Kenya Tourism Attractions

Kenya is a darling for travelers who come here to visit the geographical attractions, great wildlife Parks and Game Reserves plus the historical settings. The country takes pride in its several beautiful beaches along its Indian Ocean coastline offering absolute venues for a beach holiday, It boasts with an impressive 12 National Game Parks, the easiest of which to visit being Nairobi National Park (Kenya’s first established game park) due to its strategic location just outside the city centre.

The country’s tourism industry has grown by leaps and bounds over the years. In fact, today it is one of the most exciting and sought after vacation destinations in Africa.

Earlier it was only the adventure freaks and wildlife enthusiasts who made a beeline for this amazing country. However, things have changed now as even leisure seekers have started looking at Kenya as a unique vacation destination to visit.

Kenya Tourist Attractions

About150km from Nairobi centre is the majestic Mount Kenya and Mount Kenya National Park -the highest mountain in Kenya at 5,199m and the third highest in the whole of Africa Adding more variety to Kenya’s landscape is the vast and arid northwestern region of the country that is an interesting place to explore.

An interesting mix of varied geographical features, Kenya never fails to amaze its visitors. Home to some of the most amazing Wildlife sanctuaries, Kenya also boasts of grand lakes in Victoria and Naivasha. The Rift Valley where the first evidence of proto humans was found is also located in Kenya.

Another boost to the Kenya tourism industry is its rich wildlife populace- the Masai Mara National Reserve just a case in point – undoubtedly the most famous of National Park in the country, located in the south west. Its fame is derived from the vast amount of animals concentrated into a relatively small space with the “Big Five” all staying here including the lion, buffalo, leopard, elephant, and rhinoceros. Others are zebra, giraffe, cheetah and hippo. Therefore, if you have come to Africa to experience its wild outdoors, Masai Mara National Park dictates a must stop visit to the Great Migration of the wildebeest. It’s why a trip to Kenya without indulging in a wildlife safari is considered incomplete.

Kenya truly has lots to offer in terms of tourist attractions. So what are you waiting for? Just get in touch with us today and get ready to explore a whole new world that beckons you with its pristine char.

Kenya Popular Tourist Sites

  • Gedi Ruins- this is a wonderful city situated in the depths of Arabuko Sokoke forest. It is another great Kenyan tourism treasure yet to be discovered.
  • Karen Blixen Museum – this museum is a must see on a Kenya safari. 
  • Nairobi National Museum – here you will discover a lot more about Kenya’s history and culture.
  • Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage located near Nairobi National Park is an orphanage for Elephant Calves and Rhinos from all over Kenya. It offers exciting wildlife info about Kenya’s Elephants.
  • The Giraffe Center
  • Fort Jesus – Fort Jesus in Mombasa is another great historical interesting site to spend a day on Kenya Holidays while exploring the gun turrets, battlements and houses within the walls.
  • Mombasa Haller Park
  • The Haller Wildlife Park

Leave a Reply

You must be logged in to post a comment.

African destination guide