Why You Should Visit Kenya |
Posted: October 2, 2014 |
Why should you visit Kenya? Where do we start? The incentives are endless! Kenya is home to some of Africa’s most spectacular views with breathtaking mountain ranges, national parks, and lakes all teeming with wildlife. It is located in East Africa, right on the equator with Tanzania to the south and Uganda to the west. So what’s the best reason to visit Kenya? The answer to that question is none other than the authentic experience of a Kenya safari!
As the water is scarce during the dry months, the animals are forced to seek and congregate around lakes, rivers, and waterholes. Consequently, the wildlife is easily accessible as it is not difficult to find them gathered in large numbers. The vegetation is not abundant during this season and this makes it easier to watch the animals from afar. The Kenya safari is not all about wildebeests; you will also encounter a large number of lions in the vast area of plains and more often than not, you will see them hunting their prey in the cooler hours of the day. Other animals found in large numbers are hippos, buffalo, zebras, giraffes and elephants. If you are at the right place at the right time during your safari, you will also witness predatory cats like leopard and cheetah. The Kenya safari experiences goes beyond the famous Masai Mara National Reserve. You can take an expedition to the Meru National Park, the remote Shaba and Samburu, as well as the off beaten track of the Laikipia Plateau not to mention elephant rich Amboseli National Park. When Should You Go to Kenya The best time to visit this captivating nation is from January to March and from July through October. It is the perfect time to see and experience the abundance of wildlife, but this is also the peak season. So it is best to book your holiday early, especially if you are planning on going on a safari. January to March is the best time for bird lovers to make the journey, while the best weather can be experienced from June through October. The offseason has a lot of positive aspects like lower rates, lush greenery, newborn animals, and an adequate amount of wildlife to see. However, it is best to make an educated judgment when taking a trip between March and May as the heavy rains will force some of the camps and lodges to close. What Else Does Kenya Have to Offer? If safaris are not your cup of tea, you can take a walk across the equator. You can even stand with one foot on the northern hemisphere and the other on the southern hemisphere. Standing between two state lines does not even come close to stand between two hemispheres. Located in the heart of the country, almost on the equatorial line is Mount Kenya. Part of the Eastern Rift Mountain range, Mount Kenya is the second tallest mountain in Africa, after Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It is the tallest mountain in Kenya and an exhilarating trip to the equatorial line will lead you straight to a road sign marking the equator near the town of Nanyuki. Whether it is a Kenya wildlife safari or a more intimate cultural and landscape experience, tour packages booked through a reputable tour operator are safe as they take every precaution to ensure that you are protected throughout the entire journey. Areas that are unfriendly are avoided and if you are on a safari, you will always be escorted by guides and park rangers to safeguard both the animals and adventurers.
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