Kenya
Kenya's landscapes are varied: from rolling savannah and mountain forests to stony parched deserts and a tropical coastline. It is these habitats that harbour some of Africa's most incredible animals and a safari, meaning 'journey' in Kiswahili, is a highlight for many visitors.
The principle draw card is the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, but there are numerous other interesting species. Some of the game parks and reserves, such as the Masai Mara and Amboseli, are world famous for their plains game, while thousands of flamingo live on the Rift Valley lakes, and the verdant woodlands are home to primates and a profusion of African birds. Along the coast, the azure Indian Ocean offers exotic palm-fringed and pearly-white beaches that lie in wait of the sun-worshiping crowd, while the coral reefs team with life and colour.
Kenya is also known for its diversty of people: the majestic Masai and Samburu still stalk the plains dressed in their trademark red and purple robes, while the legacies of the European white settlers who came in search of pristine farming land and hunting trophies can still be seen.
The principle draw card is the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, rhino and buffalo, but there are numerous other interesting species. Some of the game parks and reserves, such as the Masai Mara and Amboseli, are world famous for their plains game, while thousands of flamingo live on the Rift Valley lakes, and the verdant woodlands are home to primates and a profusion of African birds. Along the coast, the azure Indian Ocean offers exotic palm-fringed and pearly-white beaches that lie in wait of the sun-worshiping crowd, while the coral reefs team with life and colour.
Kenya is also known for its diversty of people: the majestic Masai and Samburu still stalk the plains dressed in their trademark red and purple robes, while the legacies of the European white settlers who came in search of pristine farming land and hunting trophies can still be seen.
| Kenya Travel Guide Highlights | |
 Lake Nakuru National Park Rich in wildlife, from monkeys to a healthy rhino population and pink flamingos. |
 Samburu and Buffalo Springs View unusual wildlife in an arid environment at these lesser visited reserves. |
 Lake Naivasha Rift Valley lake surrounded by feathery papyrus, marshy lagoons and grassy shores. |
 Laikipia Plateau Kenya's newest wildlife destination and a conservation success story. |
 Lake Turkana Difficult to access but the parched desert environment and dazzling waters make the journey worthwhile. |
 Aberdares National Park Treetops and The Ark are famous park lodges, tucked in the mountains that are home to buffalo, elephants and monkeys. |
 Masai Mara National Reserve The home of the stars of Big Cat Diary and stage for the wildebeest migration. |
 Lamu Old Town Steeped in Swahili history with intriguing alleyways and Arabian houses. |
 Amboseli National Park With a backdrop of the snow-capped Kilimanjaro, watching wildlife here is very scenic. |
 Mombasa Eat delicious seafood on the romantic white-sailed Tamarind dhow. |
 Tsavo National Park The largest game park in Kenya, famous for its big tuskers. |
 Diani Beach One of the finest stretches of white-sand beach in the country. |
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This is edited copy from Footprint Handbooks. For comprehensive details (incl address, tel no, directions, opening times and prices) please refer to book or individual chapter PDF
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