Discover Kenya’s Natural Reserves and Majestic Views of Mount Kilimanjaro
Known as the birthplace of the African Safari, many of the camps and lodges in Kenya are owner run, and have a rich history from a bygone era that many people picture when they think of a safari camp. Kenya borders Tanzania to the south and Uganda to the west.
This country has much to offer the safari adventurer, and the highlights of famous Kenyan wildlife locations include:
Maasai Mara National Reserve
Neighboring the Serengeti National Park to the north, the annual Great migration plays out here from as early as July through October or November each year. The Mara, Sand and Talek Rivers flow through the reserve, all of which are obstacles that are infested with enormous crocodiles. The wildebeest and zebra have to negotiate the rivers to get to their grazing grounds making for some of the most exciting game viewing around. The topography of the Maasai Mara consists of rolling grassy plains that are punctuated by large grass covered kopjes.
All things considered, there are only two kinds of men in the world: those that stay at home and those that do not.
– Rudyard Kipling
Amboseli National Reserve
Amboseli is most known for its elephant viewing, as well as its panoramic scenery that features Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop. During the drier months of the year, wildlife congregates around the multitude of marshes formed by springs bubbling up on Kilimanjaro’s slopes. The wildlife that can be found in Amboseli include lion, cheetah, giraffe and abundant birdlife.
Central Kenya – Laikipia and Lewa Conservation
Central Kenya is home to Laikipia and Lewa wildlife conservation areas that offer luxurious safari opportunities without being crowded. The region focuses on endangered wildlife conservation and hosts half of the remaining population of endangered eastern black rhino. Because of the amazing efforts made by the stakeholders and owners in these privately managed wildlife areas, animal populations have steadily increased over the last 25 years.