Explore the Magic of Kenya

The images many of us invoke of Kenya is that of safaris replete with wild animal sightings and golden African sunsets. The truth is, one can never truly appreciate the grandeur of the Kenyan experience and discover its offerings until they visit. On the first day of your visit, whether navigating the bustling streets of Nairobi, or traversing the Maasai Mara Game Reserve in a well-suited 4x4 vehicle, you will understand that you’re in for an enriching, moving, and eye-opening journey.

Wildlife is but one of Kenya’s magical attributes. Kenya is an immensely diverse country – with mountains, lakes, golden savannah, rolling hills, aged volcanoes, white sand beaches, and lush grasslands. Its awe-inspiring views leave you speechless, and feeling a range of different emotions – happiness for the amazing beauty you are lucky to see, and excitement for the wealth of activities and experiences you can cover in your first and successive visits.

A safari in Kenya, the cradle of humanity and true home of the safari, is beyond expectations. Visitors may choose from a hot-air balloon experience replete with a champagne bush breakfast, a leisurely bike through verdant savanna, a 4x4 expedition over rugged hills in quest of wildlife, or a traditional dhow sailing experience on the Indian Ocean. Perhaps you’ll opt for a guided walk with a Maasai warrior or saddle up for a horseback expedition along side a family of giraffes. A definite must-see is a nighttime safari utilizing night-vision goggles to spot nocturnal wildlife on the prowl. Kenya offers an array of incredible and stylish ways to enhance your wildlife-viewing experiences.

Lodging and dining options in Kenya are as varied as activities. Imagine a five-star luxury lodge atop an escarpment overlooking the breathtaking Lakipia Plateau, or sleeping on a star bed beneath the undisturbed Kenya night sky at a working ranch. Let grunting hippos sing you into slumber in the comfort of a luxuriously appointed tent in the Maasai Mara. You’ll want to try the Kenyan version of a juicy rib eye steak on a sizzling hot plate along the Talek River, or a velouté of pumpkin to warm you on cool evenings in Mount Kenya National Park, or head to the coast to savor a spicy seafood stew paired with a local Tusker beer. Be sure to indulge in endless servings of local delicacies at the world-famous Carnivore restaurant in Nairobi.

Through these varied culinary experiences and accommodations, you will get a taste of Kenya’s warm and engaging culture. Everyone always remembers the storytelling of Maasai guides who will share their culture and stories of nomadic life amongst the wildlife. Try a run with the Kalenjin, famed for their endurance, or a dance with the colorful Samburu. And be sure not to miss exploring the history of Swahili culture in Lamu Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, while staying at a charming ocean-front cottage with the waves of the Indian Ocean lapping at your door.

Through your safari or “journey,” you will discover a country with a rich heart filled with history, warmth, kindness, beauty and wonder. Above all, your journey through magical Kenya will touch you deeply and beckon you to return again and again.