Home to extraordinary safari experiences
Kenya, just the name evokes the ancient sense of adventure that has propelled many to head to Africa to discover timeless cultures, archaeological mysteries and experience the quintessential safari. The country lies north of Tanzania on the east coast of Africa, spanning the equator. You will find Ethiopia to the north, Somalia, the Indian Ocean to the east and Uganda to the west.
A visit to Kenya will inevitably start or end in Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital city. To the south you will discover the game-rich savannahs of the Amboseli and Tsavo regions. With the snow-covered peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro in neighbouring Tanzania as a backdrop, this region is home to some of Africa’s largest elephants and in Tsavo they are often covered with a thin layer of red dust. Chyulu Hills National Park, located between Amboseli and Tsavo, is a magical land of solid black lava dotted with brightly coloured plants.
Renowned for its exceptional Big Five game viewing the Masai Mara Game Reserve on Kenya’s western border is also on the path of the Great Migration - a natural spectacle so immense that it will change you forever. The sight of a million wildebeest and accompanying zebra is overwhelming - a continuous charging mass that stretches across the vast horizon driven by primal instinct and the scent of northern rains. Meru National Park offers an unspoilt wilderness experience, though not Big Five. It is situated off-the-beaten-track and was home to the famous lioness Elsa, released back into the wild in the 1950’s.
In contrast to the ultimate in African safari experiences is Kenya’s extensive and very beautiful coastline. Stretching 480km alongside the warm, clean and turquoise-coloured Indian Ocean, you will discover soft, white sand beaches just waiting for your arrival. Stretching the coastline is Watamu National Park with some of the finest coral reefs on the planet which makes this an extremely popular snorkelling and diving destination. You can also indulge here, as Ernest Hemingway in the 1930s did, in some serious big game fishing!
Kenya for You
There are two international airports in Kenya ensuring ease of access from all over the world. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi is the largest airport and the main arrival point for most visitors. Mombasa International Airport (MBA) in Mombasa mainly serves tourists and business travellers entering Kenya's coastal region. Kenya’s large reserves are easily accessible with daily shuttle flights from Nairobi’s regional Wilson Airport and there are also flights between the reserves and Mombassa.
Highlights on the Kenyan calendar include the whale shark season starting in February and off course the most incredible wildlife spectacle on earth, the annual great migration from June to October. Kenya is the perfect bush and beach destination. Take a look at our existing tour options that will enable you get the most out of any visit to this fascinating country. Or contact us; our experienced team is on hand to recommend the best combinations to suit your needs.
