Wildlife Conservancies in Kitui

Kanyonyoo Wildlife Conservancy

Kanyonyoo Wildlife Conservancy is 231 km2 of arid bushland interspered with acacia accommodating remnants of once prolific plains game that freely roamed the previously unsettled area. It is about 76 kms east of Thika near Kanyonyoo Market. The A3 Thika-Garissa-Liboi Road progresses along its southern flanks, while the B7 Kibwezi-Kitui-Kandwia-Usueni Road travel on its western frontier, so it is approachable from the south as well as from the east. So far there is no accommodation within the conservancy but it is served by  Thatha Hills Resort  and  Kitui Premier Resort  both within a reasonable distance.

The conservancy was established to preserve the existing wildlife in harmony with ranching. Some of the notable wildlife include buffaloes, zebra, antelopes and giraffes. It is also home to a variegated bird life. The generally dry climate of Kitui means that its parkways are passable almost all year round. Against the backdrop of Thatha Hills it is almost guranteed success, yet, in addition, it has impressive game. The fact that Kanyonyoo Wildlife Conservancy lacks a focal point or a much-talked about spectacle makes for pleasant afternoon game drive full of adventure. From Kitui Town, this is located 30 kms northerly in Thatha Village.

Kenya has about 110 wildlife conservancies, all promoting the placid co-existence of local people and wildlife in mutual well-being. Improved security, better land management, income, employment and support to community projects have all encouraged the epic rise of conservancies unique attractions and experiences.

Index of Wildlife Conservancies in Kenya

Baringo County - Kimn'gochoch Conservancy , Irong Conservancy , Ruko Conservancy , Chuine Conservancy , Kaptuya Conservancy , Kabarion Conservancy , Morop Tarambas Community Conservancy , Garissa County - Ishaqbini Hirola Conservancy , Homa Bay County - Gwassi Hills Forest Conservancy , Isiolo County - Biliqo Bulesa Community Conservancy , Leparua Conservancy , Ol Lentille Conservancy , Oldonyiro Conservancy , Nasuulu Community Game Conservancy , Nakuprat Gotu Conservancy , Kajiado County - Rimpa Estate Wildlife Conservancy, Shompole Wildlife Conservancy, Olkirimatian Conservancy, Mount Suswa Conservancy, Sidai Oleng Wildlife Conservancy, Selenkay Conservancy, Kericho County - Chebulu Conservancy , Kilifi County - Kuruwitu Marine Conservancy , Galana Wildlife Conservancy , Kirinyaga County - Ragati Conservancy , Kitui County - Kanyanyoo Conservancy, Laikipia County - Ol Ari Nyiro Conservancy, Loisaba Conservancy, Naibunga Game Conservancy, Ol Lentille Conservancy, Ol Jogi Conservancy, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lekurruki Conservancy, Il Ngwesi Conservancy, Lamu County - Kipini Conservancy, Machakos County - The Athi Kapiti Conservancy , Swara Plain Wildlife Conservancy , Makueni County - Kilalinda Conservancy , Marsabit County - Jaldessa Community Conservancy, Shurr Community Conservancy, Songa Conservancy, Melako Conservancy, Mandera County - The Dandu Hills Conservancy, Chachabole Wildlife Conservancy, Rhamu Conservancy, Meru County - Lewa Wildlife Conservancy , Nakuru County - Oserengoni Conservancy, Narok County - The Mara Triangle, Mara North Conservancy, Oloisukut Conservancy, Lemek Conservancy, Olare Motorogi Conservancy, Ol Choro Oiroua Conservancy, Enonkishu Game Conservancy, Pardamat Conservancy, Naibosho Conservancy, Ol Kinyei Conservancy, Ol Derikesi Conservancy, Samburu County - Kalama Conservancy , Westgate Conservancy , Meibai Conservancy , Namunyak Conservancy , Sera Conservancy , Taita Taveta County - Lumo Conservancy , Mbulia Conservancy , The Wushumbu Conservancy, Tana River County - Kipini Conservancy , Ndera East Conservancy , Bura East Conservancy , Vihiga County - Kaimosi Mission Wildlife Conservancy , Wajir County - Sabuli Wildlife Conservancy , Uasin Gishu County - Chebororwa Community Conservancy, Ndalat Hill Conservancy

Kitui County is a hidden gem for travelers seeking adventure, culture, and nature. With better infrastructure and marketing, it could become a key destination in Kenya’s tourism map. Known for its arid and semi-arid landscapes, rich Kamba culture, and untapped tourism potential, it is home to many unique attractions, hillscapes, scenic rock formations and valleys ideal for hiking and photography.

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33 Destinations in Kitui County , arranged as one would visit these - north to south - with the aid of in-depth narratives, images, strip maps and distance chart:

Revelation Recreational Park , Kanyonyoo Wildlife Conservancy , B2 Yatta Ranch , Ukasi Hill , Mumoni Hill Forest Reserve , Muvaroa Forest Reserve , Gai (Muruu) Rock , Kiambere Dam , Mwingi National Reserve , Adamson Bridge , Ngomeni Rock , Kitui War Monument , Kitui Villa , Kalundu Public Park , Kitui Hills , Nzambani Rock , Ikoo Viewpoint , Mutito Hills, Mui Basin , Nuu Hills , Mutomo Hill Sanctuary , Mutomo Reptile Park , South Kitui National Reserve , AIC Ikutha , Tsavo East National Park , Athi-Galana River , Kanderi Swamp , Yatta Plateau , Ithumba Camp , Ithumba Hill Camp , The Man-eaters Bridge , Man-eaters Camp

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Kitui County has a low-lying topography with arid and semi-arid climates. The general landscape of Kitui is flat with a plain that gently rolls down towards the east.

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Climate in Kitui is generally hot and dry with little rainfall. Temperatures are high year-round, ranging between 14°C-34°C. The hotter months are September, October, January.

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