Jun 24 2010
Attractions in Kenya Worth Visiting While on Safari
Kenya is one of the largest tourism destinations in Africa spreading across 580,367km2. At the time when tourism is at its peak, more than 1.8 million foreign tourists visit annually. These tourists are the countrys best earner of foreign exchange. Kenya has numerous tourist destinations but there are few unique ones that stand out above the rest.
Home to the 7th wonder of the world, the 1530km2 Maasai Mara National reserve hosts the world famous wildebeests migration spectacle from July and November. Global tourists pitch camp adjacent the crossing point and wait for days to see the wildebeest cross the crocodile infested Mara River particularly because of its raucous nature.
The Maasai Mara features all the Big Five wildlife that is the rhino, buffalo, lion, leopard and elephant.Mara River and Esoit Oloololo escarpment are the best places to witness these wildlives. Tour companies, offer hot air balloon excursions for tourists, to allow viewing of the natural proceedings of the grassy open plains, from birds eye view. When organising a tour, one can opt for a Kenya budget tour or lodge based tour.
Lake Bogoria in the Rift Valley is best-known for its hot springs and geysers that spew out amazing fountains of waters at 37 degrees temperature. The saline spring waters are considered to be therapeutic for the skin. The lake doesnt have high tourism traffic making it an ideal getaway picnic spot. Gazelles and hippos make up the wild there, not to mention the 135 bird species, that include millions of migratory lesser flamingoes that feed on the algae of the 10m deep lake. Being a Ramsar site, one can learn about conservation.
Lying on the Indian Ocean waters, Mombasa is best-known for its sandy beaches, sunshine and turquoise waters. Its consistently warm weather throughout the year implies that it can be visited at any time. For a historian Mombasa has Fort Jesus, Lamu ancient town and Gedi ruins, the sites which potray Mombasas rich ancient history. For an adrenaline freak, Nyali is the complete Wind Surfing and Kite destination run by Prosurf Kenya. The undersea Indian Ocean coral reef paradise streams with unique gorgeous fish breeds. Dhow trips are extended to visitors willing to experience a feel of ancient maritime ocean excursions. There are quite a number of Mombasa resorts that cater to all kinds of tourists.
Being the only park in the world bordering a city, the 117km2 Nairobi National park lies seven kilometers from the City Centre. From the Big Five wild animals, only the elephant is lacking from this Savannah ecosystem. It is the ideal destination for visitors on a stop over. It has the David Sheldrick trust sanctuary that concerns for young orphaned rhinos and elephants. The park contains nearly 400 distinct bird species and 80 mammal species. The park is perfect for bush dinners, picnics, weddings, outings and team management exercises. There are many hotels in Nairobi from two star to 5 star plus cheap hostels that accommodate guests from across the globe.
The Nairobi National Museum is equipped with eclectic ancient artifacts that visually describe Kenyas history. It has the botanic gardens where unique plant species like medicinal and ornamental plants and herbs are cultivated. But its main draw is the Nairobi Snake park home to poisonous vipers like mambas and cobras, and merciless constrictors like African Rock python native to Kenya. American alligators, Crocodiles and Coral fishes are reared in the museums aquariums.
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