundu)
- Rivers (Tana) and waterfalls (Thompson Falls)
- Local tribes
- Laikipia Plateau
- Sagana Rapids
- Private ranches & conservancies (Ol Pejeta, Il Ngwesi & Lewa)
Slightly to the north of Nairobi is Mt. Kenya, Africa’s second highest peak towering at 5,200m above sea level. It is unique in that it is the only snow-capped mountain straddling the equator. It was recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997 and it forms part of the Mt. Kenya National Park. The mountain provides a challenge for climbers, trekkers, and hikers. Its forests and high-altitude lakes are perfect for trout fishing and horse riding, and are home to endangered wildlife species and the historic Mau caves, a legacy of the Kenyan spirit.
This region is also home to one of Kenya’s newest attractions: the Meru National Park. This park is an isolated, wild, and undisturbed haven for the wildlife enthusiast and was reborn through concerted conservation efforts. Further to the east, the little explored Bisidani and Rahole Reserves await exploration by those daring enough to take up the adventure. In the beautiful Laikipia Plateau and the Matthews Ranges, visitors will find stunning lodges and camps owned and run by the local communities that offer the last word in wilderness luxury and a greater opportunity to get to know Kenya's least known cultures.