An array of mountains and ranges so lush that you would be forgiven for thinking they were part of paradise; rivers and lakes so bountiful they could feed a nation; beaches and island destinations that are just as stunning as the stuff fantasies are made of and then there are the people: so diverse, friendly and full of interesting anecdotes that showcase their differences. There are numerous wonderful attractions in Kenya.<\/p>\n
That\u2019s what Kenya has in store for those who visit.<\/p>\n
The fact that Kenya is a wonderful tourist destination is not in doubt. After all, Diani Beach has been voted as Africa\u2019s leading beach destination by the World Travel Awards on several occasions. The Maasai Mara also has also won Africa\u2019s leading National Park on a number of occasions as well. These are all places worth your time and money.<\/p>\n
Yeah, you are not going to make it through a list of \u201cKenya\u2019s most bucket-list-worthy attractions\u201d without including the Maasai Mara National Reserve. This award-winning park is very much a microcosm of everything Africa has to offer.<\/p>\n
Vast rolling plains littered with wildlife from majestic herbivores such as wildebeest, zebras, giraffes and all sorts of gazelle species to fiercely revered carnivores like lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Then there are the stunning, child-friendly resorts such as the Mara Serena, Mara Intrepids and Speke\u2019s Camp.<\/p>\n
The iconic Mt. Kenya has long been a must-visit for mountaineering enthusiasts from around the world. Being the second highest mountain in Africa and the highest in Kenya (Elevation\u200e: \u200e5,199 meters (17,057 ft.) this giant has three main peaks (Batian, Nelion and Lenana). You can actually hike to Point Lenana (4,985 meters (16,355 ft.). You will need technical skills to scale Batian and Nelion.<\/p>\n
If you are going to head out to the coast, there is a host of destination options at your disposal. Each one is almost more stunning than the next. From Malindi to award-winning Diani and even Mombasa itself. The Kenyan coast was specifically crafted to give people a wonderful stay. Lamu, however, is what you would call the Kenyan coast if it were on performance enhancement drugs. You will be hard-pressed to find one part of this beautiful archipelago that doesn\u2019t take your breath away.<\/p>\n
There is only one national park within city limits in the entire world: Nairobi National Park. That, however, isn\u2019t the only thing that makes this park unique. Nairobi National Park gives you a glimpse of what the entire country has to offer in terms of wilderness and wildlife. If you want a taste of Kenya, all in one tidy spot, you definitely have to spend a day at Nairobi National Park.<\/p>\n
Lake Nakuru National Park is the perfect place to go see a host of different bird species including the world-famous pink flamingoes. These majestically beautiful birds congregate in the thousands on the shallows of the lake as they feed on the algae and crustaceans that give them their hot pink colors. You can also see other kinds of wildlife here from warthogs, giraffes, baboons, and even rhinos now.<\/p>\n
Kenya has so much more to offer. You only need to open your mind to the numerous possibilities. Do you have any wonderful attractions in Kenya? Share the details with us in the comment section below.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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