Laikipia County

Laikipia County is an administrative region in Kenya featuring diverse terrain that ranges from open grasslands to forested mountain areas across varying elevations. The landscape offers visitors a mix of gentle plains and steep highland zones in different parts of the county.

This region gained its current county status in 2013 as part of Kenya's administrative reorganization, which divided earlier districts into new administrative units. The change aimed to improve local governance and regional management.

The population of 518,560 residents includes Kikuyu, Maasai, Samburu, Meru, Borana, and Turkana communities, each maintaining their traditional practices.

The A2 highway connects this area to major urban centers and serves as the main entry route for visitors. Several secondary roads crisscross the interior for exploring different regions within the county.

Large private ranches and conservation areas in Laikipia support both commercial agriculture and wildlife preservation, creating a mixed-use landscape.

Location: Kenya

Inception: March 4, 2013

Capital city: Rumuruti

Website: https://laikipia.go.ke

GPS coordinates: 0.08333,36.66667

Latest update: December 20, 2025 12:49