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Exploring The Uncharted Terrains: Travel Topics For Adventures In Kenya
Welcome, intrepid explorers and travel enthusiasts, to our comprehensive series of blog posts dedicated to the myriad wonders of Kenyan safaris! Kenya, a land steeped in raw beauty and unrivalled biodiversity, offers a sweeping canvas of rugged terrain, lush savannahs, glistening lakes, and towering mountains, all teeming with an incredible array of wildlife.
Our blog posts aim to guide you through the mesmerising landscapes of Kenya, showcasing the nation's spectacular safari destinations, from the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve to the bird-watcher's paradise of Lake Nakuru. Expect heart-stopping encounters with the 'Big Five' – lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros – as well as insights into the unique cultures and traditions of local tribes such as the Maasai and the Samburu.
Whether you're planning your first safari adventure or returning to the magical allure of Kenya, our blogs will provide valuable tips and travel advice, ensuring your journey is both unforgettable and responsible. So pack your binoculars and dust off your safari hat - an exhilarating ride into the wild heart of Africa awaits!
- The Best Tented Safari Camps In KenyaWritten By Uyaphi.comOur list of the top 10 tented camps across Kenya across most budget ranges. We have compiled a list of some amazing accommodation options in Kenya, including Masai Mara, Laikipia Plateau and Amboseli National Park. Home to some of the best wildlife and nature reserves in the world!..................
- Kenya: Top Holiday Destinations for 2022Written By Uyaphi.comKenya is one of the most beautiful destinations in Africa. It has some of the best landscapes and wildlife that make it a perfect destination for people who are looking for an exciting holiday. Here are a few of the top destinations for 2022 that you should not miss when visiting Kenya...................
- 10 Best Lodges in Kenya to Visit in 2022Written By Uyaphi.com10 Best Lodges in Kenya to Visit in 2022, all establishments offer unforgettable experiences and are found in the Masai Mara, Samburu, Meru, Tsavo, Amboseli, and Nairobi. From the famed Masai Mara to the slopes of Mount Kenya, here are ten of the best lodges in Kenya for an unforgettable safari experience...................
- Kenya safari ambassador tributeWritten By Uyaphi.comIn memoriam Honey; Honey was famous for jumping into vehicles to obtain a better view of her idyllic world - the Masai Mara Game Reserve. This special cheetah was killed on the 17th of February 2007 in full view of her three remaining cubs...................
- Impressions Of KenyaWritten By Uyaphi.comKenya’s wildlife remains at the heart of its attractions, yet there is much more to discover in this fascinating country outside the game reserves. You can climb the slopes of Mount Kenya to find tropical ice on the Equator, or explore the coral reefs of the Mombasa coast...................
- Explore The Masai Mara By BalloonWritten By Uyaphi.comIt was one of those rare moments where you take in the majesty of nature in complete silence, disturbing nothing, saying nothing. In Kenya last month, I had the great pleasure of a balloon safari over the Masai Mara organised by the excellent and highly professional Governors Company...................
- Giraffe Manor ReviewWritten By Uyaphi.comLocated in the southern suburbs of Nairobi is an English manor house. When it was built, the country was unclaimed bush rampant with African wildlife. The home of Karen Blixen is nearby who posthumously lends her name to this suburb, Karen...................
- Hells Gate KenyaWritten By Uyaphi.comI had visions of being trampled by buffalo, stalked by lions, or, given the extreme humidity and daytime temperatures, falling prey to one of the thousands of vultures who call Hell's Gate National Park their home. But our guide assured me that it would be fun...................
- Exploring The Masai MaraWritten By Uyaphi.comThe vast Masai Mara National Reserve spans approximately 1,510 square kilometres. Named for the Maasai tribe, the south-western Kenya location has the world famous Serengeti Park forming the southern border. The terrain consists of clumps of trees, shrubbery and open savannahs...................
- Aberdare National Park SafariWritten By Uyaphi.comAbout 2 and a half hours drive north from Nairobi lies one of the forgotten gems of wildlife tourism in Kenya, the Aberdare National Park. This park, founded in 1950, is 766 km2 in size but it is unusual for the sheer variety of terrain...................
- Governors Camp Kenya ReviewWritten By Uyaphi.comColonial governors had the pick of the best real estate in any country they governed and they certainly enjoyed their weekend retreats. Governors Main Camp is the legacy of this investment. Located in the Masai Mara Reserve on a bend on the Mara River, it has the advantage of overlooking a natural water course and wide savannah...................
- 10 Things To Do In NairobiWritten By Uyaphi.comContinuing our African city series of activities, we go to Nairobi, the capital of the East African safari industry. On this page, we offer up advice on what we think are the top 10 things to do when overnighting or staying in Nairobi...................
- Top 5 Nairobi RestaurantsWritten By Uyaphi.comContinuing our series of where to eat in the major African cities, we look at the Kenyan capital Nairobi. There is no doubt that there has been a huge increase in both choice and quality of food and restaurants over the last ten years. So here we offer up our Top 5 Restaurants in Nairobi...................
- Most Beautiful Beaches In KenyaWritten By Uyaphi.comKenya has been much in the news over the last few weeks for the wrong reasons. A sad and tragic terrorist attack has impacted the country's image. This is doubly unfortunate as Kenya remains the most popular of all tourist destinations in East Africa, and as most visitors will attest, their holiday was perfect and trouble-free...................
- 10 Reasons To Visit KenyaWritten By Uyaphi.comKenya remains the premier safari and beach destination in East Africa. Over 1.6m foreign tourists visited the country, testifying to the country's enduring popularity. In no particular order. Click here and discover what the are 10 good reasons are...................
- 100 Years Anniversary of WW1 in AfricaWritten By Uyaphi.com
In 2014, most of Europe, the UK, North America and the majority of the former British colonies and territories will be commemorating the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War.
These commemorations will be times of reflection, of memory and certainly not of celebration.
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Serian Nkorombo Camp
Serian Nkorombo Camp offers guests outstanding wildlife year-round, a classic tented camp with only five tented suites.
Nkorombo is located in the Maasai Mara National Reserve on the banks of the Mara River not too far away from one of the main migration river crossings.
Elephant Pepper Camp
Elephant Pepper Bush Camp, this 8-tented bush camp, is tucked away in a prime wildlife area, surrounded by the Masai Mara and her ubiquitous wildlife; it's a seasonal camp, which is taken down for a month or so in the rainy seasons.
Game drives are the highlight of one's stay here at Elephant Pepper, with fantastic wildlife and excellent guides.
Mara Bush Houses
Mara Bush Houses are situated within the famed and wild Mara North Conservancy, surrounded by the best wildlife sightings that Kenya offers.
Two exclusive use three bedroomed Masai Mara houses await, perfect for both families or a small group of friends.
Fairmont Norfolk Hotel
Fairmont The Norfolk Hotel has played a leading role in Kenya's colourful history, and continues to be one of the finest and best-known hotels in Nairobi, all 165 rooms are luxuriously furnished, have plush carpeting and deep velour soft furnishings.
One of the better hotel in Nairobi options for those seeking out only the best.
Mara Plains Camp
Masai Mara Plains Camp, one of only three Relais & Chateaux establishments in Kenya, offers guests a private and intimate safari experience within the private Olare Motorogi Conservancy.
The ultimate in luxury while paying homage to that classic tented safari that Kenya is so famous for.
Elewana Loisaba Star Beds
Elewana Loisaba Star Beds is located within the amazing Loisaba Conservancy and Laikipia Plateau that offers guests one of the finest wildlife and safari experiences on offer in Kenya today.
Loisaba Star Beds is poised on top of a kopje offering commanding views out over the plains and valleys of the Laikipia. One of the more unique and in-demand safari lodges in Kenya.
Governors Camp
With its 37 tented suites, Governors' Camp is situated on the banks of the Mara River in the west of the Masai Mara; this is undoubtedly one of our most popular lodges in the Masai Mara for good reason, location, location, location.
Sanctuary Olonana Camp
Olonana Camp with 14 canvas and extremely comfortable and spacious tents is an award-winning camp on a private stretch of the Mara River in the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Olonana Camp is close to the foot of the Siria Escarpment, close to where the last scene of "Out of Africa" was filmed.