5 Best Bucketlist Safari Holiday Experiences In Kenya
Looking for an escape holiday safari in Africa? Then Kenya should be top of your list of countries to consider visiting for wildlife and beach experiences. It’s one of my favorite destinations in Africa due to its vast options and favorable weather and conditions for holidays.
As a tour operator based in Kenya, with Cheetah Safaris, I never get enough of what Kenya offers to me, and to our guests. All safaris we have done for our guests have been memorable and an out-of-this-world experience. There are vast experiences that Kenya can offer you to ensure your holiday is complete.
Bucketlist Safari Experiences in Kenya
With my 17 years of East African Safari experience, I have managed to list some of the experiences that must be on top of your list when you are planning your Kenyan Safari.
Wildebeest Migration in Masai Mara:-
An annual event that happens in East Africa, The Wildebeest Migration is known as the 7th wonder of the world. Millions of wildebeest accompanied by thousands of zebras, antelopes, topis, and other wildlife species, move from Southern Serengeti to Masai Mara in search of green grass.
The Wildebeest Migration is believed to start from January to January due to the season of Wildebeest Calving Season that is experienced between January and March of every year. 8000 Calves are born during this season hence known to be the start of the wildebeest migration.
They migrate approximately 1000km every year in search of food between Masai Mara N, Reserve Kenya, and Serengeti National Park Tanzania.
Wildebeest Migration should be a lifetime experience that you should consider doing and experiencing.
Balloon Safari Experiences
Ever dreamt of having a balloon flight while game viewing, or seeing the peak of Mt. Kilimanjaro? Then this should be on your bucket list when you visit Kenya.
Kenya offers exceptional Balloon Safaris in Masai Mara and Amboseli National Park. It’s an expensive activity but a worthy venture of a lifetime to have it off your bucket list.
Flying early in the morning from 6:00 a.m. (depending on the launch field distance from your camp), you will have a two-hour flight over the plains and savannah grasslands. A full champagne breakfast awaits you after a scenic and fulfilling lifetime balloon flight.
Dolphin and Whale search in the Kenyan Coast
The Kenyan coast is 1420 Km in length offering pristine white sandy beaches for holidaymakers. From Diani to Lamu, there’s an array of options to choose from to fit your holiday preferences.
From Diani, Kisite Mpuguti, there’s is a lot this destination can offer you. Engaging in boat rides and visiting a white sandy beach called the Kisite Island which is managed by KWS, also have high chances to spot dolphins swimming along the shores of the ocean. Read more About Diani Here.
Lamu Offers a rustic Swahili feel of the coastal region. Located in the Northern Coastal Region of Kenya, It’s a small island known to be very magical and special to tourists. Read more About Lamu Here.
Looking for a historical and old-town street experience? Then Mombasa Coty will offer you that exact exposure. Yummy meals, bites, and street meals await you to visit and have a taste of the coastal delicacy. Visit the famous Fort Jesus historical site, Haller Park, and other interesting sites and activity engagement. Read more About Mombasa Here.
Camel Rides, Walking Safaris in The Laikipia Region
A vast wilderness under conservation sections, Laikipia is a dream destination in case you love exclusivity, luxury, and rustic holidays. Laikipia region hosts some of the great conservation regions in Kenya, including, Lewa Conservancy, Solio Ranch, Borana Conservancy, and many others. Spot the big five and special five wildlife species while on holiday to this magical destination.
There are amazing activities that complement your holiday stay here, including camel riding, conservation involvement, walking safaris, and sundowners.
Central Island in Turkana
A magical attraction lies in the extreme region of Kenya, the Central Island in the Turkana Region. The Central Island is made up of three active volcanoes that belch sulfurous smoke and steam.
Three crater lakes, Crocodile Lake, Flamingo Lake, and Tilapia Lake, provide breeding grounds for the world’s largest concentration of Nile crocodiles.
Central Island has a campsite where visitors can enjoy the beautifully haunting sight of the lake’s luminous waters wash up onto a black lava beach while the moon rises over the menacingly smoking craters.
Conclusion
There are many other activities you can engage in while in Kenya to ensure your experiences are well-boosted and fulfilling. This includes:-
- City tours around the main cities in Kenya, such as Nairobi, Kisumu, Mombasa, and many others
- Visit cultural centers and engage in different cultural exposure such as the Maasai, Samburu, Kikuyu, Luo, Kamba, and many others
- Sibiloi N. Park and Loiyangalani region to visit the origin of mankind
- Meru National Park to visit the Elsa Site. Remembering the late Joy and George Adamson.
- Lake Bogoria to spot the lesser and greater flamingos.
