Is there a typical safari day? Well, yes and no. Your exact activities and explorations will depend on which Kenyan or Tanzanian parks you are visiting. A day on the savannahs of the Masai Mara won’t be quite the same as tracking wildlife through the forests of the Serengeti nor the discoveries you’ll make
Everyone has heard of East Africa’s outstanding national parks such as the Masai Mara and the Serengeti. But you may not be as familiar with the concept of conservancies – designated protected areas sprinkled throughout Kenya and Tanzania. These too are spaces where the land and wildlife are carefully sheltered from the onslaught
In a world of conflict, where hundreds of groups, nationalities, tribes, and clans live in an uneasy peace or outright hostility the small picturesque Tanzanian village of Mto Wa Mbu stands out as a hopeful nod to the future. Why? When you step into this colorful community of markets, workshops, banana plantations,
Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice Award 2023 This year, just as for the last several years, Africa Kenya Safaris has again won the coveted Trip Advisor Traveler’s Choice Award. You’ll see this distinctive award logo – the familiar and wise Trip Advisor Owl decked with laurel leaves – adorning our website. And we couldn’t
Think Africa is just about lions, elephants, and zebras? You’ll find an entire universe of colorful, fluttering winged creatures filling the skies, the trees, and the lakeshores on your safari. So why not take advantage of this natural treasure and fill your eyes with pelicans, eagles, starlings, doves, ibis, herons,
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. If you’ve gone on safari then you’re sure to have heard of Africa’s “Big Five” – lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. Safari goers love to “bag” sightings of these famous five as the beautiful
Do you know about Mombasa? It’s Kenya’s second-largest city, set on the coast overlooking the historic port waters of the Indian Ocean. It was on these ramparts that many groups, tribes, and nationalities – Arab, Asian, Indian, Swahili, and English – battled for centuries to control this gateway to the East.
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Sometimes technology works surprisingly well in the natural world, enhancing the environment and benefiting our wildlife friends. Such are the latest digital improvements in big game management and conservation, protecting our lions, cheetahs, and rhinos.
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Some places on the planet don’t seem to be of our world. They present landscapes so unfamiliar one would imagine they had landed on Mars… or perhaps with the otherworldly colors and atmosphere of Jupiter.
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Truthfully, Diani Beach is so clean, uncrowded, and luxuriously perfect that you may just want to soak up the sun, wade into the turquoise Indian Ocean and call it a day. That’s how soothing you’ll find these
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Say the words, ‘hunter-gatherer’ and time-worn images come to mind, of people in a far-off place, foraging the land thousands of years ago. But at Lake Eyasi in today’s northern Tanzania, you’ll find several hunter-gather tribes, living
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Picture this: The immense sprawling fields of the southern Serengeti. Now add thousands, no, tens of thousands of wildebeests, zebras, gazelles, and more. And… to these plains thick with wildlife add uncountable baby animals dropping into
Planning a climb on world-famous Mt. Kilimanjaro? There are quite a few routes up the highest mountain in Africa, some easier than others, some more scenic, and some just an incredible challenge only the most experienced would attempt. But let’s assume this is your first trek up the big hill, you’ll
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. You might not expect to learn great mysteries of early humankind’s physical and social development in the middle of Tanzania but that is exactly what the ancient ravines here have gifted us. The dramatic sediment
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Think the safari life is only about lions, leopards, elephants, and rhinos? There are so many unique moments awaiting you on our endless savannahs, rolling hills, and delightfully rich forests. One of our favorite African
We Answer Your Climbing Questions Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Mt. Kenya and Mt. Kilimanjaro, the two tallest mountains in Africa. Does just the mere mention of these world-famous peaks set your mind spinning with fantasies of an ascending adventure, scaling the
Do you know about Diani Beach? It’s nestled on Kenya’s world-class coastline – clean, uncrowded, and easily one of the finest beaches in Africa. It’s the perfect lazing-about spot before or apres safari. The scene here is fun, active (if you want to be), international, and hungry. That’s why we’ve come up with
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Headed to Kenya for your safari? You’ll probably be landing at Jomo Kenyatta Airport in Nairobi and we will be there to welcome you. Our new airport kiosk is called Safari Gateway because it’s your portal to
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. If you’ve never been on safari you probably have visions of cheetahs racing off in the distance, lions seen from afar, and elephants at a great remove… at some far-off watering hole. The reality of
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Kenya isn’t just the perfect place for safaris… its beaches are world-class. And amongst its 1,420 km or 882 miles of coastline, Diani Beach is considered Kenya’s most pristine swath of golden sand. Voted three times Africa’s
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. You may have never heard of it but the wildebeest birthing season happening throughout the great reaches of the Serengeti Park is an explosive spectacle. Picture uncountable newborn wildebeests dropping into the lush fields –
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Not every African safari takes place in a 4 x 4 Jeep. You can find yourself on a walking safari, a biking safari, a sailing safari, or even a horseback riding safari. But probably one
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. What do all of life’s special moments have in common? They are all a celebration of some kind. And when we celebrate, we want to mark the moment in some unforgettable way, in some unforgettable
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. There is another type of African safari you can take part in that’s a bit unusual… one where the emphasis isn’t so much on the wildlife as it is on the landscapes – specifically the
Should I even go on a safari to Africa? Is it safe? Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. For most folks, Africa is a long trip away, on a continent that can seem quite unfamiliar. It’s not surprising that one would
Welcome to perhaps the most unique wildlife park in the world. Why unique? Just a quick hop from downtown Nairobi you can find yourself in a true wildlife park, with lions, rhinos, buffalo, cheetah, hyena, and more. Here in this national park, you can see wild giraffes loping through the
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. On all African Kenya Safaris, you’ll get up close to the wildlife, perhaps closer than you even expected. Still, you’ll probably want to get even tighter views of a nearby lion or that leopard overhead
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. One little-known fact about an African safari vacation is you can personalize your adventure to suit your style, your desires, and your budget. Want to experience your natural world lux a la mode? There’s no
When you think of going on safari, more than likely the beautiful forests and savannahs of East Africa are what come to mind. And, of all East Africa’s safari lands, no other countries offer more variety of safari experiences and wildlife than Kenya and Tanzania. Each has built up an
“I want to give them memories they will cherish for the rest of their life.”, says veteran safari guide, Daniel Musyoki, who says he’s only happy when his clients are happy. To that end, Daniel is up every safari day at 4:30 am to prepare for his guests who he
Any time of year is the perfect time to plan your warm weather safari, and beach getaway. Besides offering incredible safaris, both Kenya and Tanzania are home to some of the best beaches in East Africa, if not the world. Imagine going on safari to world-famous wildlife parks like the
It’s been said that the heart of your African safari is… the heart of your African safari guide. Is he knowledgeable about wildlife and the land? Does he know just where to find that pride of lions or an elusive leopard seen prowling in the area? But just as importantly,
You’ve heard of it. You think you know where it is. And what it is. But do you? Let’s take a dive into this string of paradise islands off the eastern coast of Tanzania and see what makes them so mysterious and magical. A visit here is a journey back
Maybe your idea of an African safari is an adventurous road trip – racking up the miles, kicking back to some tunes, and watching the world go by, on your way to your next wildlife park. Or, perhaps you see yourself boarding a light aircraft and winging your way over
Kenya is famous for its great herds of elephants and millions of migrating wildebeests. Neighboring Tanzania is famous for its unlimited flocks of pink flamingoes and unending plains filled with thousands of lions. Wouldn’t it be ideal to go on an African safari that combined the best of these two
The rhino may be the most curious of all the wildlife creatures with its large, squat body and huge centered horn protruding from its head. And though it may look fierce, the rhinoceros is actually quite shy and is nocturnal as well. In fact, you can visit several wildlife parks
Who says you have to make a huge time commitment to go on safari? If you are in Nairobi Kenya, then you are ready to venture out in all directions for some outstanding one-day Africa safaris. We’ll hit the road early in a customized pop-top 4 x 4 Land Cruiser
An African safari. Even the thought of such an adventure hums with excitement and possibilities… and a dash of glamour. Is a safari to Africa only meant for the wealthy or the well-off? How about ordinary folks who want to step outside their usual day-to-day and get a taste of
You’ve thought about it. You planned and saved for it. And now it’s time for that next exciting step – contacting us and booking your African safari vacation! So take a deep breath and call us (you can use our Whatsapp number). One of our friendly, expert travel advisors will
For many, it’s an exotic dream of mystery and adventure in a far-away land. Filled with impossible images of lions, giraffes, and elephants on a golden, magical Savanah. It’s a someday wish wrapped up in distant hopes. But for others, a safari to Africa’s wildlife parks is a yearly getaway
Who doesn’t like to take off on a road trip? You just plan your journey, grab your gear, and then sit back, taking in the adventures you encounter on the open road. Now imagine going on the safari road in Africa, where real adventure was born. Picture yourself on the
Why unbelievable? You’ve never seen anything like it – just ten minutes from downtown Nairobi, a bustling world-class city with gleaming glass skyscrapers, you’ll find yourself amongst roaming lions, buffalo, giraffe, and rhinos in a true African safari wildlife park. This park is not some city zoo. It’s the real
Let’s face it, all safaris are fun – full of the wonder and adventure that comes with exploring our beautiful natural world. But there’s also other enjoyable aspects that come naturally to our short group tours. At Africa Kenya Safaris, all our tours are high-end, with attention to detail, a
The incredible and colorful wildlife you’ll see on safari just calls out to be photographed. The drama of the natural world so close to you is something most haven’t experienced. You’ll want to save these moments. What better way than through photography to memorialize these fantastic and often, life-changing experiences.
Usually, we plan our African safari adventure with months to spare, weighing every option and possibility, and pouring over maps and guidebooks. But other times life throws us a curve and we might find ourselves in Nairobi or at the Kenya Coast with the time and desire to go on
Picture this: Dozens of waist-high baby elephants charging in from their morning walk in the fields. Running, trumpeting, and sometimes stumbling they form an adorable stampede. Their object of desire? Dozens of green-smocked handlers, each holding a giant-sized baby bottle. It’s feeding time at the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, also known
Here’s a way to pack more wildlife time and less road time into your African safari adventure – take one of our flight safaris. From Nairobi or the coast, you can board one of the regular daily flights heading to our national parks. You’ll touch down at a convenient airstrip
Want to add more thrills to your African safari? To bring it to a level most adventurers only dream about? There is a unique way you can get off the beaten path… literally. And venture into the bush, leaving the other tourists behind. In this special safari mode, you can
African Safaris aren’t just lions, leopards, and elephants. Along Kenya’s stunning coast and in its colorful marine parks you can watch and even swim alongside pods of friendly dolphins. We’ve set up a full-day excursion for you, sailing aboard an authentic dhow on the clear waters of the Indian Ocean.
At Africa Kenya Safaris we love all our tours… but of course, we have our favorites – those journeys that capture a special place or moment. Our adventures range from an afternoon outing to a grand expedition lasting over a week. No matter your time frame, budget, or special wishes
Say the word ‘safari’ and you’ll most likely picture lions, elephants, and giraffes stalking the golden plains of Africa. But here’s another image for your safari imagination: colorful coral reefs filled with thousands of iridescent tropical fish, sea turtles, dolphins, and sharks. You see, not all African safaris are land-based.
Sometimes the biggest African safari surprises are off the beaten path. The majority of Kenya safari tours head to the south of the country for the big plains and savannahs but you just might want to take a turn northward. There, you’ll be rewarded with the sweeping vistas and awesome
Not all Kenya’s parks are spread out on the savannah, with their stampeding wildebeests and marauding lions. Some, like Aberdare National Park, are cool, up-country forests – a place of mountain lakes, streams, and waterfalls where you might find elephants and giant antelope emerging from the woods. The weather is cool,
In Mombasa the drama of its history rises from its foundations – the blend of Arabic, Portuguese, Asian, and Swahili cultures fill the streets and inspire the look of the city’s structures. This is a truly international port in the old sense of the word. Throughout the centuries, waves of
Lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, rhinos…. and 4 x 4 Jeeps. Can you imagine going on a safari without one? There’s a reason we’ve come to associate wild animal tracking in Africa with the utility, tradition, and sturdy form of the Jeep. You’ve certainly seen images of this ubiquitous vehicle in
Perhaps you’ve seen photos or video of the Maasai people on the plains of Africa, wrapped in their bright shukas – the vibrant reds and purples of the woven cloth contrasting with the ochres and golds of the savannah. The men stand tall while the women adorned with colorful beaded
Think you know all about Kenya’s national parks with their great expanse of plains, savannah, and rolling hills? Come to Shimba Hills to discover a different sort of landscape and wildlife experience. Imagine a rainforest not far from the Kenya coast, where offshore breezes waft through woodlands and rich green forests. This
We all love a guarantee – whether it’s the promise of a wonderful time, a special treat, or an exciting surprise. And that’s no different when going on an Africa safari. We want to be assured that we’re going to see exactly the wildlife we set out to see. But
Can you imagine a safari without lions? We can’t. That’s why at Africa Kenya Safaris, we specialize in bringing our guests to the best parks for spotting prides of lions. Sure, these Kenya wildlife parks offer safari-goers close views of elephants, giraffes, rhinos, zebras, and dozens more wild species. But
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. They are some of the oldest and definitely the largest wildlife parks in Kenya. Tsavo East National Park and Tsavo West National Park will bring you up close to all kinds of natural surprises and wonders: Lions without manes Unexpected
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. You’ve decided this is the year… finally, you are going on safari. Or… you are returning to Africa for another incredible safari. Good choice. So what are you going to be looking for in your
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. What’s more fun than going on an Africa safari in Kenya? Going on that special safari and finishing up at the fabulous Kenya coast. Many safari-goers don’t even know that Kenya is blessed with a
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Picture an Africa safari and you’ll see a 4 x 4 Jeep rumbling over a sunlit savannah tracking for lion, cheetah, elephants, rhinos, and more. But now imagine a different sort of adventure, one where
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Dreaming of getting away to a world of golden savannahs, dense riverine woods, or rolling hills dotted with photogenic acacia trees? Where you can see lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras as close as if you were
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. The “Big 5” safari animals are the standouts of any Africa safari, the wildlife that for many define what a journey to the savannah is all about. We’re talking about the iconic and wild forms
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Perhaps not the best-known park in Kenya but possibly the most varied, Ol Pejeta is the reserve closest to Nairobi where you can spot all of Africa’s “Big Five” wildlife. But along with the big
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. We often hear the word ‘ecotourism’ thrown about, especially when we are planning our travels, and even more so when thinking about going on an Africa safari. So, what exactly is ecotourism and why should
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Welcome back to practical packing tips to make your Africa safari more fun, enjoyable, and healthy. You already know to keep valuables, electronics, and medicines with you. And you know that safaris are casual –
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Welcome back to How to Customize Your Safari – Part 2. As we pointed out in Part 1, the way you customize your safari all depends on your likes, your taste, your dreams… and your
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Believe it or not, your Africa Safari suddenly becomes real when you start packing for your adventure. You’ll be imagining yourself in different scenes: on game drives, framing your camera to catch a big cat,
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Imagine a wildlife area that is off the beaten path, that’s hardly touristed at all but offers intense wildlife sightings. Now add to this, the option to engage in activities like off-road tracking, night safaris,
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Just as wildlife comes in all shapes and sizes, so do safari-goers, with their unique wishes, dreams, desires, and interests. Some are attracted to the big game, yet others are thrilled to just sidle up
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Think of Kenya and images of safaris come to mind – big cats prowling the savannah, vast groups of wildebeests streaming across the Mara River, and mighty herds of elephants proudly marching past towering Mt.
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Brilliant sunsets, herds of glistening gazelles, diamond beaches, and luxury safari lodges – could a place be any more romantic? Or a better spot for a honeymoon? Kenya is becoming the new retreat for newlyweds
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. There’s nothing else on the planet quite like it. Wildebeests by the thousands, then the tens of thousands, and ultimately by the millions, flooding in from the Serengeti, over the Mara River, and into the
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. What’s more natural than children and animals? Visit any zoo and you’ll see kids’ natural affinity for our four-legged and winged creatures. Now imagine taking your family on safari to view all sorts of wildlife
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Hear the word ‘safari’ and you’re sure to picture images of Kenya’s National Parks – thousands of herding wildebeests in the Masai Mara; the famous Tsavo Lions at Tsavo East and Tsavo West; and great trains of elephants parading by
Listen to an audio version of this blog post! Just press the play button below. Lions, leopards, elephants, giraffes, hippos, rhinos, and more. Everyone wants to go on safari. But imagine adding a world-class beach to your safari vacation. How about starting or finishing your holiday on the world-class Kenya
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