Iten view point offers magnificent views of the Kerio Valley as one drives towards Kabarnet on the C51 highway, 500m beyond Iten. The Tugen Hills form a prominent line of hills to the east, running parallel to the Keiyo Escarpment.
At the northern end of this range is the fine pyramidal shape of Tiati, the sacred mountain of the Pokot people.
To the south, at the head of the valley, are the high, forested slopes of Kapkut and Kipkanyilat (place of lightning) through which descend the main rivers which give rise to the Kerio River. The Kerio itself is visible as a brown thread winding through the thorn bush of the valley, 1000m below. If you see a small lake, it is Kamnarok; once permanent and home to many crocodiles but now only seasonal.
Tirinya, a few metres from the viewpoint, offers a cool place to unwind, relax and enjoy the views while enjoying some refreshments and snacks. It may also provide some campsites for those who have their own equipment.
It lies behind a rock boulder along a sign-posted track. Roast meat is sometimes, but not always, available.
