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An
Introduction to Kenya Wildlife Safaris
Sometimes called the cradle of mankind
and yet referred to as the whole of Africa in one, Kenya has been simply summed
up as magical Kenya. Kenya is the home of the word safari, meaning
an adventure into the wild or unknown. Did you dream of
exclusivity, once in a lifetime safari experience in ultimate luxury?
R&N Xplorer Africa Safaris interprets it in one word=KENYA.
And it is truly magical.
The magic is captured by its diversity and contrasts. The single entity
Kenya comprises of multiplicity of tribes (more than 40) all with diverse
cultural backgrounds. Each of these tribes is culturally diverse in terms
of cuisine, history, language and even location. Our Kenya wildlife
safaris will include a visit to any of these tribes along the route.
Any safari to Kenya would not be complete without visiting the tribesmen.
Tourism activities are distributed
through out the country. However high densities are concentrated in the
Mara, Coast and Laikipia. Laikipia and Samburu are a rich man's country.
In this region are famous reserves of buffalo springs, Shaba and Samburu.
In addition to these are private ranches whose luxury is beyond belief. A
major plus of this region is the Sweet Waters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. In
addition to this, Laikipia is the breeding ground of the Kenya's Rhino
population. In Laikipia we have horse riding, lion tracking, Rhino
tracking, camel riding,
night game drives, visits to cultural bomas etc.
Climate: The climate varies from the hot dry
semi arid climate of the North and North Eastern Kenya to the temperate climate
of the highlands. The costal region experiences hot and humid equatorial.
The landscape is diverse giving the country a multiplicity of habitats and hence
the best wildlife sighting anywhere in the world.
The large expanse of open savannah
makes it easy for visitors to spot birds and animals.
The Kenya coast is
full of adventure. The endless sun
drenched white sandy beaches of the coast, the colourful marine fishes makes it a holiday paradise.
Besides these are colourful markets, historical sites and numerous cultural
villages to visit. The coast of Kenya is dominated by the Mijikenda people
with their nine subgroups of Giriama, Digo, Ribe, Kambe, Rabai, Chonyi, Jubana,
Duruma and the Kauma. Also found at the coast are the Amu of Lamu, the
Pokomo and the Swahili. Big game fishing, parasailing/ gliding, water skiing,
swimming and other water activities are in abundant. If adventure is not your
take, you can spend the day sunbathing or reading at the beach.Numerous tourist
activities are available in
Mombasa /Malindi/Lamu
Economy: Economic
main economic actities are tourism, agriculture and ranching (animal husbandry),
service delivery and commerce. Dairy, mining, fishing, forestry are not
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In our safaris, you are spoilt for choice. You are allowed
to combine Safaris to incorporate all the five countries of East
Africa.
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Kenya highlight tours, safaris and wildlife adventures
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the guests say about us? Visit these pages.
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Kenya, The Wildlife Safari Country-Adventures, activities, events
In Kenya Safari is used to
mean travel for leisure. Safari is simply about people
traveling away from or within their homes to meet and experience
other people's way of life in between sightseeing. Kenya
Safari is about relaxation and merry making- fun amidst lots of
celebrations-dining, wining and dining. The Safari spirit is
about escape from daily routine and visiting prestigious
destinations like the national parks (Maasai Mara, Samburu etc)
and the beaches at the coast. A safari destination is about
activities. Besides wildlife sporting (either on foot or
vehicle), there are numerous activities to be undertaken depending
on what you want to achieve. From the very beginning Kenya has
been an adventurous country associated with big game viewing.
Our adventure safaris are either soft or hard.
Hard adventure safaris
involves guests participating in strenuous activities like hiking,
mountain climbing, horse riding, camel safaris, animal tracking,
deep sea fishing, scuba diving, sky diving, Gliding safaris,
Fishing,Kayaking, white water rafting, rock climbing, camping, motor
/motor cycle racing etc.
Numerous events
are available in Kenya. The Rhino Charge and Lewa
Marathon are some of the events that fall under this category.
Motor car racing- Safari Rally attracts numerous funs from all over
the world. Other motor car events include Cocours de elegance,
which show cases classic cars.
Adventure safaris include
visiting hardship areas like Central Northern Kenya ( Laikipia and
Samburu Areas) Northern Kenya ( Marakwet, Turkana and Marsabit
areas) and participating in their camel, horse and hiking safaris.
Also in this region, we have elephant watching, lion and rhino
tracking safaris.
Mountaineering and
rock climbing adventures are
available in Mt, Kenya and Mt Kilimanjaro. Mt Elgon is ideal
for practicing purposes. Numerous rock climbing opportunities
exist in Hell's Gate, Cherangani, Athi river and Tsavo West.
Caving/ cave
exploration adventures are available at Chyulu hills, Mt
Elgon, Mt Suswa, Cherangani, Turgen Hills, Tsavo East
and South Coast.
Water sports
like canoeing, Kayaking, white water rafting and boating
opportunities are available in the rivers and lakes of Kenya.
White water rafting is available at Tsavo East National Park and the
man made lakes of masinga. boating opportunities are available
in Lake Naivasha, Turkana and Victoria. Kayaking is availabel
in the Tana.
Soft or exotic safari
activities health spas safaris, like massage, meditation, , yoga and aromatherapy are
available. Included in this category are full body works-
pedicures, manicures, yoga, and meditation. Other do it
yourself include steam bathes and mud bathes. Yoga and
Meditation are offered at Mukutan Retreat, and Loisaba ( Laikipia),
Alfajiri (Diani beach) and Baraka Houses ( Watamu beach). Loisaba
provides starbeds where guests sleep under the stars
Aerial activities
like Micro lifting, Helicopter safaris, Kite surfing and sky diving
are available in Kenya. Kite surfing takes place year round at
Che Shale 20 Km north of Malindi. Micro Lifting is organized
at Amboseli. Helicopter safaris are organized at Mukutan and
Loisaba( Laikipia) to explore remote regions of the Northern Central
Kenya.
Animal Trek Safaris
are available in Northern Kenya. Kirisia hills are known for
Donkey trek safari into the surrounding wilds. In the
private ranches of Laikipia plateau, Naivahsa and Maasai Mara, horse
back safaris are organized.
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