Waterfalls in Kenya map & data
There are 84 waterfalls mapped in Kenya, spread over 21 regions. The most are in Kakamega (25), Trans Nzoia (7) and Elgeyo-Marakwet (6). 44% of them carry a name. Well-known examples include Soni's Pool, Kermet waterfall and 1rst Chesurur Waterfall.
Waterfalls by region
| Region | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kakamega | 25 | 30% |
| Trans Nzoia | 7 | 8.3% |
| Elgeyo-Marakwet | 6 | 7.1% |
| Nyeri | 6 | 7.1% |
| Kiambu | 6 | 7.1% |
| Samburu | 4 | 4.8% |
| Meru | 4 | 4.8% |
| Bungoma | 3 | 3.6% |
| Laikipia | 3 | 3.6% |
| Murang'a | 3 | 3.6% |
| Kajiado | 3 | 3.6% |
| Nairobi | 3 | 3.6% |
| Uasin Gishu | 2 | 2.4% |
| Kitui | 2 | 2.4% |
| Marsabit | 1 | 1.2% |
| Isiolo | 1 | 1.2% |
| Nandi | 1 | 1.2% |
| Siaya | 1 | 1.2% |
| Nyandarua | 1 | 1.2% |
| Kisii | 1 | 1.2% |
| Kwale | 1 | 1.2% |
Notable waterfalls in Kenya
- Soni's PoolSamburu
- Kermet waterfallElgeyo-Marakwet
- 1rst Chesurur WaterfallTrans Nzoia
- Kaptagat FallsUasin Gishu
- Isiukhu FallsKakamega
- WaterfallLaikipia
- Kiambogo WaterfallMeru
- Chepkiit WaterfallsNandi
- Yala FallsSiaya
- Gikururu River FallsNyeri
- Adamsons FallsKitui
- Gatango WaterfallMurang'a
- Channia FallsKiambu
- Entasopia WaterfallKajiado
- Oloolua WaterfallNairobi
- Sheldrick waterfallsKwale
- Kessup WaterfallElgeyo-Marakwet
- 2nd Chesurur WaterfallTrans Nzoia
- KoromoshoUasin Gishu
- Nabuyole waterfallsKakamega
- Waterfall & Natural PoolLaikipia
- Ngare Ndare Waterfall & PoolMeru
- Gura WaterfallNyeri
- Bisadi Falls (Seasonal)Kitui
- Mission FallsMurang'a
- Gatamaiyu River WaterfallKiambu
- Torok WaterfallElgeyo-Marakwet
- Elkony WaterfallTrans Nzoia
- Seasonal WaterfallMeru
- Karuru WaterfallNyeri
- Thika FallsMurang'a
- Kimakia WaterfallsKiambu
- elkony waterfallTrans Nzoia
- Los locos waterfallNyeri
- Komothai riverKiambu
- Percival WaterfallNyeri
- Zania fallsNyeri
What's in this layer
Every waterfall in the layer comes with its name, kind, elevation (peaks), the region it is in, latitude and longitude. Waterfalls and cascades.
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Frequently asked questions
How many waterfalls are there in Kenya?
This layer holds 84 waterfalls in Kenya, the most of them in Kakamega. The data is refreshed every 6 months; this release is from November 2026.
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What information comes with each waterfall?
The name, kind, elevation (peaks), the region it is in, latitude and longitude.
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