Kenya is one of the top travel destinations in Africa. For those who want a unique place, combining wildlife, golden cultures and fabulous landscapes, the level of satisfaction is always dazzling. Find out all the key information here, like a guide, in advance of your Kenya safari trip.
When to go on safari in Kenya?
The ideal time to go on a Kenya safari is between January and February in the low season and June to September in the high season. September is the month when the animals enter the Masai Mara and leave Tanzania. October is interesting for observing the high concentration of herbivores in the Masai Mara. This period also sees an interesting number of endangered species such as black rhino, hippo, and cheetah. Photographic safaris in Kenya during the above-mentioned periods are always spectacular.
What to do on a Kenya safari?
During a Kenya safari, you will have the opportunity to do several interesting activities during the trip. You can :
- dive and snorkel;
- Sail on some of Kenya's most beautiful beaches;
- observe the magnificent animal tours in the national parks: zebras, giraffes, lions, wildebeest, etc.
- trekking on safaris through the beautiful vegetation inside and outside the parks.
Finally, it is possible to admire the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro - Tanzania - from the Ambroseli National Park in Kenya.
Where can I go on safari in Kenya?
The following 5 parks are the best places for a successful safari trip in Kenya.
Nairobi National Park
Nairobi National Park in Kenya is one of the most unique parks in the world. It is home to typical African wildlife that roam freely within the protective boundaries of other parks. They roam the grassy savannah circuits, open in the sparse acacia plantations, before retiring to quench their thirst in a river. On a safari in Nairobi National Park, you can also see over 400 species of birds, including ostriches and fisher birds. They evoke an even more vivid natural experience than outside the hectic city life.
Lake Nakuru National Park
The attraction of Lake Nakuru National Park is the lake itself. On a safari trip to Kenya, there is a plush pink blanket made of warm flamingo feathers, on which hippos and several other wild animals huddle at night: lions, zebras, rhinos, monkeys, buffaloes, etc. The Menengai Volcanic Crater and Makalia Waterfall are also incredible sights to explore on a Kenya tour through Lake Nakuru National Park. Moreover, the reason why this lake has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site is because of its abundant wildlife and many interesting animals for safaris.
Mount Kenya National Park
This is one of the most popular places for people on safari during a trip to Kenya. With a peak of 5,199 meters, Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa after Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. You will have the opportunity during your safari, to climb to the top of this mountain through the national park that surrounds it - without much mountaineering experience -. The views are obviously amazing. Few places in the world will offer you the chance to walk and slide on snow so close to the equator as Mount Kenya National Park. It is also possible to drive up the mountain to a good height of 3,000 meters. But after that, you'll have to switch from driving safaris to safari trekking to get into the wilderness between waterfalls, mountain lakes, and ancient volcanic craters.
Samburu National Park
Samburu National Park is like a paradise in miniature for nature lovers and those who come on a driving safari away from the capital. The dominant forms of vegetation you will find here are dry scrub and grassy savannah. Therefore, Samburu Park has a large number of animals that can withstand such weather conditions: oryx antelope, giraffe gazelle - a very rare species -, Grant's gazelle, dik-dik, lesser kudu, Grevy's zebra, etc. But we also find the other categories of animals mentioned above, because of the presence in the reserves of Samburu, Lake Ewaso Nyiro which abounds in water almost all year.
Meru National Park
If it has been the subject of many film tours, it is because of the many natural wonders that are found there. The Meru National Park is a place to visit at all costs during safaris in Kenya. With its rugged landscapes, diverse wildlife, lush jungles, green swamps, wild rivers, termite cathedrals, and vast grasslands, this park often guarantees tourists unforgettable memories of their Kenya photo safari trip.
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