Kenya is the home of the safari.

 Few places provide the extraordinary opportunity to view wildlife in its natural habitat. East Africa's reputation as the quintessential safari destination is well deserved. This is a region of dramatic contrasts and extraordinary wildlife on display in uncrowded landscapes of great beauty and variety. It hard to rival the range travel choices Kenya offers from scenic tours to cultural immersion; From lounging on pristine beach to adventure travel; From a broad range of sporting activities to an endless list special interest opportunities.

Indeed the very word safari was invented in Kenya where in Kiswahili it means "journey." The boundless wilderness and big game of this region has long attracted adventure seekers from all over the globe. Few countries even come close to range of landscapes, unique geographical features and species you'll find in Kenya. Ask National Geographic.

Kenya offers you a chance to experience a natural world unchanged by the passage of time. The Kenyan wilderness is home to an endless array of ecosystems, the staging ground for natural cycles of life, death and regeneration as old as the planet itself.

This great range of natural habitats means that there is plenty to explore, and plenty of species to encounter. This is a land of endless potential for the wildlife enthusiast. From great migratory herds of the open savannah to an incredible abundance of birdlife, from the depths of a tropical rainforest to the depths of the Indian Ocean teeming with fish, this a world of natural wonders.

A safari into the wilds of Kenya is a journey into nature at its purest. Everywhere you look there is a profusion of life.

Kenya has 59 national parks and game reserves including the world's greatest wildlife spectacle, the annual wildebeest migration to the Maasai Mara

In Kenya you'll find 42 timeless cultures, many in villages unchanged by the modern world

Kenya provides ecotourism opportunities to learn about endangered wildlife such as the black rhino, sea turtle, Grevy's zebra, sitatunga, wild dog and Colobus monkey

Did you know that Kenya has a 300-mile Indian Ocean coastline of pristine beaches, warm, turquoise waters and protective coral reefs?.

All this can be taken in by trekking or on a camelback or horseback, perhaps a hot air balloon, a boat or biking up a mountain.

They are over 38 golf courses, many of championship quality. Don't be surprised if you have to wait for wildlife to cross your next hole in Kenya.  Last Updated ( Thursday, 15 May 2008 )

When to go to Kenya?

As Kenya is on the Equator, seasons are consistent. The main tourist season are from December to February and from July to August, if you are going to travel at these periods, should reverve in advance safaris and accommodation.

From January and February, the season is hot and dry, this is usually considered to be the most enjoyable time. Is excellent for animal and bird watching; there is a largest concentration of birds flocks on the Rift Valley lakes. Medium daily high temperature is about 84 degrees Fahrenheit. During this high season the fares are more expensive.

Another appropriate time to visit Kenya is from June to September, during the called "shoulder season" because the weather is still dry.
This season offer excellent view options, you can find a large number of wildebeest at the Masai Mara, is a good time also for climbing in the Mount Kenya.

There are two rainy periods in Kenya. The "long rains" period, from March to June and the "short rains" period from October to December. Some roads become sloughy and some parks get inundated during these months.

During these months things are much quieter, Many safari tours are not available, nevertheless, there are reduced rates, rooms available, the landscape is greener and birds begin to arrive from Eurasia. Some road communications are conditioned by seasonal rains

There are cyclic wildlife movements from the park reserve Masai Mara to Serengeti and back, wildebeests and zebras reach Masai Mara right away after the long rains looking for young pastures. In Masai, wildlife is more available during boreal summer.

if you want to visit Lamu, you should try to coincide your visit with the Maulid Festival, a event where is celebrated the birth of the prophet Mohammed.