Waterfalls in Tharaka Nithi

Hidden Falls: A Surprise Beckoning Adventure

The landscape of Tharaka Nithi County is chaperoned by a farrago of spectacle waterfalls, tall, modest and large, most little-travelled and enticing for unique adventures. In all, Tharaka Nithi County has about fifteen waterfalls, most sold short, remaining uncovered treasures that serve only as local delights. Some of the noteworthy sites in its index of waterfalls include: Machui Falls along Naka River; Kanda Kame and Enamwamba Falls along the Maara River; Ura, Kibuuka, Iruruni, Ikwa, Machi, Ngoki, Mwanyingi, Mwita, and Hidden Falls on River Tungu.

The latter, Hidden Falls, is located about 2 km north of Chuka town, off the B6 for less than a kilometre. Many people visiting it make Hidden Treasure Lodge & Spa their jumping-off place. A local guide can be arranged with prior arrangements. Though somewhat famous locally, it’s still a hidden treasure within lush country; often overshadowed by the larger and more toured Ikwa and Kibuuka Falls. Still, the visitor to Hidden Falls with find the site is scenically-pleasing and reachable without too much difficulty over well cut village trails. Its horsetail waterfall keeps much contact with the rock as it descends, rapids-like, over several series of rock steps before fanning out into a plenteous rock pool engulfed in a bucolic setting.

Touring waterfalls in Kenya offers a refreshing and adventurous experience, showcasing the country’s stunning natural beauty. Each waterfall – many still little known – provides a unique and memorable experience, whether you’re seeking adventure, relaxation, or simply the opportunity to connect with nature

Index of Waterfalls Around Kenya

Baringo County - Simot Falls , Kikojo Falls , Kapedo Falls , Bomet County - Tenwek Falls , Iria Maina Falls , Bungoma County - Teremi Falls , Malakisi Falls , Nabuyole Webuye Falls , Mwikhupo Falls , Elgeyo Marakwet County - Kessup Falls , Torok Falls , Embu County - Iveche Falls , Karurina Falls , Ndunda Falls , Nthenge Njeru Falls , Nthungu Falls , Paradiso Falls, Isiolo County - Gotu (Chanler's) Falls , Isiolo Falls , Kakamega County - The Isiukhu Falls , Sidikho Falls , Kericho County - Londiani Ruskebe Falls , The Chereres Falls , Kiptui Falls, Kiambu County - Ruaka Falls, Tigoni Hill Falls, Ruai Falls, Mashinani Falls, Karweti Falls, Kirinyaga County - Ruamuthambi Falls , Gatitika Falls , Thiba Falls , Kathiri Falls , The Castle Falls , Kang'ere Falls, Karumandi Falls, Kisii County - Nyamarambe Falls , Kwale County - Sheldrick Falls , Machakos County - Fourteen Falls , Makueni County - Kyanzizi Falls , Ilovoto Falls , Ka Kindui Falls , Meru County - Vivienne Falls , Nithi Gate Falls , Irine (Devil’s Bridge) Falls , Kathita Falls , Ngare-Ndare Falls , Muranga County - Kimakia Falls , Kanunga Falls , Maragua Falls , Manguyo Falls , Nakuru County - Cedar, Makalia Falls, Nandi County - Ngabunat Falls , Chepkiit Falls , Chemase Falls , Tindinyo Falls , Diguna Falls , Nyamira County - Nyamira Falls , Nyabomite Falls , Nyakwana Falls , Nyandarua County - Ragia Falls , Wanjohi Falls , Kenungu Falls , Ndaragwa Falls , The Thompson Falls , Nyeri County - Riakiania Falls, Kahuru Falls, Ragati Falls, Karuru Falls, Chania Falls, Gura Falls, Zaina Falls, Taita Taveta County - Kilangarenyi Falls , Dembwa Falls , The Lugard's Falls , Tana River County - Adamson's Falls , Tharaka Nithi County - Kibuuka Falls , Ikwa Falls , Hidden Falls , Ura Falls , Uasin Gishu County - Koromosho Falls , Kesses Falls , Two Rivers Falls, Kapsurur Falls, West Pokot County - Tartar Falls , Loumba Falls, Wish Yilat

Although Tharaka Nithi County is not a prominent touring circuit, it is a beautiful, diverse area known for its stunning landscapes, cultural heritage, and agricultural economy. Taking after the character of its closely homogenous neighbours around Mount Kenya, Tharaka Nithi, with very good roads, is easy to access and traverse.

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35 Destinations in Tharaka Nithi County , arranged as one would visit these - south to northeast - with the aid of in-depth narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart:

Chuka Forest , Tredds Garden , The Hidden Falls , Hidden Treasure Lodge , Nithi Bridge , Weru Tea Factory , Whispers Garden, Pacha Waterfront Resort , PCEA Chogoria , Mount Kenya National Park , Anabas Alpine Lodge , Chogoria Trail , Nithi Falls , Lake Michaelson , Vivienne Falls , Kierra Ridge , Kierra Viewpoint , Thimbora, Mutunguruni Tree , Inanduru Caves , Kijegge Range , Kibuuka Grand Falls , River Tana, Mumoni Hill Reserve , Mwingi National Reserve , Kajuki Eco Lodge , Marimanti Baobab Lodge , Ikwa Falls , Mutejwa National Reserve , Meru National Park , Elsa's Grave , Ura Gate Festival , Ura Waterfalls

Know More About Tharaka Nithi: Its Geography, Land-Use, Highlights, Population, Roads - including a distance chart, Airports, Climate & National Monuments

What’s The Air Like in T. Nithi.?

Temperatures in the highland areas range between 14 o C to 30 o C, while those in the low land range between 22 o C to 36 o C. Rain vary with altitude.

What’s The Lay Of The Land in C.13?

The highest altitude within Tharaka Nithi County is about 5,200 ms at Chuka, Maara, and Igambang’ombe, and the lowest is 600 ms at Tharaka. The entire county is strewn with large masses of hillocks.

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