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KENYA

The most revered of Africa’s safari destinations, Kenya is located in East Africa, straddled by the Equator. The incredible diversity of landscapes, cultures, wildlife and activities mean endless opportunities for visitors to Kenya. Kenya offers a diverse range of environments all within relatively close proximity to one another, and has an excellent domestic travel infrastructure. Kenya’s rich diversity of wildlife means that no two experiences in the wild are ever the same. Visitors to Kenya can experience and see completely different things. In a single trip to Kenya, you can visit tropical forests, beautiful beaches, deserts, climb mountains and explore the wild.

In Kenya, it is possible to plan a safari that blends adventure and relaxation, luxury and natural simplicity, social experiences and solitude. You can experience a different safari every day. The hospitality of the people of Kenya is legendary; you are sure to be met with a lovely smile from the city to the remote villages.

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THE MAJOR CITIES

Nairobi, the Capital is also known as the “Green City in the Sun”, is a bustling cosmopolitan hub attracting different cultures. Its native occupants were the Masai who called it ‘Enkare Nyirobi’ meaning the place of cool waters. Mombasa, the second largest city and also the Gateway to East Africa has a rich history and cultural heritage dating back to the early 11th century. The Indian Ocean laps the Coastline with some of the finest sandy beaches and coral reefs in the world. Situated on the shores of Lake Victoria, Africa’s largest inland lake and the world’s second largest freshwater lake, Kisumu is the 3rd metro of Kenya, a major fishing and agricultural area along with sports and cultural tourism attractions.

COUNTRY

Kenya is located at the east of Africa traversed by the equator. Since the constitution of 2010, Kenya is a presidential representative democratic republic. Kenya has 47.5 million inhabitants, a coastline of 536 km and with Mount Kenya (5197m) the second highest mountain of Africa. One can trace the beginning of Kenyan Tourism in the early 1930s when the first wildlife Safaris on the African continent were taking place in the country. Kenya has for sure one of the best tourism infrastructure in Africa.

WEATHER

Kenya lies on the equator with tropical climate influenced by several factors including altitude. No real winter and summer but dry and wet seasons. Dry season (June–Oct): Daytime around 23°C/73°F at higher altitudes, 28°C/82°F at lower altitudes such as coastal areas, clear and sunny sky. Wet season (Nov–May): Daytime 24-27°C/75-81°F at higher altitudes, 30°C/86°F at lower altidudes with cool mornings. Short rains Nov–Dec late afternoon or evening, dry spell Jan–Feb with less rain and Long rains March–May with higher humidity and cloudy weather.

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PEOPLE

To those who wish to experience the very essence of this magnificent land, we say, “nowhere does Kenya live more vividly than in the hearts of her people.” To see Kenya with the Kenyans is to travel into the hearts of a hundred stories. How this land which contains within itself every known ecosystem on earth can find an exact and faithful mirror in the human face is a mystery. The Masai, The Samburu, the Pokot, the herdsmen, hunters, the bantus, the Semites and third generation Kenyan English, the village elders and the witch doctors: they are all the living template of Africa.

SAVANNAH & WILDERNESS

The diversity of game in the wilderness and the unique landscapes of Kenya is simply breathtaking. From the big five to the small or the unique five, the diverse bird species, game parks and protected wildlife areas, it’s easy to understand why this is the authentic home of safaris.gI

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UGANDA

Sibiloi National Park

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Aberdare National Park Meru National Park Mount Kenya National Park

THE GREAT KENYA WILDEBEEST MIGRATION

The annual Wildebeest Migration at the Masai Mara is a natural cycle that replenishes and renews the grasslands of East Africa. It is known as the 8th Wonder of the World. This is one of Kenya’s most popular safari attraction and the experience of a lifetime for many.

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Amboseli National Park

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RICH CULTURE & HERITAGE

Host to several world heritage sites, Kenya is home to over 45 unique cultures. All come together to form one identity. You could choose to stay in the villages and experience untainted traditional ways of life or experience the fast life of urban culture in cities.

HIGHLANDS & VALLEYS

Enjoy pure and unspoilt landscapes on the highlands and valleys of Kenya. Spectacular views of the green upcountry and a whim of nature cascades across the meandering hills. Hikers and mountain climbers are thrilled with the sheer adrenaline rush.

SOMALIA

Malindi INDIAN OCEAN GREAT RIFT VALLEY LAKES

The Great Rift Valley depression boasts 8 lakes, each different posing varying appeals. A bird watcher’s paradise, spectacular scenes of hot springs and geysers, to pristine nature islands. The natural beauty of these lakes is alluring with a host of numerous possible activities.

WHITE SANDY BEACHES

The pristine tropical beaches of Kenya have received numerous awards as the most beautiful in the world; palm trees, soft white sands, and pure, blue waters. Magical Sunrises set the tone for your days here.