Natural Landmarks in Elgeyo Marakwet Elgeyo Escarpment: A Magnificent Landmark Sometimes known as Kerio Fault, Elgeyo Escarpment is a prominent landmark, both for its sheer scale and beauty. Rising over 1,000 ft, decisively separating the valley and highland, the long cliff of Elgeyo Escarpment sprints the entire 110 km western boundary of Elgeyo Marakwet County from close to Biretwo, in the south, to near Chegilet, in the north. Forming part of the western wall of the Rift Valley, it creates a striking landscape and has significant ecological and geological status. Admired and panegyrized as grand and sublime, the dramatic cliff and waterfalls of Elgeyo Escarpment are exemplified by a unique vegetal profile. It has semi-tropical vegetation on the slopes, while the floor of the valley is covered by dry thorn bush. The highland maintains and evergreen belt of farmland and forests. Every hour of day and season reworks this outstanding landmarks to ever new sceneries. The most comfortable time of year to visit the region is between June and August, when the rains have ended and the temperatures are not excessive. Only the part of the Elgeyo Escarpment between the highlands and the plateau is covered with forest, around Kapchemutwo and Kessup. Rather impressively, the area halfway down the Escarpment is dotted with homesteads, surrounded by corn fields. It a terrifying long drop from here. Fewer examples in Kenya could better demonstrate ‘living life on the edge'. And overcoming fear of heights is only one of the challenges of living here, yet, for forever and a day, this area has been home to the Elgeyo people, who have a long and proud history of thriving here. All along its marches, the Elgeyo Escarpment is a jaw-droppingly beautiful natural marvel. From a vantage point, like Kolol View, it's easy to appreciate the beauty and grandeur of the escarpment. One of the best ways yet to appreciate it is on a "paragliding jump" that takes you over it to the floor of Kerio Valley. Then there's the well-appointed Kerio View Resort, set up right at its edge. Here, visitors can immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty and enjoy a range of comforts. Cherangani Hills mark the northern boundary of Elgeyo Marakwet County, as they gather-up the western wall of the Rift Valley from where the Elgeyo Escarpment terminates. From Elgeyo Escarpment the contiguous Cherangani Hills extends the wall of the Great Rift Valley northerly to Uganda, on its procession to the Red Sea. To the east, the Elgeyo Escarpment drops abruptly to floor of Kerio Valley, while westwards the land falls away gently to the plains of Trans-Nzoia County. Formed due to faulting, these range of hills are renowned for their rich biodiversity, with diverse flora and fauna. The hills support a variety of all-important ecosystems. Kenya is blessed with a diverse range of natural landmarks, showcasing the country's stunning landscapes and rich biodiversity. These natural landmarks represent Kenya's breathtaking beauty and ecological diversity, making it a top destination for safari adventures, outdoor, and wilderness exploration. Index of Natural Landmarks Around Kenya Baringo County - Paka Volcano , Metkei Ridge , Tugen (Kamasia) Hills , Silale Crater , Bomet County - Motigo Hill , Bungoma County - Kabuchai Hills , Luucho Hills , Busia County - Samia Hills , Namenya Hill, Namenya Hill , Elgeyo Marakwet County - Kerio Valley , Elgeyo Escarpment , Mektei Ridge , Cherangani Hills , Embu County - Karue Hill , Kianjiru Hill , Mumoni Hill , Garissa County - Merti Plain , Homa Bay County - Asego & Kasarua Hills , Ruri Hills , Gembe Hills , The Gwassi Hills , Kanyamwa Escarpment , Isiolo County - Merti Plateau , Nyambene Range , Mlima Tatu Kula Mawe , Kajiado County - Ngong Hills, Mount Suswa, Ol Doinyo Orok, Chyulu Hills, Kericho County - Tinderet Mountain , Kiambu County - Kijabe Hills, Kilifi County - Marafa Gorge , Kisumu County - Kajulu Hills, Kitui County - Yatta Plateau , Laikipia County - Laikipia Plateau, Makueni County - Nzaui Range , Mandera County - Dandu Hills , Marsabit County - Mount Nyiru, Nabuyatom Cone, Mount Kulal, Mount Marsabit, Hurri Hills, Sololo Escarpment, Mount Forore, Meru County - Kierra Ridge , Mount Kenya , Nakuru County - Mount Longonot, Eburru Mountains, Menengai Crater, Nandi County - Nandi Hills , Nyando Escarpment , Kamulat Hill , Nandi Scarp , Narok County - Nguruman, Loita Hills, Siria Ridge, Nyamira County - Kibugat Hill , Emanga Hills , Kiabonyoru Hill , Nkoora Hill , Nyandarua County - Aberdare Range , Mount Kipipiri , Samburu County - Scared Mount Ololokwe , Ndoto Mountain Range , Mathews Range , Mount Nyiru , Samburu Hills , Loroghi Plateau , Siaya County - Got Ramogi, Taita Taveta County - Taita (Range) Hills , Mount Sagalla , Ngulia Hills , Mount Kasigau , Tharaka Nithi County - Kijegge Range , Turkana County - Mogila Hills, Loima Hills, Vihiga County - Bunyore Hills , Maragoli Hills , Wajir County - Mansa Guda Range , Malabar Hill , West Pokot County - Mount Murpus , Koh Hill , Sekerr Range Touring Elgeyo Marakwet County in Kenya offers a mix of stunning landscapes, cultural experiences, and outdoor adventures. Renowned for its rugged terrain and picturesque landscapes, it is also home to globally-famous long distance running exports. Hiking enthusiasts can explore trails such as the famous Kerio Valley Escarpment or venture into the Cherangani Hills for more challenging hikes. You Are Here: Elgeyo Escarpment Where to Next? Explore Destinations Near Elgeyo Escarpment A Guide to Elgeyo Marakwet County A Summa Digest of Elgeyo Marakwet About Elgeyo Marakwet Way Back When 44 Destinations in E. Marakwet County , arranged as one would visit these - west, south then north - with aid of narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart: Home of Champions Art Center, Keiyo Gardens, High Altitude Training Camp , Kamariny Stadium , St. Patrick's High School , Bugar Forest , Iten Viewpoint , Lelin Campsite , Kerio View Hotel , Active Edge , Rimoi National Reserve , Kapkurmoi Cultural & Conservation, Kessup Falls , Kessup Forest , Kilima Resort , Tambach Museum , Kolol Viewpoint , Torok Falls , Biretwo Museum , Kerio River Lodge , Chebloch Gorge , Samich Resort , Kenya Fluorspar Company , Sego Safari Resort , Melwa Gorge , Kerio Valley , Elgeyo (Kerio) Escarpment , Lake Kamnarok National Reserve , Kureswo Hot Springs , Metkei Ridge , Chemonde Forest, Chebirara Falls, Mela Cave , Cherangani Hills , Teren River Bridge , Arror Dam , Chebara Dam , Embobut Forest , Wewo Catholic Church , The Foothills (Kipkunurr & Koisungur) , Kipteberr Hill , Kiplagoch Caves , Ancient Marakwet Furrows Know More About E. Marakwet County: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including strip maps, Airports, Climate & National Monuments What's The Air Like In Elgeyo M? With a wide range in altitude, from 3350 metres asl., on the Cherangani Hills to around 1000 metres asl., in the Kerio Valley. the temperature varies with altitude, between 18 o C and 26 o C average maximum. What's The Lay Of The Land in C.28? Elegyo Marakwet can be split into three agro-zones: A high altitude region of forest and moorland; The Cherangani mountains; And the lower set Kerio Escarpment and Valley. Know More About Elgeyo Marakwet…

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