Kenya Destinations

The beauty of Kenya is hidden in its raw and rustic national parks which is a home to many endangered species. This east-African country is named the wildlife capital for having numerous national parks and reserves in its boundaries.For all the wildlife lovers, here are 8 best Kenya Destinations which will leave you spell bounded as you explore the wildlife of Africa with your naked eyes and feel the thrill of staying close to these wild beasts.

With a vast array of incredible things to see and do, it is unsurprising that Kenya Safari Tours welcomes so many visitors from around the world each year. Beautiful beaches, cosmopolitan cities and of course the unbelievably breath-taking scenery all combine to entice travellers to Kenya.

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit: July-October

Major Attractions:OlKinyei Conservancy, OlareOrok Conservancy, Mara Triangle, Mara River

Must Experiences: Witness the wild beast migration, Jungle safari

Where To Stay & Eat: Elephant Pepper Camp, Enkewa Camp, Mara Bush Camp

How To Reach: The national reserve in Kenya is at a distance of 270 kms from the Nairobi city which usually takes 4-5 hours by road and 40-45 minutes by flight.

Amboseli National Park

Best Time To Visit: July-September (January and February)

Major Attractions: Elephant Research Camp, Lake Amboseli, Sinet Delta

Must Experiences: hiking at Mt. Kilimanjaro, visit to the Observation Hill, meet the Masai Tribe

Where To Stay & Eat:OlTukai Lodge, Amboseli Serena Lodge, Kimana Lodge, Tortilis Camp

How To Reach: The national park is easily accessible from road. The route from Nairobi to Namanga is quite rough whereas from Namanga to Meshanani gate leads to experience potholes in the journey. And the flight also connects from Nairobi to Amboseli.

Tsavo National Park

Best Time To Visit: June-October and January and February

Major Attractions: Tsavo East, EpiyaChapeyu Tented Safari Camp, Agenzia Safari Vera Africa

Must Experiences: Ngulia Rhino Sanctuary, Mzima springs, Ngulia Hills, Lake Jipe

Where To Stay & Eat: Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge, Voi Wildlife Lodge, Voyager Ziwani Camp

How To Reach: One can take a personal transport or bus from Nairobi, Mombasa and Malindi. Chartered flights can also be used which will land at one of the six airstrips in the south or 13 airstrips in the north.

Aberdare National Park

Best Time To Visit: June-September and also January and February

Major Attractions: Thompson Falls, Kereita Cave and Waterfall, Soysambu Conservancy

Must Experiences: Bird watching, trout fishing, visit to the Lesatima and Kinangop peaks, hiking to the elephant hills and twin hills

Where To Stay & Eat: The Ark Lodge, Outspan Golf and Country Club

How To Reach: The Aberdare national park is at a distance of 160 kms from the Nairobi city. Whereas the easy to access routes to reach the park is from the town of Nyahururu and Naivasha.

Lake Nakuru National Park

Best Time To Visit: June-March

Major Attractions: Lake Nakuru, Hyrax hill prehistoric site, Makalia waterfall

Must Experiences: Watching flamingos on lake Nakuru, wildlife safari

Where To Stay & Eat: Lake Nakuru lodge, Sarova Lion Hill Lodge

How To Reach: The park is located at a distance of 156 kms from the north west of Nairobi. The easiest access to the park is via the main gate which is 4 kms away from the Nakuru Town Centre.

Mount Kenya National Park

Best Time To Visit: December-March

Major Attractions: Mount Kenya, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust

Must Experiences: Mountain climbing, camping and caving

Where To Stay & Eat:Kinondoni campsite, Austrian head campsite, Like North Hut

How To Reach: The park is located at a distance of 175 Kms from Nairobi, the park can be reached on Nanyuki-Isiolo road via Sirimon Track or Nyeri-Nanyuki road near NaroMoru.

Nairobi National Park

Best Time To Visit: June-September

Major Attractions: Nairobi Mosque, Galleria Mall, Ivory Burning Site Museum

Must Experiences: picnic, camping, sight of black rhino, walking trails at hippo pools

Where To Stay & Eat:Twiga Campsite

How To Reach: The national park is located at a distance of 10 kms from the Nairobi city center. The nearest airports from the national park are Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and Wilson Airports.

Samburu National Reserve

Best Time To Visit: December-March and July-October

Major Attractions: Samburu National Reserve, Shaba National Reserve, Buffalo Springs National Reserve

Must Experiences: Wildlife safari, Bird watching and Samburu cultural tours

Where To Stay & Eat: SamburuSopa Lodge, Samburu Serena Lodge, Sarova Shaba

How To Reach: The national park is located at a distance of 345 kms from Nairobi whereas the reserve is also accessible by road via Isiolo and Archer’s Post. There are also chartered flights connecting from Nairobi to the Samburu national park.

Kenya Safari Destinations provide some of the best safari parks in the world. An essential part of any holiday to Kenya, game safaris are an unforgettable with various Kenya SafariTips & Kenya Destinations experience that you won’t want to miss.

There’s plenty of choice on offer and so much to see and do but don’t forget to also make time to relax on Kenya’s beaches before you leave too. Let African Outback Safaris experts help you start planning your Kenya Safari Tours today.