Why Safari In Kenya?
A “safari” – it all started in Kenya, and still remains the historic home & the birth place of African safaris, and with a good reason. Get to explore from the awe-inspiring Wildebeest Migration crossings in the Masai Mara National Reserve to exciting game viewing drives at Amboseli National Park, among plenty of other top safari destinations begging to be visited. A Kenya safari represents the ideal African holiday experience, featuring vast savannahs, rich wildlife, and culturally rich people, with landmarks such as Mt. Kenya, the Indian Ocean coastline, and the Great Rift Valley Lakes, the country’s diverse landscapes suggest a deep connection to this safari country.
Join us on a safari across Kenya, and we’ll show you around starting with the wildlife, lively cultures in Kenya, snowcapped mountains near the equator, and scenic lined-up Kenyan beaches, all against the backdrop of Kenya’s most iconic landscapes.
Whether you plan on visiting Kenya on a honeymoon trip, considering to go on a family safari in Kenya, or visiting on a photographic safari this is the best safari destination, a storybook scenery, featuring Big Five safaris and colourful Maasai & Samburu warriors, which all represents the country’s unique spirit. We are the Kenya safari specialist, and will take you from destination to destination, on a private guided tour with an expert full of knowledge from which you can draw upon.
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Best Reasons to Go on A Kenya Safari
With an endless bucket list things to do and see, have a closer look at the most loved Kenya safari experiences in detail, whether you’re a first-time traveller or the seasoned safari-goers – discover the rich landscapes, wildlife, and cultures that make Kenya a top safari destination for travelers worldwide.
Wildlife Migration Safari In Masai Mara
Attracting travellers all over the world, watching the wildebeest river crossings in Masai Mara remains as the top safari experiences in Kenya. This is when about 2.5 million mammals, mainly wildebeest herds and zebra, alongside Thomson’s gazelles move through the Mara-Serengeti ecosystem. The herds are usually present in Kenya in between July or August and October. Them crossing the Mara River is the key highlight of the migration safaris, although seeing the vast herds filling the savannah to the horizon is to witness nature’s abundance on an unimaginable scale.
With the ever-moving circular migration taking place yearly, no one can really predict the exact moment when the herds will cross the Mara River, and even the herds themselves do not know when they will do so, because it is nature’s own doing – making it somehow vague when it comes to the best time to see the wildebeest migration in Kenya.
Get the rare chance to watch in amazement, the death-defying jumps from the wildebeest herds as they force their way across the river into Masai Mara Park. It’s usually drama as the wildebeest, zebras and gazelles enter the Masai Mara where they are met by deadly big cats and over 1000 crocodiles waiting in the foggy waters of the Mara River during their river crossing.
Mostly, the Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara is from July to October. The good news is that the Masai Mara has plenty of wildlife to enjoy all year round.
Best Big 5 Safaris
As one of Africa’s best safari destinations, Kenya is home to the iconic Big Five animals: lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino, with the Big Five regularly seen on safari. The Mara is one of the best places to see most of the ‘Big Five’ while out on safari, boasting approximately 850 to 1000 lions which live within the Masai Mara National Reserve & surrounding Masai Mara private conservancies.
In the north of Kenya, most notably Lake Nakuru Park, Ol Pejeta Conservancy and the Lewa Conservancy, the rhinos can be seen in good numbers, alongside other notable members of the Big Five. Other best places to see Rhino in Kenya is at Solio Game Reserve – world’s oldest private Eastern Black rhino sanctuary and hosting the second-largest private rhino population globally. It has bred and translocated over 145 rhinos, making it the foundation of rhino conservation in Africa. In the silent northern Kenya park, Meru National Park also boasts a good number of Rhino’s.
With elephants common in many places, in Kenya there’s no better place than Amboseli National Park to see elephants up close. The Tsavo East National Park together with Tsavo West Park forms part of Kenya’s largest protected areas, and in these parks, Elephants can be seen daily on safari. Samburu, Buffalo Springs & Shaba National Reserves are also reliable for elephant sightings.
The rewarding places to see Leopards in Kenya include Masai Mara Park, the forested riverbanks of Samburu National Reserve, Tsavo West Park and Laikipia Wilderness Parks which is famous for sightings of black leopards – which are extremely rare.
As for where to see Buffalo in Kenya, they can be seen easily on all Kenya wildlife parks. There’s an estimated 30,000 to 45,000 Cape buffalo distributed across Kenya’s national parks and protected areas. Buffaloes play a crucial ecological role as the bulk grazers and seed dispersers, helping to maintain grassland ecosystems.
Kenya Is a Great Bush & Beach Destination
With Kenya combining well with other destinations, you can explore Kenya on a beach and bush safari holiday, offering good opportunities to visit the beautiful Kenyan beaches, alongside the wild, rugged Samburu, Mount Kenya, and Masai Mara Park. On a safari in Kenya the combination of safari and beach trips is a journey that showcases Kenya’s best. Explore a variety of wilderness areas with incredible wildlife viewing, go on cultural experiences and optional activities to get involved in, & at the end of your safari, relax on pristine, white sandy beaches beside the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean.
Extend your East African holiday by planning a safari across Kenya & Tanzania wildlife parks where you get to visit Tanzania’s Serengeti, Ngorongoro Crater, and Tarangire National Park, on a 10-day combined Kenya and Tanzania safari tour which provide in-depth and up-close experiences to spot stunning wildlife.
A Bucket List of Things to Do In Kenya
A land full of different and vibrant attractions, a Kenya safari offers an incredible tapestry of experiences for every kind of traveller. From guided Nairobi City safari, feeding giraffes, walking with rhinos, to jumping off waterfalls, deep-sea fishing and watersports, whale watching at Kenya beaches, dive in Diani, party in Mombasa, explore old towns like Lamu Island, climb Africa’s second-highest mountain (Mount Kenya), go on a balloon safari in Kenya and much more. Explore by interest on your vacation to Kenya. The best places to visit in Kenya will take you from wildlife and beaches to culture, events, and food, where you’ll find what you enjoy most.
Rich Cultural Safaris In Kenya
Explore the rich cultural diversity of Kenya’s tribes, by engaging with the locals, and capture the authentic, vibrant diversity of the colourful Samburu & Maasai communities. Elsewhere, experience the rich culture of Kenya’s 42 different ethnic groups at the Bomas of Kenya. Watch traditional dances, music, song, and folklore on daily cultural performances. The selection consists of over 50 dances from different ethnic communities in Kenya. With live percussion, string and wind instruments, and diverse, authentic and energetic dancing, BomasHarambee Dancers will take you on a journey through Kenya’s past and present. From Western Kenya and the shores of Lake Victoria (Nyanza) through Rift Valley, Central and Eastern Kenya to North-eastern and Coastal Kenya, these daily shows display an array of diverse musical and dance traditions. During this experience, gain insight into their traditions and way of life.
These cultural and tribal experiences in Kenya go beyond cultural experiences, you’re able to learn traditional knowledge, see & participate in some traditional ceremonies, & through this you are able to support local communities through sustainable tourism. The best destinations for cultural and tribal safari tours in Kenya include Masai Mara, Samburu, Lake Turkana, and Nairobi Bomas.
Kenya Is a World-Renowned Birding Destination
Internationally recognized as an Important Bird Area (IBA), Kenya has a total of 68 Important Bird Areas (IBAs) which collectively host about 1090 bird species. As for those planning to visit Kenya on a birding tour, Kenya is one of Africa’s best birding destinations, with more than 1,100 recorded bird species – it’s a ‘birder’s paradise’ in every way. Numerous endemic and near-endemic species, which are especially sought-after, can be seen on any birding trip. European and northern African migrants are present in Kenya from November to April.
Kenya ranks second in Africa (after the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)) and 11th in the world in terms of total number of bird species recorded!
Understand; many factors combine to make the country favorable to bird life: the equatorial climate, a diverse range of habitats (from wetlands to moorlands, tropical rainforests to deserts and mangroves to mountains), unique geographical features (from Great Rift Valley to chains of ancient volcanoes) and an abundance of food resources for migratory birds – Kenya having almost all these features gives it the advantage as a prime destination for a birdwatching holiday at any time of year, with a world-record ‘bird watch’ – 342 species seen in 24 hours! All the birding tours in Kenya & bird watching trips are done privately, guided by a lead expert.
Kenya Is a Globally Recognised Leader In Wildlife Conservation
Kenya’s role as a leader in wildlife conservation is evidently seen in the private conservancies of Lewa, Ol Pejeta, David Sheldrick Trust, Reteti and many more who are working round the clock to ensure both the endangered wildlife and communities are able to coexist in the same area, alongside undertaking wildlife rescue operations within the country. Kenya conservation-based tours are very rewarding for those who wish to participate in wildlife conservation.
Kenya is actively working to protect its diverse ecosystems and endangered species through the establishment of various protected areas, private wildlife conservancies, community-based conservation programs, and participation in global climate governance, such as the African Climate Summit (ACS).
Kenya also host several International organisations – Conservation International (CI), The Nature Conservancy, International Fund for African Welfare (IFAW), World Wildlife Fund (WWF) UNEP, Africa Wildlife Foundation AWF, International Union for Conservation of Nature, among others. The presence of these international organisations and their associated activities has a positive impact on the country’s development and community livelihoods.
Kenya Is Easily Accessible By Air
Getting to Kenya is easier than you think. As the hub of East Africa, Kenya is a well-connected destination with direct flights available from major cities around the world. There are direct flights from Europe and the US, as well as within Africa, and multiple connecting hubs, such as Amsterdam, Dubai, Ethiopia, and Qatar. Moreover, plenty of airline providers fly to Kenya, including Lufthansa, KLM, and Kenya Airways. If you want to go on safari in Kenya, the easiest thing to do is to book a flight to Nairobi. Nairobi Airport is very well connected to all of Europe and you can find flights at good prices.
Favorable Weather In Kenya
Due to its location along the Equator, Kenya has a tropical and pleasant climate, with no real winter or summer – instead, there are two main seasons: a dry season and a rainy season. If you’re looking for the best time to visit Kenya, these are some of the considerations that you have to make when planning your trip.
Kenyan Beaches and Tropical Islands
Kenya is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches, with powdery white sand, swaying palm trees and crystal-clear waters. Kenyan coastline; this is where you’ll find Kenya’s pristine and endless stretches of white sand beaches fringed with palm trees and rich in marine life. In addition, Kenya’s coastal area is dotted with twisting mangrove-lined channels shaded by elegant palms, where the vibrant colours of the tropics seamlessly merge with the sparkling turquoise of the Indian Ocean.
Discover on walks through some of the coastal towns like Mombasa and Lamu, and prepare to be taken back in time as you discover the mixture of African, Persian, the Arabian trade, and Portuguese influences. Explore the vibrant local markets, taste the flavours of Swahili cuisine, as you enjoy these best beaches.
Voted many times amongst the best beaches in Africa, Diani Beach is easily one of the most picturesque shores in Africa, lying south of Mombasa and is just a short flight from Nairobi. Head out for a snorkeling tour, swim with whale sharks, enjoy a sunset cruise in a dhow (traditional sailboat), or simply relax in a hammock with a good book. Diani and Watamu are good for family beach resorts & luxury beach lodges.
Home to the Best Luxury Lodges In Africa
As for the luxury traveler, stay in the top luxury Kenya safari lodges each set in one of the country’s most extraordinary wild landscapes. Explore the best luxury safari lodges in Kenya, in properties that pair genuine seclusion with effortless, personalised hospitality. With only a handful of rooms at each location, every stay is unhurried and deeply personal — whether you’re watching the wildebeest migration thunder past, tracking black and white rhino, or setting out on a camel safari across the Samburu wilderness.
