Why should Kenya be your next destination?

Why should Kenya be your next destination?

Kenya is more than just a country; it is the original safari destination where the idea of a “wildlife viewing adventure” originated. Its mix of iconic wildlife, stunning landscapes, cultural history, and first-class tourism infrastructure make it arguably the best place for a safari and probably the best place for people looking for the ultimate African experience. For those planning the next great adventure, Kenya offers a unique mixture of spectacle, diversity, and hospitality that secures its title as the “Safari Capital of the World.”

The Wildlife Spectacle: Icons and Abundance.

No country offers the concentration of iconic wildlife and dramatic natural events like Kenya, where any game drive becomes an event.

The Great Migration: The World’s Greatest Show.

By far, the biggest attraction is the annual Great Migration, one of the “World’s Greatest Wildlife Shows.” Every year—usually from July to October—1.5million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles thunder across the vast plains of the Maasai Mara National Reserve from the Serengeti in Tanzania. Experiencing the dramatic, life-and-death river crossings—in which crocodiles lie in ambush and lions lie waiting—is an incredible wildlife adventure that encapsulates the spirit of wild Africa. Simply being here during this natural spectacle is worth the flight.

Big five mammals.

The Big Five and More Observations of the Big Five is nothing short of spectacular, from multiple easily accessible parks. One experience can be staying in the Maasai Mara, Amboseli National Park (with other impressive views of Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop), and Tsavo (East and West) with lots of elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos (both black and white), and buffalo boldly on display and running around.

The country also has a number of northern species you’ve never heard of in the Laikipia and Samburu areas, such as the Grevy’s Zebra, the Gerenuk (long-necked antelope), and the Retirement Giraffe, ensuring that no two safari views are ever the same or that all are so specialized.

Diverse Landscapes and Unique Conservation Models.

Because of the Great Rift Valley, Kenya’s geographical makeup is so diverse that your safari can look so different from one region to another, with completely different habitats, etc. and unique conservation models.

From Savannah to Snow Cap Peaks.

You can start with a traditional, rolling grassland experience in the Mara; an experience on the semi-arid northern plains of Samburu; a water-based experience at the freshwater oasis of Lake Naivasha and boat safaris with hippos and pelicans; or head to Mount Kenya’s shadow. The list could go on. This was the whole range of interests, not just habitats, and made singing after 2 weeks feel like you had been on 3 or 4 separate trips, constantly finding new views and ecosystems (with more than 1 species inview even).

The Conservancy Model.

Kenya is a leader in the private conservancy model, particularly in the Laikipia area and around the Maasai Mara. These conservancies, like Ol Pejeta Conservancy (the last Northern White Rhinos) and Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, provide a more personal, less visited, and higher quality safari experience than the public parks. When you visit these conservancies, you are directly contributing to community development, anti-poaching, and innovative conservation through your ecotourism dollars.

The Perfect Coastal Conclusion.

Kenya is the only safari destination with the perfect transition from the dust of the bush to the seashore.

Beach Heaven and Wildlife.

The adventure can easily end on the perfect Indian Ocean coastal strip. Beaches like Diani Beach and the northern beaches of Malindi and Watamu boast sparkling white beaches, turquoise and warm waters, and simply the best beach relaxation opportunity.

Marine Safari.

The conclusion of the coastal leg is in its own right a safari. Locations such as Kisite-Mpunguti Marine Park offer world-class snorkeling and diving to get you up close to dolphins, sea turtles, and a multitude of colorful reefs. The ability to mix the excitement of the Big Five with the rest of the marine life of the coast within one country is what makes Kenya such an amazing, complete holiday destination with Focus East Africa Tours.

Kenya has superior infrastructure, highly professional guides, a strong conservation ethic, and, of course, the extraordinary power of the Maasai Mara safari experience. Kenya is a destination that actually lives up to its commitment to an authentic, diverse, and life-changing African experience.