Kenya Safari Destinations
Kenya is an East African country which is famously known for its breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture and it hosts diverse wildlife species which are considered to be the tourist attraction which leads large numbers of people to travel from different parts of the world to visit the country hence ranking Kenya to be a magnet destination for tourists seeking to have unforgettable experiences. More so, Kenya offers a plethora of many other attractions from the iconic savannahs of the Maasai Mara to the pristine beaches of the coast among others. In addition, in the context below; let us delve into some of the popular tourist destinations in the country.
- Maasai Mara National Reserve.
- Maasai Mara national reserve is ranked as the most famous safari destination which is well renowned for its spectacular wildlife species therefore, tourists exploring within this national park are always blessed with great opportunities to sight see many animals most especially, they get to witness the annual wildebeest migration.
- More so, tourists can also get to witness the big five animals (Lions, African elephants, leopards, buffalos and Rhinoceros) and many other species of mammals, reptiles and birds.
- Maasai Mara national reserve also offers tourists great opportunities to engage into several interesting activities where they gain new experiences and create remarkable memories and some of these things to do include; hot air balloon safaris, guided nature walks, community visits and cultural encounters as they get chances to interact with the Maasai people.
- Amboseli National Park.
Amboseli National park is located at the foot of Mount Kilimanjaro, which is famously known as Africa’s highest peak. In addition, touring around this park gives you chances to capture breathtaking views of the Kilimanjaro and get to spot large herds of elephants. Therefore, Amboseli national park is considered a prime destination best to visit and capture iconic photographs of elephants against the backdrop of Kilimanjaro’s snowcapped summit.
- Tsavo National park (East and West).
- Tsavo East and Tsavo West are known to form one of the largest national parks in the country and they both offer diverse landscapes, which range from semi-arid plains to volcanic hills to the lava flows.
- Tsavo East national park is commonly visited because it hosts large herds of buffalo, red elephants, and its striking Lugard falls whereby Tsavo west national park is known to be boasting the beautiful Mzima springs and it is seen as a good sanctuary for hippos and crocodiles among others.
- More so, tourists exploring through Tsavo national park can embark onto many interesting activities such as; game drives, guided nature walks, wildlife viewing, bird watching and they can also opt to visit the landmarks like; the chyulu hills and Shetani lava flows.
- Nairobi National park.
Nairobi national park is located just a few kilometers from Kenya’s bustling capital city “Nairobi”. Therefore, this national park provides a unique opportunity to tourists to witness large numbers of wildlife species against an urban backdrop without venturing far away from the city center and some of these animals include; lions, giraffes, rhinos and other various species among others.
More so, Nairobi National park, also features the Nairiobi Animal orphanage which is considered as a must visit for individuals who get chances to explore within this game park. Visiting there can give you chances to learn more about the conservation efforts and also interact and observe behaviors of the rescued animals.
- Diani Beach.
Diani Beach is one of the most popular destinations, which is commonly visited because of its crystal-clear waters, powdery white sands and its vibrant coral reefs. This beach is located along Kenya’s picturesque coastline. Tourists touring around this beach during their safari always get opportunities to indulge in a wide array of water sports where they create remarkable memories and they enjoy unforgettable experiences. In addition, some of these water sport activities include; kite surfing, snorkeling, scuba diving and deep-sea fishing among others.
More so, Diani Beach is a perfect spot for relation due to the fact that there are luxury resorts where individuals can rest, beachside bars that are always well equipped with different types of drinks and spas overlooking the Indian Ocean.
And apart from the above mentioned, there are many other destinations which can be ranked among the most popular tourist destinations in Kenya and some of these include; Lamu Island which is famously known for its cultural gem, Lake Nakuru national park that is famous for its vast flocks of flamingos, Mount Kenya national park, Hells gate national park that is dominated by its dramatic scenery of towering cliffs, Samburu National park and many others.
Contact our trusted tour operators for more information about the most popular tourist destinations in the country and then book with our tours and travel companies such as; Achieve Global Safaris who offer the best tour packages while on your adventurous safari in Kenya.
