Kenya Safari Tours

Kenya safaris

Kenya is synonymous with big game and many of its 50 reserves & parks are home to virtually all the large animal species of Africa as well as a myriad of smaller mammals and a wealth of bird species. In addition Kenya has tribal people living traditionally, the lakes & mountains of the Great Rift Valley, a huge variety of eco-systems and the coast, lapped by the Indian Ocean and home to the Arab / African mix known as Swahili.

Kenya’s Great Rift Valley cuts from north to south and to the west are the agricultural Highlands where tea, coffee, vegetables and flowers are produced. To the north, beyond Mount Kenya stretch semi arid deserts and inhospitable terrain where only a few nomadic eke out a tough existence. Here, around Lake Turkana, the Jade Sea, anthropologists have identified the ‘cradle of humanity’.

A different world opens up as you approach the shores of the Indian Ocean. The air becomes humid; the sun seems to shine more intensely; a gentle lifestyle and a sandy beach unfurls. Here is a paradise for diving, snorkeling, fishing and relaxation.

For a first visit to Africa, Kenya is highly recommended as it offers diversity and the very essence of Africa - superb game viewing, tribal people and stunning scenery. If you have been to Africa before Kenya’s reward is great abundance and contrasting eco-systems.

 Masai Mara, Although not Kenya’s largest park, the Masai Mara Game Reserve, is undoubtedly its best known and contains great concentrations of wildlife. The Mara adjoins the Serengeti in Tanzania forming the northern end of the great migration ecosystem. The Park is home to lion, leopard, cheetah, zebra, wildebeest (gnu), giraffe, buffalo, jackal, topi, gazelles, impala, elephant and more. Hippos and crocodiles are plentiful in the rivers and the bird life is also abundant. This is the traditional land of the Masai people, nomadic herders who choose a traditional lifestyle.


Samburu, The hot and dry Samburu and Shaba National Reserves are classic examples of arid habitat and the Ewaso Nyiro River provides the only year round source of water. Elephants, buffalo, lion, leopard, cheetah as well as reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Grevy’s zebra, oryx and other species have adapted to life here. In addition to the wildlife the region is home to the nomadic Samburu tribe, who herd their cattle, camels and goats in search of pasture.


Lake Turkana, In the far north of Kenya is Lake Turkana - the largest desert lake in the world. Known as the Jade Sea the lake’s shimmering colours contrast sharply with the barren landscape of extinct volcanoes and lava beds that surrounds it. The area is steeped in prehistoric history and hominid fossil remains. The lake is home to crocodiles, hippos and more than 40 different species of fish. The barren landscape supports snakes, zebra, giraffe and camels. Turkana is the source of life for some of Kenya's most remote tribes.


Kenya Coast, Mombasa and the Kenya coast is an interesting mix of Africa & Arabia with a little Portuguese thrown in. Along the coast are coral reefs where tropical fish swim and on snorkelling safaris you may see dolphins and turtles. Around Diani Beach, Watamu, Malindi and even on the sleepy island of Lamu facilities for travellers have sprung up and there are a good number of restaurants, shops and local tour operators. Explore Arab ruins, sail a dhow, eat delicious seafood cooked on the coals, shop for your souvenirs and spend time relaxing on the white sand beaches.


Nairobi, In the centre of the country, Nairobi is a modern and cosmopolitan city. Gateway to the principal wildlife reserves, Nairobi is the focus of all the nation's activities and is developing at an alarming pace. If you have a day or so to spend in Nairobi we there are quite a few worthwhile sites to visit and plenty of good shopping opportunities from cheap & cheerful goodies to artefacts and books.


Rift Valley, The scenically beautiful Kenyan Rift Valley boasts a series of lakes - some of which are freshwater, others of which are soda lakes and these attract millions of flamingos. The upheavals that caused this huge Rift that runs from the Dead Sea to Mozambique also resulted in the sprouting of volcanic mountains. Apart from breathtaking scenery studded with lakes and volcanoes, Kenya’s Rift Valley is home to a big variety of active safari options and friendly African market towns.


Aberdare National Park, The Aberdare National Park was created to protect the forested slopes and moors of the Aberdare Mountains. Despite the fact that the Park has elephant, lion, rhino, black leopard and the beautiful but elusive bongo antelope it attracts only a small number of visitors.


Amboseli, Amboseli is justly famous for its big game including buffalo, elephant, lion, giraffe, hyena, cheetah and a variety of smaller carnivores and antelope species; and for its picturesque scenery, which benefits from the beautiful backdrop of snow covered Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain at 5,894m (19,340 ft). This region is home to the nomadic Masai people and you will see their circular manyattas (villages), surrounded by thorny scrub fences, scattered across the plains.


Mount Kenya, The snow-covered peak of Mount Kenya dominates the Central Highlands. At 5199m it is Africa's second highest mountain after Kilimanjaro which is in Tanzania. The mountain above the forest line is a National Park and it supports rainforests and thickets of bamboo, while higher up is a moorland of giant lobelia and heather. The forests are home to elephant, buffalo, monkeys, antelope and giant forest hog.