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Places to Visit while in Kitui.

1)Nzambani Rock,

Locally known as Ivia ya Nzambani, is a stone outcrop standing approximately 600 feet above the ground. The rock is situated about 8 kilometers from Kitui town along the Kitui-Mutitu road at Nzambani market, Kenya. Next to it are St. Peters Nzambani Boys' Secondary School and Nzambani Primary School. It is believed that anyone who goes round the rock seven times changes into a member of the opposite sex This tale has been passed from one generation to another but it is clear that no one has ever tried to go round the rock seven times. There are many other tales as to how the rock came into being.

2)Mwingi Game Reserve

The reserve covers an area of approximately 745 square kilometres. It can be accessed via Thika to Mwingi then north-east through Kyuso village. The reserve is frequently visited by animals from other neighbouring reserves and parks. It is a designated wilderness activity zone that offers amazing opportunities for fly camping, camel and horseback safaris.

3) South Kitui National Reserve

It was established in 1979 and covers an estimated area of 1,833 square kilometers. The reserve is frequented by wild animals that relocate to and from Tsavo National Park. Some of the wild animals that frequent the reserve include lions, elephants, giraffes, leopards and the lesser kudu. It is a hidden game suitable for bird watching adventures, game viewing and camping.

4) Mutomo Hill Plant Sanctuary

It is a botanical garden located about 75 kilometers south of Kitui Town. The sanctuary features over 100 species of indigenous trees and plants believed to have medicinal value. It is a nice place to visit for bird watching adventures, camping, nature walks and picnicking.

5)Ngomeni Rock

It is a scenic rocky outcrop located in Mwingi. The rock is surrounded by thorny bushes and numerous caves, which you actually need to explore when visiting Mwingi. A large dam is also located near the rock. This is one place you need to visit for hiking adventures and sightseeing of Mwingi Town and its environs.

6) Ikoo Valley

The scenic V-shaped valley is located in  Migwani, Mwingi West sub-county. It offers a vantage point for photographic opportunities of undulating hills and beautiful sceneries in Kitui County and beyond.


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