Where our tea
begins
The story of a place, a people, and a cup of tea.
About Nandi Hills
Nandi Hills sits in Kenya's Rift Valley at elevations between 1,900 and 2,300 metres. The cool highland climate, volcanic soil, and consistent rainfall create ideal conditions for slow-growing, flavour-rich tea. It is one of the finest tea-growing regions on the planet — and one of the least well-known outside the specialty market.
Elevation
1,900–2,300m
High altitude — slower growth, deeper flavour.
Climate
16–24°C
Cool equatorial climate with two rainy seasons.
Annual rainfall
1,800mm
Rich, consistent rainfall feeds the roots.
Certification
Food-safe
All processing meets international food hygiene standards.
Where we are
The people behind the tea
Every leaf is hand-picked by skilled workers — people with years of knowledge about quality, timing, and care. These are the people Chakancha was built to honour.