5 Reasons to Go on A Wildlife Safari
Kenya is amongst the top tourist destinations in the world. It’s hard to explain how amazing Kenya is, you will totally be surprised by the beauty and awesome people. No wonder the country has attracted many explorers as well. Sitting strategically in the horn of Africa, near the equator, the climate is almost perfect for safaris all year round. It is a wonderful experience to go to Kenya. Unlike the animals in them parks, the animals in Kenya are not tamed, they are wild. Nairobi is the only city in the world that is also home to a National Park. The famous wild beast migration also happens in Kenya between July and October. The famous Diani beach has been voted amongst the top 10 beaches in the world.
Get all the latest news on the best Kenyan safaris, Maasai mara, Mombasa, Tsavo, Amboseli, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Rift Valley, Mount Kenya, Diani, Watamu, Malindi, whatever your destination, get the best tips from experts. From colonial houses in Naivasha to tented camps in the mara all the information you need is on our blog. Before you plan your trip to Kenya do check out our Safari tips to help you plan and prepare.
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4 Must Visit Places in Diani Beach
1. Diani Beach Well if you are in south coast then the number one place you cannot miss is Diani Beach. Often voted amongst the top beaches worldwide. The beach has fantastic colourings for its scenery. White sandy beaches, crystal clear flawless waters, lush green palm trees it is simply the best. It’s always alive…
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5 Reasons to Go on A Wildlife Safari
Vacation time is just around the corner, and I can already here bags being packed, schedules confirmed and people getting ready to vroom off. Talking about vacations, decided on a venue yet? Let me suggest one to you. You’ve climbed enough mountains and tanned at enough beaches. Now, why not venture into a forest for a safari?
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What your Mom never told you about Safaris
Safari is a Swahili word that means journey. The first mention of the word often people will describe a safari as a trip to Africa where one expects to see the wildlife, stay in remote places. However, this is not always the case. A safari can be anything from experiencing wildlife, enjoying the beach, meeting…
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5 Cheap Camping Sites in Naivasha
Naivasha is a magnificent town that offers so many relaxing activities such as camping, game drives, boat rides, fishing, cycling and many more. It’s strategically located about an hour away from the Capital Nairobi making it a great choice for a quick weekend camping trip. Travelling to Naivasha does not have to be expensive. We…
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Top 5 Picnic Sites Around Nairobi
Nairobi is Kenya’s capital city. It is a major entry point to a lot of visitors. This includes both local and international visitors that visit every so often. Recreation activities around the city are in abundance. Picnic sites are equally available and are not only picnic sites but grounds that host various activities during the…
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10 Best National Parks in Kenya
Kenya offers unlimited acres of wilderness full of incredible wildlife diversity. Most national parks here offer classic vehicle safaris and a few offer bike, foot and horseback safaris. Kenyan safaris are also much more affordable than other African countries. Here is a list of the best national parks in Kenya.
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Largest National Park in Kenya
The largest national park in Kenya is perceived to be Masai Mara National Reserve. However this is not true. When it comes to size the largest national park in Kenya is Tsavo National Park. Masai Mara is about 1500km sq while Tsavo National Park is 22,000km sq.
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Low Season in Mombasa
The low season in Mombasa runs from April to May due to the long rains. Mombasa can sometimes be quite expensive during the high season. If you are in the coastal city there is nothing better than getting a quality beach front hotel or resort. Staying in town is not probably a good idea if you are going to Mombasa for holiday. So when is the best time to visit Mombasa in the low season?
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20 Cheap Weekend and Day Trip Getaways in Nairobi
You don’t necessarily have to travel far to get enjoy a weekend getaway. Nairobi is strategically located almost in the middle of Kenya making it easy to get away for a weekend of relaxation. Many of these getaways are budget friendly and quite affordable. No matter your activity, a romantic getaway, game drives, outdoor activities, day trips, camping trips, weekend getaways this list should easily cover your desires.
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$250 Luxurious Maasai Mara Safari
After getting married last year around July, I only got a short 2 weeks leave from work. Trust me this was so short it wasn’t even enough for the wedding itself let alone honeymoon. I had promised my wife I would get leave in Christmas period and we would go for Honeymoon.
While planning where to go I had seen my beloved wife watching National Geographic often and being amazed by the wildlife. I offered to take her to Maasai Mara and she was extremely excited.
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10 Must Haves for Safari
You have booked for your safari after carefully planning for it and now need to get packing, clothes, shoes, essentials and you want to make sure you don’t miss anything out. Here are a few tips to get you started. Preventative & Essential Medicines – If you have any prescription medicines this are definitely something…
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Best Time to Visit Kenya for Safari
Best Time to Visit Kenya for Safaris Although the actual word safari was historically used to plan holidays around animal hunting, this word has now reformed and taken a fresher breath in it’s description of being around animals not just in the Savannah but being and observing animals and nature in their natural habitat.…
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