Taurism in Kenya

The Republic of Kenya is a country in East Africa. It is bordered by Ethiopia to the north, Somalia to the northeast, Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, and Sudan to the northwest, with the Indian Ocean running along the southeast border. The country is named after Mount Kenya, a very significant landmark and the second among the highest mountain peaks of Africa,[4][5] and both were originally usually pronounced [ˈkiːnjə][6] in English although the native pronunciation and the one intended by the original transcription Kenia was [ˈkenia].[7] During the presidency of Jomo Kenyatta in the 1960s, the current pronunciation [ˈkɛnjə] became widespread in English too because his name was pronounced according to the original native pronunciation.[8] Before 1920, the area now known as Kenya was known as the British East Africa Protectorate and so there was no need to mention mount when referring to the mountain.[4]
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Here are the tourist sites in Kenya

Kenya Beach Safari
Kenya’s eastern boundary is an unbroken line of blue, an azure strip of ocean lying within the protective shelter of reef.The coastline of Kenya is a tropical idyll of soft white sands and gentle sea breeze, where the passing of a day is marked by the slow arc of the sun. The pace of life on the coast is notably slower, languid, more relaxed and at peace with the world.The turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean brought Kenya’s history to exotic life, washing these shores with influences from all over the world. To explore the coast is to explore history itself, and unwind a fascinating tale written on the winding streets of the 14th Century town of Lamu, or in the bustling dhow docks of Mombasa or the ghostly ruins of Gedi, a deserted city lost deep in the jungle. Dive beneath these waters and discover an undersea paradise. The coral reefs teem with fish, a kaleidoscope of colour and life.Come ashore to beach resorts and hotels that let you relax and experience this paradise in style and comfort. Lay back and enjoy yourself, or get out and explore. Immerse yourself in a unique coastal culture as rich and rewarding as the local Swahili cuisine.Step back from the beach and discover expanses of rainforest, game rich river deltas, and much more than you ever expected.Welcome to the Kenyan coast.Take a Beach Safari…
Coast
Relaxation and Exploration on the Coast....


Kenya Sport Safari

Kenya is a great sporting nation. The name Kenya has become a byword for athletic prowess. At many recent Olympic games and other international athletic competitions, the sight of Kenyans holding the gold, silver and bronze medals for a single athletic event has become commonplace. The Kenyan love of sport means that there is plenty for the visiting sport enthusiast to see and do. This is the ideal destination for a sporting traveller.Away from the big game of our Parks and Reserves, there are plenty of other Big Games to see.From Rugby Sevens to the world's most gruelling off road Rally, there is a wide range of spectator sports throughout the year. There are also new and unusual sporting spectacles born of our exotic cultural heritage.Why not take a front row seat at the annual Donkey races in Lamu or the traditional Bullfights in Kakamega?If you don't want to just sit back and spectate, Kenya can certainly keep you busy. We take sport seriously and have world class sporting facilities to prove it.Golfers will be delighted to discover some of the finest golf courses in Africa. Tee off in our pure highland air with views of both Mt Kenya and Mt Kilimanjaro in the Distance, and discover what a real Game safari is all about.Take a sporting safari through Kenya's....
Wilderness
Take a break from the big game....
Coast
The coast of Kenya has many opportunities for the sporting traveller....
Mountains
While in the Mountains, take advantage of local sporting facilities and events...
Forests
Sporting options around the Forests...
Lakes
The ideal destination for the Sporting traveller...
Deserts
For the adventurous sportsman or woman...
Cities
The heart of Kenyan sporting life..


Kenya Adventure Safari

Kenya has long been known as an adventurer's paradise. This is a land of endless opportunity for the active traveller, a country rich with possibilities for adventure and discovery.For the Trekker, Kenya is a world of highs and lows- From the snow capped peak of Mt Kenya to the desert plains of the north. There are a range of treks from sedate hill walks through game rich ranges to high altitude routes on alpine slopes.For those aiming higher, Kenya offers plenty of challenges. Climbers may be aware of the mighty peak of Mt Kenya, but there are many other climbing areas to be explored. There is a broad scope of destinations, from granite cliffs and volcanic rock towers to the ultimate challenge- a technical assault on Africa’s second highest summit.Kenya has some excellent potential areas for off road mountain biking. As the popularity of the sport increases, more and more mountain bikes are now for hire, and there is plenty of undiscovered country for bush biking.Kenya is home to a very active equestrian community, and horses are a great way to explore wilderness areas. Riding through herds of game is an ideal way to experience the wild up close and personal. Looking for a more unusual mode of transport? The North of Kenya has a thriving camel culture, and the camel is used by many nomadic tribes. These deserts and wide arid plain lands have long been crossed by camel trains, following ancient routes through deep valleys and along winding dry river beds. Large herds of dromedary (single humped) camels are found throughout the North. A safari by camel is a unique way to see this country. The trackless deserts and high ranges of the Northern frontier are beautiful and remote places, completely isolated from the modern world. Walking through this wilderness with a camel train, camping in the wild and sleeping under the stars, you can travel through an Africa unchanged since the passage of the first explorers…Far from the northern deserts, the waters of the Indian Ocean are an adventurers playground. The coast of Kenya has a well deserved reputation for big game fishing and has attracted fishing devotees such as Ernest Hemingway, drawn by the promise of world-class fishing. Local tag and release programs ensure eco-friendly fishing.These waters have a long been a traditional passage for sailors and today dhows still ply the calm waters of the coastline. The coast is an ideal place to explore by boat, and the beaches are ideal for all kinds of watersports. Inland, the beautiful, bird rich freshwater lakes of the Rift Valley are also ideal for boating, waterskiing and windsurfing. The inland Lakes and rivers of Kenya also present plenty of opportunity for world class fishing, from Trout to the mighty Nile PerchWhite water rafting and kayaking are relatively new sports in Kenya. However, with extensive and spectacular river systems, good grade white water and wide freshwater lakes, the possibilities are boundless. Come to Kenya and begin your own great adventure story.Take an Adventure safari through our...
Wilderness
The Kenyan wilderness has long been considered one of the world's great Adventure destinations...
Coast
There's more than just relaxation to be found on the Kenyan coast...
Mountains
Looking for adventure up high? Head for the hills and Mountains..
Forest
Trek through forests in search of adventure...
Lakes
Whether you're on the water or exploring the shores, you'll find plenty of activity here
Deserts
The Northern Frontier of Kenya is regarded as Kenya's real adventure territory...
Cities
Try a one day out of town adventure...

MagicalKenya.com - the official destination website of Kenya Tourist Board



Parks & Reserves

Alphabetical Listing of Parks/Reserves

Aberdare National Park...The Aberdare National Park is part of the Aberdare Mountain Range, a fascinating region of Kenya...
Amboseli National Park...Amboseli is famous for its big game - elephants, lions and cheetahs are the main attractions - a...
Arabuko Sokoke National Park...The Arabuko Sokoke Forest Reserve near the Malindi and Watamu Reserves and Parks is the largest ...
Arawale National Reserve......
Bisanandi National Reserve...On the border of Meru National Park is Bisanadi National Reserve. Known as ‘Kinna’ the border ...
Boni National Reserve...Boni National Reserve is a 1,339sq. km forest reserve created as a sanctuary for elephants. Buff...
Buffalo Spring National Reserve...The reserve offers a unique vista of rounded hills and undulating plains. The mix of wood and gr...
Central Island National Park...Offers excellent viewing and photography and is an important breeding place for crocodiles...
Chyulu National Park...Chyulu Hills National Park was opened in January 1983 to protect its unique habitat and role as ...
Dodori National Reserve...Dodori National Reserve was opened in 1976 to preserve a breeding ground for the East Lamu Topi,...
Hell's Gate National Park...Despite its name, Hell’s Gate is an ideal family gateway for a day trip from Nairobi or stopove...
Kakamega Forest National Reserve...“A feast for the senses” said a visitor recently. Kakamega Forest National Reserve is the only...
Kamnarok National Reserve...Lake Kamnarok National Reserve opened in June 1983. It has a diverse landscape with a 4,000ft. d...
Kerio Valley National Reserve...Kerio Valley is a 4,000ft. deep valley with semi-tropical vegetation on the slopes leading down ...
Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park...At the southernmost point of Kenya’s 500kms coastline lie some of East Africa’s most colourful...
Kisumu Impala Wildlife Sanctuary...Kisumu Impala Wildlife Sanctuary was opened in October 1992, to protect a herd of impala and pro...
Kora National Park...Another area made famous by the Adamsons is Kora National Park. Opened in October 1989, 280kms. ...
Kuinga Marine National Reserve......
Laikipia Plateau Reserve...Laikipia Plateau Reserve was opened in October 1991. It is north-east of Laikipia district and b...
Lake Bogoria National Reserve...Most of the reserve is occupied by Lake Bogoria which is a spectacular sight, reflecting searing...
Lake Nakuru National Park...Nakuru provides the visitor with one of Kenya’s best known images. Thousands of flamingo, joine...
Losai National Reserve...Losai National Reserve was opened in January 1976. It is a wild, semi-desert landscape characte...
Maasai Mara National Reserve...The Masai Mara National Reserve is administered by the local county council. It is probably the ...
Malindi-Watamu Marine National Park...It is convenient to treat both these parks as one unit as they are incorporated in the same Mari...
Marasabit National Reserve...“This place is God’s gift” Marsabit is a forested mountain which rises spectacularly from the...
Meru National Park...Meru National Park is wild and beautiful. Straddling the equator and bisected by 13 rivers and n...
Mkogodo Forest Reserve...Mkogodo Forest Reserve is a belt of riverine forest along the Ngare Ndare River. It is the homel...
Mombasa Marine National Park...Mombasa Marine Reserve was formed first, to protect the previous coralheads and their resident m...
Mount Elgon National Park...Mt. Elgon, on the Kenya/Uganda border is a volcanic mountain, formed when the earth’s crust eru...
Mount Kenya National Park...AT 5,199m high, Mt. Kenya is East Africa’s second highest mountain. It offers easy or challengi...


Mammals

Listing of Mammals in Alphabetical order

Baboon
(Papio cyanocephalus) - ...The Baboon, Papio cyanocephalus, is a large terrestrial monkey with a somewhat dog-like head. Th...
Black and White Colobus
(Colobus guereza ) - ...The Black and White Colobus Colobus guereza also known as the Guereza is a very distinctive and ...
Black Rhinoceros
(Diceros bicornis) - ...The Black Rhino has a hooked and flexible upper lip. It feeds on leaves, shoots and buds. Black ...
Cape Buffalo
(Syncerus caffer) - ...The Cape Buffalo, Syncerus caffer, is a massive, moody and very dangerous animal. Their main die...
Cape Hare
(Lepus capensis) - ...The Cape Hare, Lepus capensis, is primarily vegetarian but also occasionally eats mice. They inc...

Listing of Mammals in Alphabetical order

Cape Hare
(Lepus capensis) - ...The Cape Hare, Lepus capensis, is primarily vegetarian but also occasionally eats mice. They inc...
Cheetah
(Acinonyx jubatus) - ...One of the world's fastest land animals, the Cheetah, Acinonyx jubatus, is another solitary cat....
Coke's Hartebeest
(Alcelaphus bucelaphus) - ...Coke's Hartebeest Alcelaphus bucelaphus, also known as the Kongoni, has the distinctive "Hartebe...
Common Zebra
(Hippotigris quagga ) - ...There are 2 species of Zebra found in Kenya, the Common Zebra, Hippotigris quagga and Grevy's Ze...
Eastern Dwarf Mongoose
(Helogale undulata) - ...The Eastern Dwarf Mongoose, Helogale undulata, is a social animal travelling in


Kenya's Forests

Kenya has a wide range of forests, from coastal forest, through central high mountain forests to the thick wet rainforests of the West. These forests support more than just a diverse range of tree and plant species; they are also the territory of a wide range of wildlife, from rare chameleons to elephant herds, elusive leopards to colourful butterflies, monkey families and prolific birdlife.Kenyan forests offer the traveller a wide range of options, from treetop lodges to trekking trails …
Kakamega
This thick equatorial jungle is a haven for birds, reptiles, and a remarkable range of monkeys …
Aberdares
The salient forests and moorlands of this highland range are home to Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino, and much more ...
Arabuko Sokoke
This coastal forest offers the visitor the chance to encounter several unusual species of bird and small mammals, and a glorious range of butterflies …
Mt Kenya Forests
In the Shadow of Kenya’s highest peak, the dense highland forests are alive with game …


Kenya's Desert Wilderness

The North of Kenya is a vast trackless expanse of desert and semi desert wilderness. This hot, sparsely populated land is a place of harsh and stunning beauty. Among the stunning cliffs and ranges and thorn scrub of the North, live some of Kenya’s last nomadic tribes. For these people, the desert wilderness is an integral part of their lives, and they cross these lands with camel trains following traditional routes older than any living memory.For many people, this is the real Kenya, where the great empty spaces hold the promise of real adventure ...
Maralal and Beyond
This frontier town is the gateway to the great Northern wilderness ...
Marsabit and Beyond
A beautiful oasis of green set high above the desert floor, Marsabit is surrounded by pristine wilderness, and countless elephants


Kenya's Historical Cities
Kenya’s two largest cities have all played a vital role in the nations eventful history.Mombasa is an island city whose magnificent fort and harbour have been centre stage for hundreds of years of turbulent history.The beginning of the 20th century saw a railroad begin to wind its way from this port town inwards towards central Africa. The railroad made it first distant outpost in a swampy highland plain that became the small town of Nairobi, now the Kenya's busy modern capital.The rail link between the two cities forged a link of national unity and become the lifeblood of Kenya.Together these two cities paint a vivid portrait of Kenya. They create a diverse melting pot of races and traditional and modern cultures, with a history as rich as the natural wealth of the country itself.
Nairobi
Nairobi may be outgrowing its roots as a colonial frontier town, but it remains a lively and compelling mix of cultures, commerce and community …
Mombasa
One of the world’s most exotic tropical ports, Mombasa’s busy Dhow harbour and bustling streets tell of a long and fascinating history ...

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other links to tourism in kenya
kenya.rcbowen.com
www.infoplease.com/ipa/A0107678.html
www.weebls-stuff.com/toons/kenya