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Naivasha lives up to its billing as modern day 'Happy Valley'

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Kalle Rovanpera and co-driver Jonne Halttunen splash water at the Kasarani Special Super Stage during the 2024 WRC Safari Rally Kenya edition on March 28, 2024. [Stafford Ondego, Standard]

The return of Safari Rally coupled with the growth of a thriving hospitality industry has catapulted Naivasha into the national limelight, living up to its billing as the 'Happy Valley' of colonial times.

Fondly referred to as 'Vasha', it has in the past few years evolved into a favourite destination for holiday makers after the Coast.

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