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Kenya travel guides

Ever popular with safari goers, Kenya’s visitors are attracted by the lure of the Big Five which can be viewed in some of Africa’s best known reserves, whilst the opportunity to explore lesser-visited areas keep people coming back time and time again.

Our Kenya travel guides offer information and advice on how to make the most of your trip, including how and where to spot the Big Five, the advantages of traveling in the country’s green season and enjoying a safari from a hot air balloon. Plenty of family-friendly lodges and the chance to learn about Maasai culture makes Kenya an excellent destination for families, while plush safari camps and beach retreats are ideal for those looking for luxury.

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Ideas for how to explore Kenya

Our travel guides share our specialists' passion and knowledge for Kenya. We travel here regularly to discover new experiences, explore untried areas and dig deeper into the better-known places and attractions. At the same time, we gather advice and up-to-date information on the best-quality guides, new hotels and restaurants, and the most memorable forms of transportation.

  • Typical day on safari
    Game drive with Shenton Safaris

    Typical day on safari

    Typical day on safari

    A typical day on safari essentially revolves around the need to see the wildlife at its most active. It usually follows a similar routine with slight variations between destinations and seasons.

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  • Combining Kenya & Tanzania: 4 multi-destination trip
    Serengeti hot-air balloon safari

    Combining Kenya & Tanzania: 4 multi-destination trip

    Combining Kenya & Tanzania: 4 multi-destination trip

    Explore the Masai Mara and the Serengeti in a single trip. Pair Kenya’s wildlife with a Tanzania island retreat. Or take an extended trip to see more of East Africa’s animals. Specialist Arista shares her top trip ideas for a combining Kenya and Tanzania.

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  • Family safaris in Kenya
    Lion cubs in the Masai Mara

    Family safaris in Kenya

    Family safaris in Kenya

    On a tailor-made family safari in Kenya, your children can learn about Maasai culture, the 'Little Five' and how to track animals. The country is home to some wonderful family-friendly camps and lodges which our country specialists can include in your family itinerary.

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  • The Big Five in Kenya
    Rhino mother and calf, Laikipia

    The Big Five in Kenya

    The Big Five in Kenya

    Home of the Masai Mara and Lewa Wilderness Conservancy, you'll have countless opportunities to spot the Big Five in Kenya. With a range of first-class lodges, you can embark on traditional game drives and walking safaris in search of these magnificent animals.

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  • Kenya safaris: the Masai Mara and beyond
    Elephant in the Masai Mara

    Kenya safaris: the Masai Mara and beyond

    Kenya safaris: the Masai Mara and beyond

    The thunder of wildebeests in the Masai Mara, the peaceful silence of the bush in Samburu National Reserve, and wildlife drives in the shadow of Kilimanjaro in Amboseli National Park... Kenya boasts some of the world’s best safari experiences.

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  • Kenya luxury vacations
    Giraffe Manor, Nairobi

    Kenya luxury vacations

    Kenya luxury vacations

    If you're planning a luxury vacation in Kenya we have a wide range of accommodations available, from sumptuous safari camps to exquisite beach retreats. Our Country Specialists have experienced these properties first-hand and are on hand to help you pick.

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  • Kenya honeymoons
    Lion cubs

    Kenya honeymoons

    Kenya honeymoons

    The adventure and romance of a Kenya safari, coupled with the outstanding camps and lodges on offer, appeals to many honeymooners. Africa specialist Mark outlines the best honeymoon experiences in the country, from sunrise hot air balloon rides to secluded beach relaxation.

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  • Visiting Kenya in green season
    Giraffe in the Lekurruki Group Ranch, Kenya

    Visiting Kenya in green season

    Visiting Kenya in green season

    Kenya’s green seasons take place during the ‘short rains’ in November, and either side of the ‘long rains’ that fall in April and May. In these months, you’ll see the bush at its most verdant and have the wildlife largely to yourself during a more cost-effective time to visit the country.

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