The area surrounding Thomsons Falls in Nyahururu palpitates with such vibes as to allow any visitor a unique experience. It is unlike any other place in Kenya. The constant sound of the falls, twittering of the birds, chirping of the monkeys, and the enchanting view would make anyone feel closer to nature than at any other time and place. The hippo pool at the equator never ceases to amaze visitors. As one marvels at the wonders of the environment, it is quite natural to feel overwhelmed. The tourism industry has also not given it the credit that it truly deserves.

The capital city of Kenya, Nairobi, is situated 1,800 meters above sea level on the northernmost border of Athi Plains. Nairobi is East Africa’s most cosmopolitan city and Kenya’s beating heart. Through a remarkable metamorphosis of the face of Nairobi, it has become a thrilling and maddening concrete jungle. The city is now an untrammeled natural beauty unseen anywhere in the region. Evidently, the capital city of Kenya has risen within a century from a brackish swampland to a thriving place, and the modernity has quickly caught up. However, intriguingly, this is not an urban city separated from the wilderness.

Today, Mount Kenya Safari Club is a posh hotel and location of the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy. The twelve William Holden Cottage Suites, named after the founder, are identical and reflects the charm and history of the original residence. They possess spacious lounges and are elegant with beautiful stone fireplaces, expansive private lawns overlooking the mountain and five-piece ensuite bathrooms. The stunning suites have two adjoining bedrooms for two couples or a family, offering privacy and luxurious accommodation. It is home to the largest herd of mountain bongo in the world. The natural range of these animals was the Aberdares.