Kakamega County

Kakamega County lies in Kenya’s lush western region and contains the country’s best-known surviving remnant of Guineo-Congolian rainforest. Kakamega Forest shelters monkeys, butterflies, forest birds and rare plants, with guided walks available around Isecheno and other stations. The Crying Stone of Ilesi is a prominent local rock formation beside the main road. Cultural visits can introduce Luhya traditions and the history of the Wanga kingdom around nearby Mumias. Kakamega town is the county’s commercial hub. The area suits birdwatchers, hikers and travellers seeking rainforest ecology, rural scenery and western Kenyan heritage.