Travel Guides
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9 Fascinating Things To Do At Shimba Hills National Reserve
Where is Shimba Hills National Park? Shimba Hills in located on the south coast of Mombasa in Kenya’s Kwale County. It is about 15 km from the Indian Ocean and it consists of three major areas namely: Mwaluganje Elephant Sanctuary Shimba Hills National Reserve and Mkengani Forest Rerserve The hills rise to form a table plateau and the highest point of the hills is known as Pengo Hill which also has an view point. Watch Video Tour of Shimba Hills National Reserve How to Get to Shimba Hills Your journey to Shimba Hills is three-fold. You can either get there by road or by air. There are two ways to…
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Top 10 best honeymoon safari destinations in Kenya
Kenya is considered as among the world’s most popular safari destinations. Kenya is home to some luxurious safari lodges and hotels that encompass the ultimate safari getaway for honeymooners, safari enthusiasts, discerning travelers including both local and international celebrities. Kenya is located in Eastern Africa with an array of both safari and beach destinations for any traveler looking adventure. With 23 National Parks and 28 National Reserves, Kenya has a lot of options to offer in terms of safari destinations. The country is blessed with some of the most beautiful beaches, wildlife and amazing luxury resorts, hotels and lodges. Here is my selection of the 10 best honeymoon safari destinations…
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6 Interesting Things To Do At Hell’s Gate National Park Kenya
HELL’S GATE NATIONAL PARK Hell’s Gate National Park Kenya, is located in Naivasha. It is about 2 hours from Kenya’s capital – Nairobi. Hell’s Gate is one of Kenya’s most visited parks owing to its close proximity to Nairobi, making it a convenient day trip from most local tourists who want to get away from the city’s hustle and bustle. Things to Do at Hell’s Gate National Park It is a popular destination because of the number of interesting things to do. Visiting Hell’s Gate National Park gives you the option of doing a number of activities from hiking, walking through nature trails, rock climbing, game viewing, bike riding and…
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Aberdare National Park Kenya
One of the most popular activities that people do when they tour central highlands in Kenya is hiking in Aberdare National Park in Kenya. In addition to hiking, there are a lot of game viewing opportunities. Where is Aberdare National Park Located? Aberdare National Park is located in the central highlands of Kenya. Aberdare National Park is in the Aberdare Ranges and It covers two counties: Nyandarua and Nyeri counties. It is about a 4-hour drive from Nairobi to Aberdare which is around 197km from Nairobi. How To Get There There are two ways to get to Aberdare from Nairobi. By road or by flight. There are daily flights to…
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Guide To Planning a Trip To Lake Baringo Kenya
Lake Baringo is located in Rift Valley Kenya. It is a fresh water lake that locals depend on for their basic needs. Lake Baringo has experienced rising waters since 2013. This has caused displacement of people’s homes, schools and hotels. The causes of the flooding are caused by years of deforestation, siltation and unusual heavy rains in 2020. The flooding has caused a blow to tourism in the area, one of the major economic activities in Lake Baringo. All the hotels that used to be near the lake are now submerged, with owners having major losses. Lake Baringo is one of the best places in Kenya to view Eagles as…
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Amboseli National Park
Amboseli National Park Where Is Amboseli National Park? Amboseli National Park Kenya is located in Kajiado County. It is about 4 hours from Nairobi by road. At Amboseli National Park, you will see glorious views of Mt. Kilimanjaro from all parts of Amboseli. This makes it the second most popular National Park after Masaai Mara. Is Amboseli National Park Worth Visiting? Yes, Amboseli National Park is worth visiting for the following reasons, first of all it is only 4 hours from the capital city of Nairobi. This means you can take a day trip to the park and enjoy a game drive without spending the night. Amboseli National Park in…
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Mt Kenya National Park Guide
Mt. Kenya National Park is one of the most unique environments you will experience. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered one of the most impressive landscapes in East Africa. Mount Kenya National Park is the second-highest mountain in East Africa and Africa after Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania. Mt. Kenya, the Kenya coast, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara national parks and Kenya wildlife are some of the most popular tourist safari destinations in Kenya. In this post, I share with you an extensive guide on enjoying this beautiful mountain. Mt Kenya National Park has some impressive landscapes with rugged glacier summits, alpine moorlands and a diverse range of forests…
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7 Day Road Trip Itinerary to Turkana County
7 Day Road Trip Itinerary to Turkana County This post may contain affiliate links, which means I may receive a commission, at no extra cost to you, if you make a purchase through a link. Please see my full disclosure for further information. Turkana is a county is on the furthest corner near the borders of Kenya and Ethiopia and Kenya and Sudan. It is therefore understandable why this county is very far and few people ever venture out to discover its beauty. Turkana county and the shores of the lake are one of those places you have to experience and feel the atmosphere. This itinerary will last 7 days…
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10 Photos To Inspire You To Visit Lake Victoria Islands
10 Photos To Inspire You To Visit Lake Victoria Islands Travelling around the Lake Victoria Islands has opened my eyes to the beauty, diversity and the breathtaking views of Nyanza region of Kenya. I am on a mission to see as much of Kenya and Africa as I can. Exploring the lakeside regions of Kenya was one of my priorities. Towards the end of last year, I made a point of visiting Mbita in Homabay county. I had the opportunity to tour Lake Victoria and its surrounding Islands. Lake Victoria is the largest lake in Africa that borders 3 countries- Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania. If you love aquatic…
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What To Pack For A Trip To Lake Turkana
The trip to Lake Turkana was one of my biggest bucket list experiences. It was my first time here and I was in a dilemma of what to pack and what to leave out. What should I pack for a trip to Turkana? I have travelled to a couple of places in Kenya including, Kakamega Forest, Lake Victoria Islands, Aberdare National Park and have since been re-defining my packing lists to all these places. Every place is unique, so you have to consider the weather and climate of the area. When packing for Lake Turkana, my best advice is to choose comfort and think of it as a trip to…
