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Kenya is where the safari was born, and it remains one of the most rewarding places on earth to meet the wild. From the sweeping golden plains of the Maasai Mara to the snow-dusted shoulders of Mount Kenya and the flamingo-pink soda lakes of the Rift Valley, this is a country of astonishing variety packed into a single, welcoming journey. Most travellers fly into Nairobi, the green and energetic capital, before heading out to the parks where the real magic begins.
Overview
Why Kenya?
Kenya is where the safari was born, and it remains one of the most rewarding places on earth to meet the wild. From the sweeping golden plains of the Maasai Mara to the snow-dusted shoulders of Mount Kenya and the flamingo-pink soda lakes of the Rift Valley, this is a country of astonishing variety packed into a single, welcoming journey. Most travellers fly into Nairobi, the green and energetic capital, before heading out to the parks where the real magic begins.
A first safari can feel like a big undertaking, but Kenya makes it easy. English is widely spoken, the people are famously warm, and the rhythm of the day, an early game drive, a late breakfast, an afternoon out among the herds, quickly becomes second nature. A little preparation goes a long way, so here is what you need to know before you go.
Best time to visit
The best time to take a safari to Kenya is from Late June to October. Not only is it the dry season but the season when the annual Wildebeest Migration happens in the Masai Mara. The wildebeest arrive in the Mara by mid-July with August being the peak of this annual event and stay until October. Game viewing is, however, good all year round and varies from one park to the other.
Best Time to take safari – June – October & Jan- Feb
Wildlife
Kenya is endowed with an amazing game-viewing experience. You can see all the Big Five on a standard safari. Masai Mara is one of the best parks to visit and see the Big Cats and is home to the annual Wildebeest Migration. White rhinos can be seen in Lake Nakuru National Park, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, and Meru National Park. The floor of the rift valley has many Fresh and Alkaline Lakes. Lake Bogoria attracts thousands of flamingoes that throng to feed on the algae.
Wildebeest Migration - The wildebeest Migration is one of the most unique wildlife phenomena in Africa, naturally occurring; the event takes place annually between Tanzania's Serengeti National park and Masai Mara National Reserve in late June – October.
Getting there
You can access Kenya by flying into the Country. The most popular airport is Jomo Kenyatta International Airport which is in Nairobi – the Main Capital City of Kenya. You can also fly into Moi International Airport which is in Mombasa- the coastal capital city.
Visa Application – Kenya Visa Application can be done online on the government website https://evisa.go.ke/evisa.html in 3 simple steps. It is simple, secure, and convenient.
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