Kenya Safaris gives your great Kenya experience from historical discoveries of Fossils of about 200 million years were discovered in Kenya, it’s said that giant crocodiles roamed in Kenya’s lands long ago. Coffee is the main country export earner in Kenya, though many Kenyans prefer to drink tea.
Most of the Kenyan tribes staple food is Ugali, its normally served with meat stew, nyama choma and greens (sukuma). It is said that the best views of Africa’s highest mountain can be seen from Kenya. The best place for viewing is in a hill at the famous Amboseli national park. For a broader experience, you can opt to combine your Kenya safari experience with affordable Tanzania experiences.
When to go on Kenya Tours
Kenya Safaris takes you to one of the thirteen countries in the world crossed by the equator line; the country is situated in the East African region. Kenya boasts with moderate climate all year round making it very accessible by tourists who will enjoy all our packages of Kenya Safaris. Though the country can be visited all year round, there is the best time for every destination and activity.
July to September marks the erra of the wildebeest migration as it is the longest dry season in the country making it very easy to access national parks and the grass is shirt during this period therefore, animals are easily seen and the water supplies in the park dry out making animals concentrate in permanent water sources. This is apparently the best time for Kenya safaris that highlight wildlife.
March to May is the nest time for bird enthusiasts to visit Kenya and see lots of migratory as well as residential birds. However bear in mind that this is a rainy season and some hotels close down while others give discounts, another advantage is that the parks are not crowded as in the peak season. Make sure to travel with a four wheel drive vehicle as some of the roads leading to national parks become muddy and impassable which can easily ruin your Kenya safari.
January is the best time to visit Kenya’s coast when the ocean water are more clearer with turquoise color and its humid hot, this is the best time to do scuba diving, snorkeling, swimming and sun bathing. The grass in the national parks is also lush green from the short rains of November to December making the parks very beautiful.
July – October is the best time to witness the great wildebeest migration. The animals reach the famous Masai Mara from Tanzania and stay within the national park until October when they return to Serengeti national park in Tanzania. The wildebeest’s migration is the greatest mammal migration on planet and has been dabbed as one of the seven natural wonders of Africa. You can also view this same experience when you book Tanzania safaris. Please visit Kenya for vibrant wildlife, spectacular landscapes, birding, culture and much more. Its often that you will likely encounter Africa’s big five in Kenyan safari parks.
Why Visit Kenya
Masai Mara is the top Kenya safari destination and one of the best in Africa with lot of wildlife to be seen in its grassland plains. The Masai Mara is where the great wildebeests and zebras including lions and leopards call home after migrating from Serengeti national park in Tanzania. Its very easy spotting predators hunting their prey in Masai Mara which is unusual while on a game drive. Kenya is one of the thirteen countries crossed by the equator in the world, you will have an opportunity to stand with one feet at the southern hemisphere and one at the northern hemisphere, this is an opportunity most people don’t get in the world.
Mount Kilimanjaro is the highest mountain in Africa and the worlds highest free standing mountain. Though the mountain is found in Tanzania, the best views of it are at Amboseli national reserve in Kenya at the observation hill. This hill offers scenic views of Kilimanjaro and spectacular elephant views in Amboseli national park. Kenya is bordered by the Indian Ocean. The coast offers scenic beaches you can explore and immerse your self in. Some of the activities you can carry out at the coast include snorkeling, scuba diving, sun bathing, swimming and fishing. Some of the islands at the coast boast with various wildlife where you can combine a beach holiday with a game drive.
Kenya’s location on the equator makes its weather moderate and favorable for tourists’ activities. The weather is constant all year round. Kenya is endowed with many ethical groups with each having their own unique cultural values and beliefs. Exploring tribes like the Masai will leave you with unforgettable experiences about Kenya safaris in Africa.
The mighty mount Elgon in western Kenya is a Paradise for elephants who storm there to mine for salt licking. The mountain had got beautiful flora and fauna with labyrinthine caverns, moorland dense forests, stack basalt cliffs and explore the famous Kitum cave. The historical fort Jesus is found in Mombasa dating up to the sixteenth century, you can visit the people and know the Swahili peoples’ way of living and also visit the museum and later take a boat ride at Nyali Bridge at sun set while having dinner. The fort was built by Portuguese.
Lake Nakuru is one of the best reasons you should visit Kenya, the lake is filled with flamingoes and its surrounding is flooded with wildlife. Most common sights here are black and white rhinos and leopards plus other animals.