When planning travel for safari enthusiast clients to this destination consider these options.
Must-Visit National Parks:
1. Masai Mara National Reserve:
- Wildlife: Renowned for the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles traverse the plains in search of greener pastures.
- Some further wildlife residents include lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and rhinos.
- Best Time to Visit: The months through July to October for the Great Migration, or from February to March for calving season.
- Wildlife: This park is popular for tourists to view the large herds of elephants with the majestic Mount Kilimanjaro in the distance. Other wildlife there includes lions, cheetahs, and a variety of bird species.
- Best Time to Visit: All year-round, but times though the dry season (Months through June to October) offers better visibility of wildlife in their natural habitats.
- Wildlife: Divided into Tsavo East and Tsavo West, this vast park is home to elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and a diverse array of birdlife.
- Best Time to Visit: Again all year-round, and as above with the dry season offering better game viewing.
- Wildlife: Well known for its spectacular flocks of flamingos, as well as the protected rhinos, waterbucks, and a variety of bird species.
- Best Time to Visit: All year-round, though the dry season offers better visibility of wildlife.
- Wildlife: Unique wildlife includes Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, and gerenuk.
- Best Time to Visit: All Year-round, with the dry season offering better game viewing.
When planning a Kenya safari for your clients, consider the following factors:
- The Best Times to Visit: The peak tourist season is July to October, coinciding with the Great Migration. However, other times of the year offer unique experiences and potentially lower prices.
- Their Accommodation: A wide range of accommodation options are available, from budget-friendly tented camps to luxury lodges.
- Their Activities: Plan guided game drives, guided nature walks, hot air balloon safaris, and cultural visits to Maasai villages are popular activities.
- Budget: Tailor their itinerary to their budget, considering factors like accommodation, activities, and transportation.
- Travel Agent: Consider using tour operators and DMCs partners for the regions to assist with planning and booking their safari.