6 Reasons you Should Visit Nyeri County.



In the recent wake of protests for BlackLivesMatter, we have seen a rise in black people and other people of Color standing up against police brutality. This has led to worldwide protests and their anger has rippled thousands of kilometers to Kenya, precisely in Nyeri. one Facebook user commented on a live feed suggesting the protesters should burn the Whitehouse. 

One American saw this and posted it on Twitter generation a lot of reaction. One of those reactions was a guy who did a background check on the person that made the comment and in the reply, he said that our guy was from a small village in Kenya. That hit a spot to me, why? I was born and bred in Nyeri and it is not as small as you would like to think. Let me tell you why.


According to the Nyeri County Government website, the county is 3337.10 square kilometers and has a population of 693,558. The county is located in the central highlands of Kenya where the grass is always green, okay not always but it is green. The county is surrounded by nature's beauty. The county is approximately three and a half hours drive from Nairobi. From the ranges that surround it to the views to the vast plant and animal diversity, here are 7 reasons you should visit Nyeri County;


1. Zaina Falls

Located in along the hilly ranges of the Aberdares and about 10km from Nyeri town, Zaina falls provides a beautiful experience where you get to enjoy the cool breeze and the purity of mother nature. You can go there for a picnic or simply to just meditate in the beautiful silence. A few meters from the falls there's an open field where you can lie down and let the sunshine on you, also another good picnic spot. the best part is, to get there, you have to walk through a river, let your feet sink into the river bed as you feel the river washing away your worries and burdens. If you fancy a romantic place to propose, I suggest Zaina Falls. It would cost you around Kshs 150 to 200 to go there. Visit the place.


2. Views for Days!!!!


With views like this, who wouldn't want to be in Nyeri. Almost everywhere you in Nyeri, you'll see amazing views on the horizon, be it Mt. Kenya on a clear day or Nyeri Hill that stands tall over Nyeri town or be it the Aberdare ranges that belt around the county, the views are stunning. Your mind just floats away as you look into nature's beauty and you end up having a sense of calmness.

3. History.

Nyeri was known as Happy Valley by the British and Indian settlers who migrated there after the British military defeated the Kikuyu in 1902 and established their post. The town grew into a trading center for white settlers who produced cattle, wheat, and coffee. Some of the hotels that have stood the test of time include The White Rhino Hotel, The Aberdare Country Club, Nyeri Golf Club, and the Outspan Hotel.
Nyeri is also the place where the founding father of Scouting, Lord Baden Powell was buried and also where Sister Irene Stefani worked and later buried. Sister irene would later be cleared for beautification.

4. Wildlife


The county boasts of diversity in its wildlife. With the presence of the Aberdare National park, Mt. Kenya National park, and other game reserves, Nyeri County definitely has a variety of animals to see. Some of the more iconic animals are the majestic elephants, rhinos, zebras, gazelles, and a variety of bird species that will make your trip to the county, a safari.


5. Hotels

Once in Nyeri, you'll have a variety of hotels to choose from catering for all budgets. You can book online and also using Airbnb. You can be guaranteed that they will serve you to the utmost best with farm-fresh produce and superior customer service. If you fancy waking up to elephants drinking in the nearby pond, I'd suggest The Ark Hotel. You'll have one of the best experiences in the wild.

6. Hiking and fun activities

Nyeri is a haven for hiking. With so trails that one can walk through, it is hard not to just sit around when you could just grab a bottle of water and good walking shoes and enjoy nature. One could hike in the Aberdare National Park with the help of tour guides, you could also hike to the top Nyeri Hill.
the Trout Valley in Nyeri provides serene scenes for you and yours to go camping and get the opportunity to do some fishing. There are several spots in Nyeri where you could hire a bicycle and go on bicycle trails




Next time you want to go for a weekend getaway, why not go to Nyeri?


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