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Travel to Kenya

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If you love traveling, you know Kenya is one of those countries you must see. Here are some recommendations from a native when you choose to visit.
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South rift circuit

The Great Rift Valley, has breathtaking landscapes, diverse wildlife, and unique geological formations.

 
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 Famous for wildebeest migrations and home of the Big5
Maasai Mara National Reserve
 
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Accommodation for when you visit Maasai Mara
Impala Eco - Lodge
 
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accommodation.                                Surrounded by the Mara River and on the edge of the world's 7th wonder, Fairmont is the definition of tented luxury. Luxuriously furnished tents overlooking the hippo and crocodile-filled Mara River below, outdoor swimming pool, lounge, and restauran...
Fairmont Mara Safari Club
 
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accommodation                               Masai Mara Serena Safari Lodge is one of the pioneer establishments in the Masai Mara. Located very centrally in the famous ‘Mara Triangle’ in the Masai Mara National Reserve, set high on a bush-cloaked hill with long views over the savannah and dow...
Serena Hotels
 
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Experience geysers, gorges, wildlife and birdlife from three different towers
Hell's Gate
 
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Within Mt. Longonot National Park lies the dormant Mt. Longonot volcano rising
Mount Longonot
 
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Home to millions of Fuchsia pink flamingos, fish eating pelicans as well as over 450 other species of birds. Good location for game viewing of the black rhino, lion, leopard as well as the endangered Rothschild giraffe.
Lake Nakuru National Park
 
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Beautiful scenery on the winding road followed by a scenic view point at Iten
Kerio Valley

Western Circuit

The lesser-visited western region of Kenya features Lake Victoria and its surrounding landscapes.

 
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Hill camp. Experience breathtaking sun set and cool lake breeze here
Dunga Hill Camp
 
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impala sanctuary                              The museum is small but very rich in displays of materials and culture of the people of Western Nyanza. The sanctuary offers activities such as bird watching, nature walks, and camping, and it is also suitable for corporate and social events.
KWS-Kisumu Impala Sanctuary
 
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Fishing camps that offer several activities, the beach, and many bird species including egrets and the fish eagle
Takawiri Island
 
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World famous equatorial rain forest is known for its diverse bird and insect life.
Kakamega Forest National Reserve - All You Need to Know ...
 
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2nd highest mountain in Kenya has a wide variety of attractions that include caves formed from ancient lava tubes, cliffs and mountain peaks ideal for climbing, waterfalls, gorges, hot springs and calderas
Mount Elgon National Park

North rift

Semi-arid landscapes and wildlife reserves of northern Kenya, featuring unique adaptations to the climate.

 
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lake Bogoria. Come experience the beautiful flamingos and hot water springs
Lake Bogoria
 
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bird watching, boat riding, endemic fish species, reptile park among others at Lake Baringo
Lake Baringo

Coastal circuit

Kenya’s stunning beaches, and historic sites, and experience the vibrant coastal culture.

 
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popular for snorkeling and diving and for viewing the beautiful coral gardens and fish
Mombasa Marine National Park and Reserve
 
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built by the Portuguese in 1593, the museum exhibits the culture of the coastal people and archeological and historical excavations from the coast
Fort Jesus Museum
 
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largest coastal forest in eastern Africa home to butterflies, birds and monkeys
Visit the forest - Friends of Arabuko-Sokoke Forest
 
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A theatre of the wild. The only place you can see the few remaining hirola antelope
Tsavo National Park | Book Accommodation and Safaris Directly
 
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wonderful for the bird watchers      Located in Watamu, the creek has wide, healthy beds of seagrass and coral, home to many species of fish and feeding sea turtles, while in the mangroves smaller streams and inlets provide a refuge for crabs and birdlife.
Mida Creek - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
 
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known as the land of lava, springs, and the African elephant
Tsavo West National Park
 
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A photographer's paradise              Formerly Maasai Amboseli Game Reserve, is a national park in Loitoktok District in Kajiado County, Kenya. The Park embodies 5 main wildlife habitats (Savanna grassland, acacia woodland, rocky thorn bush, swamps and marshland) and covers part of a Ple...
Amboseli National Park

Nairobi circuit

It covers Nairobi city, the capital of Kenya with its rich cultural heritage, museums, and parks

 
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artificial lake, several national monuments, and an assembly ground which has become a popular skateboarding spot on weekends and also a location for local skateboarding competitions
Uhuru Park
 
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home to one of the largest auditoriums in Africa.
Bomas Of Kenya
 
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serene environment that seems to belong to the past, surrounded by a tranquil garden and indigenous forest, with a splendid view of Karen’s beloved Ngong Hills.
Karen Blixen Museum
 
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come into contact and feed the graceful tall animals, giraffes.
Giraffe Centre: Homepage - African Fund for Endangered Wildlife
 
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largest crocodile farm in East Africa. Camel, horse and boat riding, as well as Ostrich park and bird observation path.
Nairobi Mamba Village
 
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The only park in the world within the proximity of a capital city. Kenya's wildlife shop window. variety of animals and birds species and a diverse flora.
Nairobi National Park
 
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Urban forest in the outskirts of Nairobi. Hiking and walking trails Birdwatching ,Picnicking and Cycling
Karura Forest

Central kenya

Kenya's central region featuring mountains, forests

 
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Experience the Adamson's falls, the leopard rock and great wildlife
Meru National Park
 
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Looking for a hiking adventure?  The highest mountain in Kenya, and 2nd highest in Africa after Mt.Kilimanjaro. The reserve straddles the equator and the entire mountain contour.
Mount Kenya National Park
 
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Home of the famous Treetops Hotel where Princess Elizabeth became queen of England in 1952. Talk about views, wildlife, nature and history…now you've got to come
Aberdare Range
 
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Haven for the endangered colobus monkeys, baboons and small animals
Thomson Falls - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
 
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Home to the gerenuk species also known as giraffe naked antelope due to its long neck adapted for browsing the high bushes
Samburu National Reserve