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Kenya
The original and still one of the best safari destinations, Kenya has that wide geographical diversity typical of East Africa - coral fringed coastline, savannah plains, the enormous lakes of the Great Rift Valley, acacia bush, highland deserts and the glaciated mountain peaks of Mount Kenya and Mount Elgon.
With a huge choice of National Parks, game reserves and private concession areas, Kenya offers a wonderful safari experience. Choose from small intimate safari camps to grand lakeside colonial houses, or privately-owned ranches and farmhouses. There are also some excellent camps with special children’s clubs making Kenya ideal for a family safari. Game viewing is abundant and with an standout regional flight system you can easily visit two or more national parks on your safari.
The wildlife is abundant and diverse. The Big 5 are to be found among Kenya's many game parks, and the Masai Mara is host to the famous wildebeest migration, which can usually be seen between July and October, as hundreds of thousands of wildebeest, antelope, and their accompanying predators, travel from the Serengeti in Tanzania to the Masai Mara. With good reason, the Masai Mara is often called "the most magnificent natural theatre in the world".
Tsavo, Amboseli, Samburu and Shaba National Parks also offer excellent safari experiences, each with there own characteristic terrain and wildlife. Most safaris are vehicle based, but a number of parks offer walking safaris. Amboseli is located at the base of Kilimanjaro, and can combine well with one of our Mt Kenya or Kilimanjaro treks.
Kenya has numerous coastal options for those seeking a beach holiday - an ideal start or finish to any safari. For an insight into Swahili culture and architecture consider the legendary 13th century Swahili town of Lamu and the nearby islands of Manda, Kiwayu and Funzi Keys, which all offer stylish accommodation and private beaches. Diving, snorkelling and boating are excellent and readily available.
TRAVEL ADVICE
Kenya's dry seasons normally occur June to October and December to mid March.
The long rains normally come between mid-March and May, the short rains in November.
A trip to see mountain gorillas in Rwanda or Uganda combines well with a Kenyan safari in the Masai Mara.
Kenya is an excellent family destination.
Kenya has great beaches and coastal resorts including Lamu and Mombasa.
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Regions in Kenya
Despite its size, Amboseli is one of the most popular parks in Kenya due in part to its stunning views of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Chyulu Hills and Tsavo National Parks
Chyulu Hills & Tsavo National Parks are in south eastern Kenya between Kilimanjaro and the coast.
The Laikipia District of Kenya is located in the centre of the country, on the equator.
Lake Victoria is the second largest freshwater lake in the world at 70,000 square kilometres, and crosses over into Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
The Lamu Archipelago is located close to the northern coast of Kenya and home to the beautiful islands of Manda, Lamu, Kiwayu and Pate.
The Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is a private reserve in north-east Kenya near to Mount Kenya National Park, Samburu and the Aberdares.
The Masai Mara, the most famous of Kenya’s reserves, has been called 'the most magnificent theatre in the world.'
Meru is one of Kenya’s least visited national parks.
Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya and occupies a stunning setting by the Indian Ocean.
Mount Kenya
Nairobi is a bustling, lively city which boasts its own National Park.
The Kenyan Rift Valley is a section of the 6,000km Great Rift Valley which stretches from the Dead Sea in the Middle East, all the way to Mozambique.
Samburu and Shaba National Parks
The Samburu National Reserve is situated on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River in Kenya.
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Example itineraries in Kenya
Kenya Wildlife and Cultural Safari
A fully guided Safari beginning with the secluded and serene game park of Meru to view a wide variety of animal and bird life, some endemic to this region plus experience the day-to-day life of the Meru and Borana people. Then on to the slopes of Mount Kenya before traversing the Aberdare Ranges to the Rift Valley to visit Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, the Loita Hills and finally the world famous Maasai Mara.
Kenya Rift Valley and Mara Walking and Driven Safari
A relaxed walking, cultural and wildlife safari through the Rift Valley and Maasai country that combines balanced easy walking opportunities, wildlife viewing and cultural interactions. This itinerary, which works well for Families is ideal for both young and older travellers alike. A journey with relatively short distances lets you discover varied sceneries, different wildlife environments and cultural experiences of the Kikuyu and Maasai tribes all at a relaxed pace.
