Things to Do in Kenya

Kenya

Explore the Masai Mara on game drives, see Amboseli’s elephants beneath Kilimanjaro, and discover the wildlife of Lake Nakuru. Nairobi city visits and beach time in Mombasa or Lamu can round out your safari.

1. The Iconic Wildebeest Migration

   Watch over a million wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River.

   What you’ll experience: Herds stretching to the horizon · River crossings, usually July–October · Big cats hunting

   Read the full guide →3-Day Masai Mara Safari →
2. Wildlife Viewing

   Classic game drives to see the Big Five in Kenya’s famous parks.

   What you’ll experience: Morning and afternoon drives in a 4×4 with a pop-up roof · Experienced driver guides · Big Five sightings in many parks

   Read the full guide →6-Day Kenya Classic Safari →
3. Birdwatching

   Over 1,100 bird species, from flamingos to eagles.

   What you’ll experience: Guided bird walks and boat trips · Specialist birding guides on request · Easy to combine with game drives

   Read the full guide →5-Day Masai Mara & Lake Nakuru →
4. Mountaineering

   Climb Mount Kenya, Africa’s second-highest mountain.

   What you’ll experience: 4–6 day treks to Point Lenana · Mountain huts or camping · Guides, cooks and porters

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5. Beach & Coastal Escapes

   White sand, warm Indian Ocean water and Swahili culture after your safari.

   What you’ll experience: Beach resorts and boutique hotels · Snorkelling and diving on coral reefs · Sunset dhow cruises

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6. Cultural Interactions

   Visit a Maasai village and meet Kenya’s communities.

   What you’ll experience: Welcome songs and the famous jumping dance · Visiting a manyatta (homestead) · Fire-making and beadwork

   Read the full guide →3-Day Masai Mara Safari →