Philadelphia Retreat & Conference Centre is located in the Southern slopes of Mount Kenya; in Kirinyaga area about 130 km north of Nairobi and 10km west of Embu Town.The centre is along Nairobi-Embu road and is visible to travelers on the highway. It is a good stopping point for tourists on their way climbing Mt.Kenya, Meru and Samburu and Mwea Game reserve.

 

Tucked within the austere opulence of Africa's second highest mountain, and surrounded by picturesque coffee and tea plantations, it offers the rare escape into nature, with a forest walk of its own, amid the relaxing chirps of birds.

On a clear day the view of the snow-capped Mt Kenya is spectacular.

Neatly and superbly done in Kikuyu "thingira" style architecture, Philadelphia Place offers excellent accommodation in a quiet environment for rest, relaxation or work. It is a superb destination for group retreats and team building activities are organized.www.crocodileracers.com

The center offers diverse cuisine that suits all cultures with a specialty for African cuisine. It is the perfect stop for the adventurous at heart wishing to climb Mt Kenya and the best of Kenya all the way to Ethiopia and back.