Safari Destinations
Why Your First African Safari Won’t Be Your Last
Does an African safari feature on your bucket list? It should! Africa has so much to offer, from spectacular scenery, friendly people and cultural treasures to blissful beaches. But above all else, it is the wildlife and safari lifestyle that will draw you back, again and again. This well-known quote by Richard Mullin is so very true: ‘The only man I envy, is the man who has not yet been to Africa – for he has so much to look forward to’. Once you go on your first safari, Africa gets into your blood. You develop a deep longing to return to this magical continent, and to start planning your next African safari holiday.
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Maasai Mara National Reserve is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Kenya. It is located in the southwestern part of Kenya near the Kenya-Tanzania border. Tiem taken from Nairobi to Masai Mara is approximately 6 hours by road & 1 hour via flight. Maasai Mara is a popular tourist destination because it is home to the famous Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino). It is also famous for the annual Great Wildebeest Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras cross into Maasai Mara through the Mara River. Maasai Mara also offers other activities like hot air balloon safaris and visits to the Maasai village to learn about Masai culture. Each year, the annual wildebeest migration takes place in Masai Mara between July & October, attracting many tourists.
Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park is located in the southern part of Kenya near the Kenya–Tanzania border. The name Amboseli was coined from a Masai word which means ‘salty dust place’. Time taken from Nairobi is approximately 4 hours via road & 45 minutes via flight. Amboseli National Park is well known for its great views of Mount Kilimanjaro and is also home to many elephants. Other wildlife seen in Amboseli includes lions, giraffes, cheetahs, and buffalos. It is also home to a variety of birds, which makes it a good destination for bird watchers. Other activities in Amboseli include, balloon safaris, photography safaris & visiting the Maasai village to learn the culture of the Maasai people.
Lake Nakuru National Park
Lake Nakuru National Park is located in Nakuru County around Lake Nakuru.
Time taken from Nairobi is approximately 3 hours via road. Lake Nakuru National Park is well known for its large number of birds, especially the pink flamingos, which makes it a favorable destination for bird watchers.
It is also home to different wildlife like lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffalos, endangered black and white rhinos, and giraffes.
Aberdare National Park
Aberdare National Park is located in the central part of Kenya in the Aberdare Mountain Ranges.
Time taken from Nairobi is approximately 4 hours by road. Aberdare National Park is known for its mountain scenery, waterfalls, and different kinds of wildlife like elephants, leopards, and mountain bongos.
It is also an ideal place for bird watchers because it has different varieties of birds. Aberdare National Park is also an ideal place for hiking, where one is able to enjoy the beautiful views of the park. Other activities that can be done in Aberdare include fishing, horse riding, and camping.
Mount Kenya National Park
Mount Kenya National Park is located in central Kenya around Mount Kenya, which is the second-highest mountain in Africa.
Time taken from Nairobi is approximately 4-5 hours by road. Mount Kenya National Park is known for its beautiful scenery and a wide variety of wildlife, which includes elephants, buffalos, antelopes, monkeys, and over 100 species of birds.
Some of the activities that can be done in Mount Kenya National Park include hiking, bird watching, game drives, nature walks, and camping. This is usually an ideal destination for nature lovers.
Samburu National Reserve
Samburu National Reserve is located in the northern part of Kenya along the Ewaso Ng’iro River.
It takes approximately 5–6 hours from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve by road and about 1’5 hours via air. Samburu National Reserve is known for its unique species of animals like the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk. There are also large elephant herds and a wide variety of birds, making it an ideal destination for bird watchers. Some of the activities in Samburu National Reserve include game drives, bird watching, guided walks, and cultural visits with the people of Samburu.
Hell’s Gate National Park
Hell’s Gate National Park is located along the Great Rift Valley.
It is approximately two hours from Nairobi. Hell’s Gate National Park is known for its scenic landscape views of high cliffs and deep gorges. There are geothermal features like hot springs, steam vents, and geysers. Hell’s Gate is also home to different wildlife species like zebras, giraffes, buffalos, raptors including Verreaux’s eagle (often seen hovering above the cliffs), and antelopes.
Hell’s Gate has over 100 species of birds, including vultures, eagles, and hornbills. It is one of the few parks where visitors can explore on foot and also by cycling while enjoying the beautiful views of the park.
Tsavo National Park
Tsavo National Park is located in the southeastern part of Kenya. It is divided into two:
Tsavo East and Tsavo West.
From Nairobi, it takes approximately 3 hours to reach Tsavo West by road and 5–6 hours to reach Tsavo East by road, or approximately 50 minutes by air.
Tsavo National Park is well known for its large elephant herds and also the famous maneating lions. Tsavo is also home to different wild animals like buffalos, zebras, hippos, and giraffes. Some of the activities that can be done in Tsavo National Park include game drives, bush walks, visiting Mzima Springs, and hippo viewing.
Meru National Park
Meru National Park is located in the eastern part of Kenya near Mount Kenya. It is approximately 7 hours from Nairobi by road and about 1 hour by air.
Meru National Park is home to different wildlife, including the Big Five. It is also known for its healthy elephant population, the rare Grevy’s zebra, and other species like giraffes, cheetahs, antelopes, and different bird species. The park offers good views of its landscape, from open plains to dense forests. Some of the activities that can be done in Meru National Park include game drives, fishing, bird watching, walking safaris, and cultural tours, where one can learn about the Meru community and their culture
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