The end-of-year holidays are around the corner, and this is the best time to plan your Kenya Vacation safari. Kenya is an African safari giant popular for its wildlife density and diversity. The country lies within the tropics with incredible weather all year round.
December presents the most anticipated Christmas holidays when many desire to take on exclusive Discovery Journeys. Such getaways enable one to relax and reconnect with nature before getting back to the work schedule in the new year. The best safari getaways are experienced in Africa with Kenya topping the list.
There are several Kenya Vacation safari destinations you can opt for, and these are the most recommended ones.
Amboseli
Amboseli is a prominent Kenya Vacation Safari destination located in southern Kenya, about a 3-hour drive from Nairobi. It covers an area of 392 square kilometers of open savanna grasslands, swamps, and other unique ecosystems.
Amboseli is home to four Big Five Mammals, including lions, leopards, Elephants, and buffaloes. Giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and hippos are also present and commonly seen. It is also home to over 420 bird species, with notable ones including flamingos, pelicans, grey-crowned cranes, and the African Jacana.
Elephants in Amboseli National Park stand out because of their long tusks. Journeying with these large mammals makes the best moments of your Kenya Vacation safari to Amboseli. Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain, is best seen in Amboseli. Nothing beats a game drive experience with a backdrop of the snow-capped mountain peak.
Amboseli is best explored on game drives, nature walks, balloon safaris, birding journeys, and cultural tours. A 3 to 4-night stay is ideal for exploring the park. Our 3-day Amboseli safari is short but a good option to consider when on a tight schedule.
Kilifi
Kilifi is a historical Kenya coastal town located about 56 kilometers northeast of Mombasa, Kenya’s coastal city. It is strategically situated on Kilifi Creek and sits on the Goshi River mouth. Kilifi’s location makes it exclusive and among the best Kenya Vacation safari destinations.
Its white sand beaches make it outstanding. They are ideal for beach holidays, destination weddings, and wellness travel experiences like Yoga by the ocean. You can explore the areas of early Asian and European settlements including the ruins of Mnarani that date back to the 14th century.
On Kenya vacation safari expeditions to Kilifi, you can also explore the marine wildlife along the Indian Ocean. This includes diving with dolphins at Kisite Mpuguti Marine Park, snorkeling, coral reef explorations, and ocean cruises in dhows that take you back in time.
Masai Mara
Masai Mara is a leading Kenya vacation safari destination because of its unique experiences. Situated in southern Kenya, Masai Mara comprises an open savanna ecosystem that stretches to the Kenya-Tanzania border. Masai Mara and Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park have an immense ecosystem home to several wildlife species including the Big Five Mammals.
Masai Mara is most famous for the wildebeest migration that involves millions of wildebeests, gazelles, and zebras. These move from Serengeti to Masai Mara in search of fresh pastures. The wildebeest migration is a journey of life and death as the migrating herds encounter the lands’ deadliest predators, including lions and crocodiles. Witnessing the migration alone is an epic Kenya Vacation safari experience.
The wildebeest migration experience is more intense as you witness predator hunts and river crossings. Such safari adventures are ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and photographers seeking unique wildlife moments.
Masai Mara is home to several birds, including scavengers that rely on dead carcasses left behind by predators. On Kenya vacation safari tours to Masai Mara, expect to see these and much more.
Mount Kenya Region
The Mount Kenya region is exclusive, offering adventurous Kenya vacation safari experiences. Mount Kenya has an elevation of 5,199 meters, making it the second-highest point in Africa after Mount Kilimanjaro. It has several unique landscapes and glaciers, making mountain climbing more enjoyable.
Mount Kenya can also be explored on extreme sports like Mountain and heli biking and other off-road Discovery Journeys. A visit to the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy is recommended to explore the region’s rich wildlife and conservation journey.
The conservancy inspires to preserve and protect nature’s beauty and wildlife, focusing on endangered species. It has a conservation program aiming at breeding and rewilding the critically endangered Mountain Bongos. Mountain Bongos are antelope species endemic to the montane forests in Kenya. The Conservancy is the best place to see them and other safari animals. Kenya vacation safari experiences in such destinations are educational and sustainable as you learn the best ways to preserve the ecosystem.
Tsavo
Tsavo is Kenya’s largest protected area, covering 22,000 square Kilometers of open savanna wilderness. It was divided into the Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Park because of its vast size. Tsavo East National Park is famous for its beautiful landscapes including the Yatta Plateau, the World’s longest lava flow.
Other unique landscapes in the park include Mudanda Rock, a 1.6-kilometer isolated rock outcrop that acts as a water catchment area.
Tsavo West National Park has a rich wildlife diversity, and it is best to explore for large safari animals, including elephants. You can combine a visit to the two national parks for a more enjoyable Kenya vacation safari. Our 6-day Magical Kenya safari features the two and Amboseli National Park.
We recommend an addon to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest and Volcanoes National Park for the best primate trekking adventures featuring mountain gorilla trekking. Mgahinga Gorilla Park in southwestern Uganda is another incredible gorilla trekking destination to consider.
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