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Kenya
safaris have featured in countless Hollywood movies about
Africa. Wildlife apart, Kenya’s stunning shoreline is
a perfect
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| Kenya
reflects the influences
of the ancient seafarers
that plied their trade
along its tropical African
shores. Spices, ivory
and slave trading have
impacted the region, architecture,
people and even language.
Kenya
is richly endowed with
wildlife, stunning tropical
shores and rich cultures.
For most visitors to Kenya,
the romance of a wildlife
safari is high on the
list of attractions. Herds
of countless wildebeest
and zebra, the great predators,
buffalo and elephant conjure
up images of Out of Africa.
Masai Mara, Amboseli and
other great wildlife reserves
are amongst Africa’s finest,
an endorsement of Kenya’s
impressive commitment
to conservation and eco
tourism.
Each
of the wildlife parks
and reserves offer unique
attractions. Lake Nakuru
is home to up to two million*
flamingoes that carpet
the lake in shades of
pink and peach as far
as the eye can see, filling
the air with their calls.
Amboseli is famous for
its large herds of elephant
and the breathtaking backdrop
of Mount Kilimanjaro.
The Masai Mara provides
the northern extent of
the great migration of
wildebeest, zebra, and
plains game that follow
the rains for nutritional
grasslands, attracting
the attention of the great
predators.
* Flamingo populations
vary dependent upon conditions.
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Masai Mara National
Reserve
The Masai Mara is the most popular wildlife
safari destination in Kenya. The annual migration
of wildebeest from the Serengeti in the south is
one of the most spectacular wildlife shows on earth.
The exact timing of the migration can vary each
year and is difficult to predict. The wildebeest
calving season takes place in the Serengeti, around
mid February to mid March. A few weeks later, the
herds form into great lines and start their migration
to western Serengeti, and then north to the Masai
Mara. The best time to see the migration in the
Mara is between July and October when large numbers
of wildebeest and other antelope populate the savanna.
Predators such as lion, will follow the migration
closely and hunt frequently. Calves are particularly
vulnerable during this time and the river crossings
pose life threatening obstacles. If not drowned
by the stampede, they could become a meal for the
Nile crocodiles. Those that survive will enjoy greener
pastures in the Mara before turning south to return
to the Serengeti in October - November. To witness
the migration and especially a river crossing is
undoubtedly a highlight on safari that will earn
the traveler bragging rights around the dinner table
back home.
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Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park lies directly north of Mount
Kilimanjaro on the border of Tanzania. Although
Mount Kilimanjaro is in Tanzania, the best view
is from Amboseli National Park. It is the highest
mountain in Africa, the highest free standing mountain
in the world and forms an exquisite backdrop to
the park. Amboseli is made up of five main wildlife
habitats – open plains, acacia woodlands, rocky
thorn bush country, swamps and marshlands. Swamps
are the result of streams which surface in the center
of Amboseli, supporting the local wildlife and birds.
A main attraction is undoubtedly the large elephant
herds, which have been fairly unaffected by poaching
and have some of the largest tusks in Kenya. They
love to submerge themselves in the marsh land for
a bath and relief from the hot African sun, emerging
for a tingling sand bath before trudging off into
the sunset. When encountering these mammals on one
of the roads, savor the moment, and keep your camera
ready for such priceless photo opportunities. |
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Lake Nakuru
West of Nairobi situated on the floor of the
Great Rift Valley lies Lake Nakuru National
Park. This shallow soda lake is fed by three
separate rivers – Njoro, Makalia and Enderit
and is the seasonal home of the lesser and
greater flamingoes and some 450 bird species.
It was gazetted in 1960 as a bird sanctuary
and upgraded to a national park in 1968. For
the bird lover this is paradise, however a
word of caution to the visitor is that there
are times when lake conditions change and
the flamingos depart en masse for other soda
lakes. From one to two million pink flamingoes
can be feeding along the shores of the lake
when conditions are favorable, including tens
of thousands of other birds. It is a true
ornithological wonder. Also to be seen in
the area: warthog, waterbuck, giraffe, lion,
leopard and black rhino. |
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Tsavo East and West
National Parks
Together these two parks form one of the largest
reserves in Africa, larger than the island of Jamaica.
Its eco systems include forest, savanna and an extensive
river system. In 1899 during construction of the
railway that crosses Tsavo, gruesome history was
made. Two lions in the area actively preyed on the
workers culminating in 120 deaths. It was to take
more than a year for the hunters to catch up with
the lions and put an end to the suffering. Despite
their fear the workers completed the construction
of the bridge over the Tsavo river.
Today the scene is more serene. Visitors are
able to enjoy sightings of elephants covered in
red dust, rhinos and abundant plains game. More
than just the wildlife, Tsavo offers other surprises
including Mzima springs, a natural spring that
produces 50 million gallons of fresh water a day
and Lugard Falls where water falls with gusto
over fabulous rock formations.
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Mombasa
Along the shoreline, white sandy beaches are lined
with palms, with the warm water of the Indian Ocean
only feet away. The offshore coral reefs abound
with tropical fish, turtles, dolphins and a kaleidoscope
of color. For a beach or honeymoon getaway, it is
a tropical paradise. The reefs protect the beaches
with calm waters and the tropical days (and nights)
are perfect to laze around, snorkel, scuba dive,
wind surf or paddle in the smaller waves.
Day trips to the local market, museum or city
tours are available and may be pre booked or arranged
with your hotel - but tearing yourself away from
the pool or ocean may be a tough decision. |
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more about the Masai Mara...
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Kenya
Classic Safari
Kenya
Flexible private departures:
8 Nights / 9 Days |
Kenya |
$1,452.00
- $4,565.00 |
Kenya Camping Safari
Kenya
Flexible private departures:
15 Days |
Kenya |
$4,036.00 - $8,094.00 |
Kenya Classic
Kenya
Flexible private departures:
5 Nights / 6 Days |
Kenya |
$1,258.00 - $3,000.00 |
Kenya Family Safari
Kenya
Flexible private departures:
7 Nights / 8 Days |
Kenya |
$6,634.00 per
person sharing |
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