KENYA
Land of diverse cultures and the big five
KENYA – Land of diverse cultures and the big five
No other country on earth can offer the visitor as much to see and do. Within the borders of a single country, you will find savannahs rich with big game, timeless cultures unchanged by the modern world, pristine beaches and coral reef, equatorial forests and mighty snow-capped mountains, searing deserts and cool highland retreats and endless opportunities for adventure, discovery, relaxation; more than you would ever expect Kenya was immortalized as the home of the safari by legendary personalities such as Ernest Hemingway and Karen Blixen.
The classic movie, Out of Africa, was filmed in Kenya and it perfectly portrayed the romance, thrill and excitement of the country.
Kenya boasts spectacular natural beauty and bountiful herds of wildlife, and is renowned for the annual Great Migration of millions of herbivores across the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. The Masai Mara National Reserve is arguably Kenya’s premier wilderness high spot, home to the famous Big Five and much more. Kenya is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 1 000 species recorded
Secrets and Tips
Combine the Masai Mara with an area with lots of activities like Laikipia.
Adopt an elephant and get special afternoon access to the Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphange to interact with the babies.
October and Mid-January through March are both great times to be in Kenya with good game and fewer crowds.
Meru National Park has excellent game viewing and birding.
Kenya offers incredible safaris and game viewing, as well as the most unique family-owned properties. Kenya is the perfect destination for active travelers.