Would you like to see the greatest migration on earth, get up close and personal with the big five, soak up the sights of Mount Kilimanjaro, or maybe just laze by the idyllic Indian Ocean? These spectacular sights are what Kenya has to offer the adventurous honeymooner, plus much more!
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Situated in the east of Africa, Kenya lies on the equator giving it a year round warm climate. With over 50 wildlife reserves, and amazing unspoilt beaches it is easy to see why Kenya attracts millions of visitors each year. It is a country rich in wildlife, culture, history, beauty and very welcoming people.
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Safari
Of course you couldn’t visit Kenya without going on a safari. The word safari means ‘journey’ in Swahili, Kenya’s national language, and what a memorable journey you will go on. During July and August the wildebeest, zebra and gazelle migrate from the dry plains of the Serengeti to the lush grasslands of the Maasai Mara. Along their journey they have to encounter crocodile infested rivers and dodge hungry lions, leopards, cheetahs and hyenas all wanting them to be their dinner!
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The Great Migration
The Maasai Mara National Reserve is the most famous game reserve in the world and truly will make your safari dreams come true. This is where you will be able to view the incredible annual wildebeest migration, rolling grasslands and wide open savannah and is also where the BBC’s ‘Big Cat Diary’ has been filmed since 1996.
Amboseli is one of Kenya’s most popular safari destinations with the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro as your backdrop. You will find the greatest number of big game here than anywhere else in Africa including over 1000 elephants, buffalo, lions and hippos.
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If you travel to the north of Kenya you will discover Samburu National Reserve which is less crowded and offers a unique safari experience. Because of its dry landscape it is home to ‘dry country’ animals which are rarely seen outside the park, including long-necked gerenuk, gazelle and reticulated giraffe.
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Maasai tribe
The Kenya Lakes is home to the Great Rift Valley, a geological phenomenon which is visible from the moon! The amazing lakes are a hotspot for hippos, over 400 species of birds and at Lake Nakuru over one million flamingos. Wildlife surrounding the lakes includes leopards, lions and both black and white rhino.
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Beach of Maldini courtesy of Kuoni
Beach
Of course, you can always add a few days by the sea during your visit to Kenya with its amazing coastline and the azure blue Indian Ocean. There are several destinations along the 300 mile coast which all offer superb four and five star resorts with beautiful white sand beaches and the opportunity to go diving in the Indian Ocean, with a paradise of dazzling coral and fish.
Facts
Climate
Kenya is warm all year round thanks to its position on the equator. It can be cold in the morning and at night, so warm clothing is required. January until March is generally dry, the first of two rainy seasons from April to June and again October to December. The rainfall is quite often heavy but not prolonged. The hottest months are February and March, whilst the coldest are July and August.
Key Events
Between July and October: The annual wildebeest migration from the Serengeti to the Maasai Mara.
November: Mombasa Carnival.
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