Samburu is home to several species not commonly found in other Kenyan parks, known as the “Samburu Special Five.” These include the Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk (also known as the giraffe gazelle), and the beisa oryx. This makes Samburu an exceptional destination for wildlife enthusiasts.

The park is located in the region inhabited by the Samburu people, a semi-nomadic tribe closely related to the Maasai. Visitors have opportunities to learn about their unique culture, traditions, and lifestyle, often through guided tours to local villages.

With over 450 bird species recorded, Samburu is a paradise for bird watchers. Notable species include the Somali bee-eater, vulturine guineafowl, and various species of bustards, hornbills, and sunbirds.

Samburu National Park offers a unique and enriching safari experience with its distinctive wildlife, cultural encounters, and stunning landscapes. It is a must-visit for those seeking an off-the-beaten-path adventure in Kenya.

Mount Kenya is the second-highest mountain in Africa, standing at 5,199 meters (17,057 feet). Climbing Mount Kenya provides a thrilling adventure for mountaineers and trekkers, offering a challenging yet rewarding experience.

Mount Kenya offers several climbing routes, catering to different levels of experience. The main routes are the Sirimon, Chogoria, and Naro Moru routes. Each route has its own unique features and challenges, providing diverse experiences for climbers. Beyond trekking and climbing, visitors can engage in other activities such as camping, bird watching, fishing in the mountain lakes, and even wildlife safaris in the surrounding national park.

The Maasai Mara features a stunning kaleidoscope of wild and rugged landscapes, warm and welcoming people, and an exciting array of creatures – big and small. World famous for hosting the epic Great Migration, the Masai Mara welcomes 1,5 million wildebeests onto its sprawling savannahs each July through October.

Together with the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania, it forms Africa’s most diverse, incredible, and spectacular ecosystems and possibly the world’s top safari big game viewing ecosystem.

Maasai Mara National Reserve stretches 1,510 sq km (580 sq miles) and rises 1,500-2,170 meters above sea level. Add the conservancies and the area is at least twice the size. It hosts over 95 species of mammals and over 570 recorded species of birds.

Wildebeest Migration: Make sure you have your safari booked and planned out including the Maasai Mara. The wildebeest migration is nothing short of amazing. It is one of the things you have to add to your bucket list. The best time to be in Kenya for it is JULY – OCTOBER although Kenya is a great year-round destination.

Amboseli National Park provides some of the best views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. The sight of the snow-capped mountain towering over the plains is iconic and makes for incredible photographic opportunities, especially during sunrise and sunset.

The park is renowned for its large elephant herds, including some of the largest tuskers in Africa. Besides elephants, visitors can expect to see lions, cheetahs, buffaloes, zebras, giraffes, and various antelope species. Bird watchers will also find paradise here with over 400 bird species recorded.

Other attractions of the park include opportunities to meet the Maasai people and also offer spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world.

The sight of dust-red elephants wallowing, rolling, and spraying each other with the midnight blue waters of the palm-shaded Galana River is one of the most evocative images in Africa. This, along with the 300 km long Yatta Plateau, the longest lava flow in the world, makes for an adventure unlike any other in the Tsavo East.

The park forms the largest protected area in Kenya and is home to most of the larger mammals, vast herds of dust –red elephant, Rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard, pods of hippo, crocodile, waterbucks, lesser Kudu, gerenuk, and the prolific bird life features 500 recorded species.

Tsavo’s location between Nairobi and the coastal city of Mombasa makes it an excellent addition to a beach holiday. Visitors can easily combine a safari in Tsavo with a relaxing stay on the Kenyan coast.