In Kenya, you will have an exciting holiday that you will live to remember. Its famous for it’s wildlife watching sites and beautiful photo shooting. Kenya is however the original and authentic wildlife safari destination as described the early European Hunters. You will have a chance to see a variety of wild animals, bird life and also insect life, all sustained in their respective ecology. Above all, you will be delighted to see the five big wild animals on the ground and the big animals below the Indian Ocean. Take a tour to Lake Nakuru and have a spectacular view of millions flamingo birds.
Lake Turkana, the largest desert lake in the world is the main attraction in the arid northeastern region of Kenya. Enclosed by lava beds and extinct volcanoes, Lake Turkana is adjacent to the Kenya-Ethiopia border and has an interesting history. Koobi Fora in the Sibiloi National Park on the northeastern shores of the lake is often referred to as the cradle of mankind. The site is a literal hotbed for fossils including a three million year old giant turtle and the remains of a three million year old hominid. The region is ideal for bird watching, fishing as well as other water sports.
Many miles away from the arid northeastern region, the central Kenya region has numerous tourist attractions but Mount Kenya seems to overshadow them all. At a height of 5199 meters, the mountain is the tallest peak in Kenya – and the second tallest mountain of Africa. Mount Kenya is regarded as a sacred mountain among the tribes that dwell on its foothills. The mountain has snowcapped summits that can be seen from miles away in the plains. Plant life on Mount Kenya varies with height meaning that the species at the foothills is different from the species at the glaciers. You will be able to spot 13 different species of plants on Mount Kenya.
Many tourists acknowledge the fact that the national parks and game reserves of Kenya are the country’s premier safari destinations. Masai Mara is easily the most popular and most sought after national park in Kenya. Situated on the Kenya-Tanzania border, Masai Mara is renowned for the Great Wildebeest Migration that occurs around July every year. The event sees thousands – at times millions- of wildebeest migrating from the neighbouring Serengeti National park in Tanzania in search for better pastures. The reverse migration occurs around October and November. The Masai Mara is a must for everyone planning a safari to Kenya.
Jackline Mwathe Is A Tour Operator And Has Been Organizing And Reporting On Kenya Vacation, Travel And Tours For Years. For more information on Kenya Tourism, visit Kenya Holiday.
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