Overview
Kericho sits on the edge of the Mau Forest in Kenya's western highlands, famed for its rolling tea estates. The town offers a slower pace than major tourist hubs, with access to Sikh and Catholic religious architecture, waterfalls, and arboretums surrounded by plantations.
Day Trips · Nature · Trekking
Before you go
Connectivity
Internet cafes (Cybers) are available around town. WiFi is limited to specific accommodations like Ivys Inn.
Money
Kenyan shilling (KES) is the local currency. Cooperative Bank on Temple Road has a 24-hour Mastercard/Visa ATM. Cash is the primary payment method in town.
Transport
Kericho sits on the B1 Road linking Nakuru to Kisumu and the Uganda border. Buses from Nairobi run twice daily (Ksh 900-1400). Bodaboda motorcycle taxis serve local transport.
Weather
Warm temperate climate year-round with sunny days often followed by evening rain. Occasional hail and thunderstorms.
