Kenya is not only famous for its athletic prowess, but also classic savanna safaris. When you watch the big cat diaries on national geographic, think of Kenya as that is where it was shot.
What adds to the beauty of Kenya is the classic weather, the forests and open plains, the metropolis in the capital, the colorful tribal cultures and the amazingly friendly people. This makes Kenya top on the list of must visit places in Africa. There are so many fascinating places you can visit in Kenya and below are some of the top and most common visitor locations:
Masai Mara National Reserve
The Mara as it is locally known, had to be first on the list of places to visit in Kenya. It is considered one of the top tourist destinations in Kenya and East Africa since it is the most popular game park. The big cat diaries that airs on National Geographic was shot on location in Masai Mara. It is also home to one of the wonders of the world – the great wildebeest migration. No wonder any one visiting Kenya never want to leave without a glimpse of the Mara.
Lamu Island
Lamu island is one of the oldest living towns in Kenya and draws its beauty from the fact that it has managed to stay unspoiled and untouched by the mass tourism actives that hit it frequently. It has managed to retain the charm and beauty that has built up over centuries. What attracts visitors is the fact that Lamu has no roads or highways instead, there are alleys and footpaths and residents move on foot, or by boat and donkeys are used for transporting goods and materials.
Mt. Kenya
This happens to be the highest mountain in Kenya and the second highest in Africa after Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. It has a beautiful sight and the summit is usually crowned with snow. The slopes of Mt. Kenya is often covered with forest. This is the best for trekkers to visit. Most people count it as an achievement, to reach the summit, although it is a technical climb.
Malindi
Malindi is another coastal town that attracts many visitors, both local and foreign, It has coral reefs and beautiful people, coupled with friendly locals. If you are in the mood for water sports like surfing, snorkeling and deep sea diving, then Malindi is the place for you. There is also a Marine National park where you can see very colorful fish. There is also a domestic airport in Malindi which means you can take a direct flight there as opposed to taking a bus.
Nairobi National Park
Are you in Nairobi for just a while and would like to sample some of the African wild? You don’t need to drive down to the Mara. Nairobi National Park offers you the experience that you need. It is only a few minutes drive from the city center and only a fence separates the park from the metropolis. Though it is a small park, it boasts a large and varied wildlife population and is one of the most successful rhinoceros sanctuaries in Kenya.
When you visit Kenya, you can consider some of the above travel destinations to get a glimpse of what Kenya has to offer. There are so many other places to visit in Kenya, the above listed are just a sample of the most popular locations.