The Nairobi Giraffe Centre: Everything You Need to Know Before You Visit
The Giraffe Centre in Nairobi is one of the most rewarding stops you can make on a Kenya safari, and it takes less than an hour. You stand on an elevated wooden platform at eye level with some of the world’s rarest giraffes, feed them pellets from your hand, and leave knowing your entry ticket […]
How to Plan a Kenya Safari: Everything You Need Before You Go
A Kenya safari is one of those trips that changes how you see the world. The Masai Mara at dawn, a lion pride crossing the road in front of your Land Cruiser, elephants moving through Amboseli with Kilimanjaro behind them. No photograph does it justice. You have to be there. This guide covers everything: the […]
Maasai Height: How Tall Are the Maasai People?
Imagine walking through the Maasai Mara and looking up to greet your guide. The Maasai height is one of the first things visitors notice. These lean, elegant people wrapped in bright red shukas stand noticeably taller than almost everyone around them. But just how tall are the Maasai and why are they so tall? The […]
Best Kenya Safari Destinations
When you think of Africa, Kenya is most likely the image that comes to mind. It is one of the most spectacular destinations in the world and sits at the very top of most Africa bucket lists for good reason. From the thundering wildebeest crossings of the Maasai Mara to the elephant-filled swamps of Amboseli, […]
Best Beaches in Kenya: Kenya Beach Holidays Guide
You have probably seen pictures of beaches in Kenya already. Bright white sand, warm turquoise water, and palm lined shores that instantly slow you down. What makes Kenya beach holidays special is that every beach has a different personality. Some are private and romantic, some lively and social, and others feel untouched and quiet. We […]
Traditional Kenya Food: Famous Dishes to Eat
One of the best ways to understand a country is through its food, and the food of Kenya Africa tells you more about the culture than any guidebook ever could. When you sit down to eat a Kenyan dish, you are tasting history, community, and everyday life all at once. We say this from real […]
How Many Islands Does Kenya Have, and Which Are Worth Visiting?
Kenya doesn’t have one official island count, and no credible source claims otherwise. Kenya islands worth genuinely knowing about number 17: coastal islands scattered along the Indian Ocean like Lamu, Mombasa, and Wasini, plus freshwater islands sitting in Lake Victoria, Lake Naivasha, and Lake Turkana. That’s the honest, complete answer, and this guide covers all […]
Masai Mara vs. Serengeti: Safari Guide for First-Timers
When we plan safaris for you, one question comes up again and again: Serengeti or Masai Mara, which should you choose? The truth is, Serengeti and Masai Mara are part of the same Serengeti–Mara ecosystem that stretches across the Kenya and Tanzania border. Every year, over 1.5 million wildebeest and nearly 300,000 zebras move between […]
Traveling to Kenya with Kids, your ultimate guide
First hand experience from my 10 year old daughters viewpoint