Masai Mara National Reserve
Region: Narok County
Natural
World-class safari area where over one million wildebeest participate in the Great Migration.
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Tourist attractions
Amboseli National Park
Region: Kajiado County
Natural
Famous for spectacular views of giant elephant herds against the backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Nairobi National Park
Region: Nairobi County
Natural
Urban safari where giraffes and lions can be seen with high-rise buildings in the background.
Mount Kenya National Park
Region: Kirinyaga County
Natural heritage
UNESCO World Heritage site at 5,199m with glaciers and alpine vegetation. A mountaineering and trekking sanctuary.
Lamu Old Town
Region: Lamu Island
Cultural heritage
Swahili cultural center with coral stone alleyways. UNESCO World Heritage site.
Lake Turkana National Parks
Region: Turkana County
Natural heritage
World''s largest desert lake and fossil treasure. Important site for human origins research.
Lake Nakuru National Park
Region: Nakuru County
Natural
Known for flamingos that turn the lake surface pink.
Hell''s Gate National Park
Region: Nakuru County
Natural
Adventure park where lava pillars and canyons can be toured by bicycle.
Mombasa Old Town
Region: Mombasa County
Cultural
Port city with Arab and Swahili history centered on Portuguese Fort Jesus.
Diani Beach
Region: Kwale County
Natural
Premier Indian Ocean resort with white sand and turquoise waters.
Suggested itineraries
Classic Safari and Beach 7 Days
Duration (days): 7
Highlights: Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Nairobi, Mombasa Beach
Standard course targeting the Big Five with three safari nights, ending leisurely at an Indian Ocean resort.
Highland Trekking and Cultural Experience 10 Days
Duration (days): 10
Highlights: Mount Kenya Summit, Eldoret Highland Running Experience, Lamu Old Town, Lake Turkana Festival
Active plan trekking alpine vegetation zones with sunrise viewing near the summit, combined with northern tribal culture.
Travel tips
- Yellow fever vaccination certificate (Yellow Card) may be required upon entry
- Dry seasons (June–October, January–February) are optimal for wildlife viewing and travel
- M-Pesa is convenient for taxi fares and meal payments
- Use banks or authorized exchange offices for currency exchange; avoid street exchangers
- Avoid solo walking at night, even in major cities
- Strong UV rays at high altitudes require sunscreen
- Follow guide instructions in national parks and do not exit vehicles without permission
- Drone photography requires prior authorization
- Tap water is not potable; purchase bottled water
- Tipping is not mandatory but 10% is customary for restaurants and safari guides
- Eco-bags mandatory; plastic bag importation is subject to fines
- Safaricom counters at the airport offer easy and affordable official SIM cards
- Be considerate of eating during Ramadan daylight hours in coastal areas with many Muslims
- Domestic LCCs make travel to Mombasa and Lamu Island quick
- Capital elevation is around 1,800m with cool mornings and evenings requiring jackets