Local Attractions
Safaris, mountains and culture near Marimanti
Things to Do Near Jordan Palace
Set near Meru National Park at the gateway to Tharaka-Nithi, Jordan Palace Resort is the perfect base for unforgettable safaris, mountain adventures and cultural discovery. Here are some of the highlights on our doorstep — and our team is always glad to help you plan visits and transfers.
Meru National Park
The wild heart of the region and the park that inspired the classic Born Free. Across 870 km² of grassland, swamp and riverine forest you can spot elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, Grévy’s zebra and hippo, and visit the rhino sanctuary — with Mount Kenya and the Tana River as your backdrop.
Game drives · Rhino sanctuary · Adamson’s Falls & Elsa’s grave
Mount Kenya National Park
A UNESCO World Heritage Site crowned by Africa’s second-highest peak. Trek through dramatic alpine scenery and indigenous forest alive with colobus monkeys, buffalo and elephant. The Chogoria route — one of the most beautiful approaches to the mountain — is the nearest gateway.
Trekking & climbing · Chogoria route · Photography
Tana River & Falls
Kenya’s longest river threads through the Meru landscape, feeding lush swamps and tumbling over scenic falls. Its banks are a magnet for elephant, hippo and an abundance of birdlife — perfect for a relaxed riverside excursion.
Riverside walks · Birdwatching · Picnics
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
A celebrated, UNESCO-listed Big Five conservancy renowned for its black and white rhino, elephant herds and endangered Grévy’s zebra. Expert-guided game drives here offer some of the finest wildlife viewing in northern Kenya.
Big Five game drives · Rhino conservation · Guided safaris
Ngare Ndare Forest
An ancient indigenous forest of giant trees, turquoise pools and waterfalls, famous for its suspended canopy walkway high among the treetops — a refreshing, family-friendly adventure.
Canopy walkway · Waterfalls & blue pools · Forest walks
Tharaka-Nithi Culture
Discover the warm culture of our home region — from the legendary Chuka drummers to bustling local markets, farms and craft traditions. Our team is happy to arrange an authentic cultural day out.
Chuka drummers · Local markets · Cultural visits