Credit: Makanyane Safari Lodge Kenya is more of a dedicated wildlife destination than South Africa. A far greater proportion of the country is given over to national parks and other wildlife reserves, and these tend to have a wilder and more untrammelled feel than their fenced-in South African counterparts and their asphalt-roads and village-like rest...Read More

 People keep coming back to Kenya for the amazing wildlife viewing | Credit: Kicheche Camps Kenya attracts plenty of repeat visitors. The main reason for this is the unpredictability of its game reserves (no two days on safari are ever alike) and its immense variety of safari destinations (it would be difficult to do full...Read More

 Kenyatta International Airport Almost all visitors from abroad fly in. Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO) is the main port of entry for international flights, and it has excellent connections to most other parts of Kenya and many other African capitals. Some carriers also operate international flights to Mombasa Moi International Airport (MBA).The national carrier, Kenya...Read More

 Kenya is a great destination for some family bonding time | Credit: Govenor’s Camp Kenya is a reasonably family-friendly destination, but it boasts few attractions that cater specifically to youngsters, and the threat of malaria might be deterrent for families with young children. Most children will enjoy a few days on safari, but be warned...Read More

 Enjoying a game drive in Kenya | Credit: Ol Lentille Most parts of Kenya are suited to couples. The coast is ideal for a romantic getaways, while more active couples looking for quality time together might consider booking a private safari or renting a self-drive 4×4. Highlights  The romance of a Kenyan sunrise Kenya’s beaches...Read More

 Even if you’re travelling solo, there are plenty of ways to meet people and have a great holiday | Credit: Governor’s Loldia House Most parts of Kenya are suited to solo travel. Independent travellers using public transport will find that locals are very friendly and keen to engage in conversation with single foreigners. On safaris,...Read More

 A bush and beach safari is the best way to enjoy all the wonderful facets of Kenya Kenya is ideally suited to a beach and bush holiday. Indeed, you could say that it is tailor-made for this combination of activities. Safari options are covered in detail elsewhere on this website, but we would broadly recommend...Read More

 Butternut and dhania chapati. This meal is very similar to Indian flat breads | Credit: Kaluhis Kitchen Kenya doesn’t really qualify as a dedicated foodie destination, but there are plenty of opportunities to eat well. Nairobi hosts a wide variety of restaurants representing a cosmopolitan selection of cuisines, as do Mombasa and the various coastal...Read More

 European roller in Tsavo Kenya is one of only 15 countries globally where more than 1,000 bird species have been recorded, and it lies third on the African avian diversity list after DR Congo and Tanzania. This list includes the world’s two largest birds (common and Somali ostrich, now regarded as separate species) and its...Read More

 The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust does amazing work in Kenya for elephants who are poached for their tusks Kenya is one of the best places anywhere in Africa for ticking off the Big Five: lion, leopard, buffalo, elephant and rhino. A good short safari combination for those hoping to see all these charismatic creatures (and...Read More