Where Do You Take Your Family In A Good Safari Zone?

Safari in Kenya whether Lodge or Camping Safarisnow-copped 5000m+ Mt Kenya is a challenge to
Kenya and Tanzania while on an -East Africanmay seasoned mountain climbers. There are
Wildlife Safaris Tour luxury Lodge or budgetseveral built-up resting camps as well as provided
Camping, Beach Holidays East Africa Mtfor climbing routes. Climbing gear and guides are
Kilimanjaro Climbing-Nairobi hotel bookings andlined at base camp for the 5-6 day climb.
airport shuttle transfers Nairobi Arusha moshiBungee jumping and white water rafting is done
Your Kenyan Safari50 km from Nairobi town at Sagana/ that is along
The Kenyan holiday experience is touted to bethe upstream of Tana River.
the most comprehensive in Africa. It is the onlyBiking is usually organized activity within wildlife
country that you will experience 3 district climaticareas from your lodge. Trekking game safaris are
conditions namely, Coastal Humid, cool highland andalso done in community group ranches in the
dry desert. The attractions here also range fromMaasai Mara area.
the beaches 1) white sands, 2) wildlife, 3) theOther adventure safaris include the overlander
scenery of the great Rift Valley, 4) the greencamping, off the beaten truck trips. These
plantations of the highlands, 5) the cradle ofcamping safaris usually involved covering larger
mankind archeological sites, 6) No distinct culturalareas and gets more interior, takes longer days
ethical endowments show-copped markets amongbut is also the most rewarding.
others.a) Wildlife Safaris Kenya has managed toAdventure safaris will usually include camping in
maintain its wildlife in natural areas in Nationalmobile 1-2 man tent units. Catering is provided
Parks and Reserves. The big five wildlife includingwhile transport is by overlanders and or trucks.v)
Rhino, Lion, Leopard, Elephant and Buffalo is allSport Safaris Kenya is globally recognized for its
found in these parks Including the small bovid.world class, record breaking athletes. Our success
Among Kenyans most parks include thein International athletic gains is attributed to high
indomitable - Massai Mara - Nakuru National Park -attitude training. World standard high altitude
Aberdares National Park - Tsavo National Parkcamps have now been started and caters for
(11,000 kms equal size of Israel) - Samburu -athletes looking to improve performance.
Amboseli National Reserve - Among other 57In addition there is now a national calendar of
Parks and Reserves Nairobi National Park is theMarathons in Kenya that athletes can test their
only park located within a capital city in the world.performance i.e Nairobi Marathon, Lewa Marathon
Lions, Zebras, gnus, Leopards, Rhino, Buffalo areamong others. Lewa Marathon is especially unique
5minutes from the CBD.as it takes place in the middle of a game
Wildebeest Migrationcommunity reserve. The runners are running in
The single most popular wildlife spectre in Kenyathe middle of Lions, Buffalo, Zebra, giraffe etc. It
is the annual wildebeest migration to and backis a world famous event that attracts international
from Serengeti into the Maasai Mara. Theparticipation. Other sparking activities in Kenya
wildebeest migration is such a phenomenon itpopular with visitors include Deep Sea fishing, the
involves movement of over 10 million animalsCoastal Regarta,---vi) Nature Safaris
crossing plains and rivers. The huge migration isKenya enjoys a spectrum of scenic attractions
such that the satellites in space picks it up as atest the appetite of any nature loving tourist.
fluid mass of black trail. The Maasai Mara lodgesFrom the snow capped mountains in the tropics
are usually overbooked and full in the migrationto the descent dunes to the North East of the
months of June-Nov.Country.
Lion and OryxThe Natural tropical forests of Arabuko SoKoke is
Some years back a story extra ordinaire caughta must go for any nature tourist. The coastal
the attention of international media. This was theforest has resident elephant regulations. Among
story of an old lioness called 'Namunyak' inthe endemic species include the elephant shrew,
Samburu National Reserve. The lioness hadand the little scoops owl. The community butterfly
formed a bizarre habit of adopting 4 young Oryxproject is also a must see for visitors.
for days on end. The lioness was actuallyKakamega forest is a remnant of equatorial
protective of its adoptee(s) that she couldn't goforest running through to DR Congo. The forest
to hunt for fear of her being killed by the malescanopy is so high and interlocked it creates a
of her pride. This made her loose a lot of weightpermanent dark under cover. Activities in many
but still held on strong. On four different occasionsof Kenyans forests includes bird watching, forest
the lioness adopted an Oryx calve after the otherwalks, camping Biking etc.
despite being frustrated by the male lions andThe Great Rift Valley provides scenic beauty
disposition of others by the rangers. Namugaki isobserved from the Eastern Escarpment. The Rift
still out there in the wild while the 4th adopteeValley floor is dotted with active volcanic activity
was rescued by the Kenya Wildlife Rangers canin the form of geysers, hotsprings and
now bee seen mature at the Nairobi orphanage.smouldering mountains, fresh water, lakes and
Mzee the Tortoise & Owen the Hippocrater lakes. L. Bogoria is an exciting destination
Haller Park is the former world reclaimed Bamburiwhere one boils eggs off the steam of hotsprings,
Nature Trail at the coast. Reclaimed from cementflamingoes are plentiful in these lakes including
Quarries of Bamburi Cement Factory the parkElementaita, Nakuru and Bogoria . Preferred
has been fully rehabilitated with conserving treesaccommodation is exclusive camps and lodges.vii)
and stocked as a zoo with giraffes, hippo gazellesCharity & Mission Safaris
Oryx, Eland, fish, snakes, etc.The philanthropy safari magnitude is growing
A very recent and ongoing development at Hallerexponentially due to the increasing North South
Park has been the extra ordinary friendshippro-pour movement. Needy situations in Africa
between 100+ old tortoise and a young 5+ hippo.including Kenya are a result of HIV/AIDS,
While mzee the Tortoise has seen it all unfold atEducation, poverty environment, Hunger etc.
Bamburi, Owen the baby hippo was orphanedThere exist very ideal projects with which
after the mother died elsewhere. Now, the storycharitable financial and human resources are
is said that Own started to spend time with Mzeechanneled to Kenya including: - Destitute Homes -
(Old man) upon arrival at the Park. This bond hasConservation Organization - School teaching -
now developed such that the two, feed, sleepHospitals - Churches/mosques/temples
and walk together. They are inseparable andParticipants in this kind of travel include
Owen is especially aggressive to any intruders.-Gap year students -volunteers -Missionaries
Other stories always emerge of unique unions-Internship programs etc
between different wildlife species including oneThere are as such organizations and tour
between a lone buffalo and a murderous blackoperators that handle the traveling, orientation,
Rhino in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. It allbooking and other logistics of such groups. Others
goes to show how free ranging animals take theiralso understand placement of these human
entitled liberties.resources in needy institutions as volunteers,
Wildlife viewing in the Mara is done in 8 seater Miniteachers, interns, missionaries etc.
vans and land cruiser trucks. The Mara is soAccommodation is mainly hostels, home stays
beaming with wildlife that you can almost touch an& Budget hotels due to the lengthy stay and
elephant feeding. 1 - years one metre off thethe fact that this group is more of workers than
road. And that is from right next to the gate.tourists.viii)Historical Safaris
Balloon safaris are the most satisfying way toKenya is credited as the cradle of mankind, from
view the gazillions of wildlife and especially the bigwhere the earliest remains of human bones were
five balloon safaris are booked on demand fromdiscovered by Dr Richard Leakey. Evidence of the
Nairobi.ii. Beach Safarisearliest, man were discovered at Koobi Fora on
Nothing beats a coastal holiday like one experiencethe shores of L. Turkana, formerly L. Rudolf.
in the Kenya White Sand Beaches. This isOther areas that remains and tools of(adze) of
especially good for visitors in need of lazing in thethe human ancestry have been found include
tropical coast sure for a tan and swim. OtherKaariandusi and Ololgesailie, archeological sites. All
water sports available along the beaches include -early ancestry artifacts are collected and
Water/wind skiing - Surfing - Deep sea fishing -displayed at National Museum at Nairobi. These
Scuba diving - Swimming with dolphins - Jet skiingarcheological sites are also developed into tourist
- Coral garden snorkeling and - Glass bottomedattractions.
boat rides into marine parksThere are also caves believed to have been
The accommodation facilities along our beachesshelter of the early man across the country. Rock
range from 4-5 star deluxe with top of the rangepaintings are evident in such areas as thea)Mt
international service standards. You can makeElgon Kitgum and Makingeny Caves b) Mfangano
your choice between beach cottages, lodges,Island and in Malaba district.
hotel and eco-campsiii) Cultural SafarisThe USAID has recently given aid to rehabilitate
Kenya has a diverse cultural background from itsand preserve these caves. Other caves at
over 42 ethnic groups. The most spectacular isShimoni have been used as stockade for slaves in
however the Maasai warrior tribe which livestransit to major markets in Zanzibar for onward
among wildlife in the Mara Reserve. The Maasaitransmission to South America & Europe.
have a specifically intriguing lifestyle as theyRecent colonial war between the Mau Mau
co-exist side by side with very dangerous wildlife.freedom fighters is also evident. Bombings of the
Their Moran warrior culture prepares youngMau Mau that created lakes can be seen at
initiates into the warrior (army) age set. TheseAberdare forest and Buffalo Springs Reserve.
Morans emerge from their clustered life in braided,Accommodation for historical tourists is arranged
red ochre hair, clad in very colourful red kikoiin towns closest to such sites.
(cotton fabric) tyre sand als and complete with aVisiting Kenya for Safari
spear, they are a sight to behold.Tour operators have already pre-packaged safaris
The Swahili culture at the coast is also veryon Beach, Nature, Historical, Wildlife, Adventure
unique including their architecture, dressing, foodCultural, charity and Mission, Sport activities. You
etc. Cultural safaris are also organized aroundwill need to select from a pre-arranged list of the
mythical stories like the Samson-like Lwandasum.
Magere, Warriors, the Nyamgondho man whoAlternatively, some tour operators have facility to
turned into a tree stamp after chasing away histailor a safari, whereby you fill in a form indicating
wife given from the Gods.your preferences from which the tour operator
The Bomas of Kenya offers traditional dancesmakes your itinerary with your endorsement.
and foods and is located in the city far 1 dayAccommodation in Kenya depends on your
excursions. There are also National Museums thatbudget and you are able to choose from budget
have collected artifacts from traditional societiesto 5 star deluxe.
for display in Museums in most towns in Kenya.iv)On land transport also offers you options
Adventure Safarisbetween 8-seater minibus, self driven cars or 4x4
And for that visitor full of energy, Kenya offers aand coaches.
variety of high energy, high adrenaline, dare devilI welcome you to Kenya for an experience worth
activities for that memorable feeling. Theits weight in gold.