Kenya Safari adventure Experiences are part of Journeys of Discovery that a number of adventure lovers embark on. This East African country is diverse and among the leading African Safari destinations. Even though most famous for wildlife especially the wildebeest migration in Masai Mara, Kenya still has a lot to offer. It is this diversity that makes Kenya Safari Adventure Experiences remarkable and outstanding.
This is the best time to start planning your Kenya Safari adventure Experiences for the coming year. The 2024 Kenya Safari calendar is open and at Discovery Journeys we customize safaris to exquisite destinations. Below are highlights of Kenya Safari adventure experiences with some recommendations of places you can visit.
Masai Mara tops the list of the must-visit Kenya Safari destinations. The reserve is located about a 5 to 6-hour drive from Nairobi Kenya’s Capital city. Masai Mara is home to 4 of savannas’ big five mammals, big cats, carnivores, birds, and common herbivores. Some of the commonly seen animals here include elephants, lions, zebras, wildebeest, Thompson gazelles, and buffaloes among others. Game drives, guided nature walks, and balloon safaris are among the major Kenya Safari activities done here.
Samburu National Reserve is another exclusive destination we recommend on a Kenya Safari Adventure. Samburu differs from other Kenya Safari destinations and has wildlife species that do not occur anywhere else. The reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk are some of the species that live in Samburu and not other protected areas. Both the Grevy’s zebra and common zebras are also present here. Other common Safari animals here include elephants, hippos, and leopards among others.
You cannot talk about Kenya Safari adventures and fail to mention the safari encounters of Amboseli National Park. Amboseli is the best place in East Africa to see elephants. Herds of these are often seen on game drives grazing in the open savanna vegetation. Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest mountain can also best be seen in Amboseli. Kenya Safari adventure experiences here are rewarding and a Must do when on a Kenya expeditions.
Kenya Safari Packages
We have customized packages featuring the top Kenya safari destinations. Our 3-Day Masai Mara Safari is a great option for those with limited time but would love to explore Masai Mara. The 5-Day Kenya Safari is a wildlife and birding safari option. It includes a visit to Masai Mara for the wildebeest migration and overall savanna experiences. The Safari tour ends with a visit to Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha for birding and other wildlife viewing.
Our 10-day Kenya safari is the ultimate Kenya safari experience. It features Masai Mara, Amboseli, Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha.
Accommodation Options
There is a wide range of accommodation options you can choose from on your Kenya safari adventure expeditions. Depending on your budget, you can stay in a camp, a safari lodge, or a high-end tented camp. Kenya has some of the most luxurious safari lodges in the region though a little expensive.
Whether you choose to stay in a budget or luxury accommodation facility, you will surely enjoy your Kenya Safari adventure. Many of them are strategically located within or near the leading safari destinations and you can therefore easily access your preferred destinations for the scheduled activities. These facilities prepare both local and international cuisine and everyone is therefore well catered for interns of meals.
We recommend a stay of at least 2 nights at any accommodation facility to maximize your chances of wildlife and cultural enjoyment.
Best time for Kenya Safari Adventures
Kenya Safari adventures are possible throughout the year but for the best experiences, it is better to visit in the dry season. The dry season spans from June to September and from January to Early March. In the dry season, there are minimal rainfall disturbances and a number of activities can easily be executed.
Safari photography is an important part of safari experiences but the best photography moments are had in the dry season. The best natural light for safari photography is in the morning and evening and way better when it does not rain.
The dry months however also double as the peak tourist season and a number of lodges get fully booked. We recommend you book in advance to avoid missing out on some best strategically located lodges.
The wet months even though with rains are still good times to Visit Kenya. The rains favor the growth of lush vegetation and water supply and a number of animals do not go far looking for water. With this, you can easily spot them and a number of migratory birds as it is the time they are in the region. Some lodges also give discounts in the wet months so you can have that advantage when visiting at that time.
Other Discovery Journeys Destinations
Kenya even though magical and diverse is not the only great Discovery Journeys adventure destination. The neighboring Tanzania is among the top contenders for classic safari experiences. Southern Tanzania offers exclusive Discovery Journey moments including fishing expeditions. Our 5-day Fishing Safari in the south is unique and also features a safari in Nyerere National Park.
In case you are interested in the northern circuit we still got you covered. The 9 Days Tanzania Safari features the top four destinations in Northern Tanzania. These include Tarangire National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Ndutu Conservancy, and Serengeti National Park.
Away from the savanna experiences, you can enjoy lowland gorilla trekking in Kahuzi Biega National Park. The park is located in Eastern DRC southern Kivu area and it is the only place where you can see eastern lowland gorillas. The East African region also has mountain gorillas in Uganda, Rwanda, and Virunga National Park in the Northern Kivu region of eastern DRC. Virunga National Park is currently closed because of insecurity issues though. The other gorilla trekking national parks in Uganda and Rwanda are open and you can visit them.
The 3 Days Rwanda Tour and the 7 Days Uganda Primates and wildlife safari are among our top primate sellers. Contact Us for more information.
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