The concept of 'bush and beach' - combining safari and sand/sea - was (we think) invented in Kenya, and if it wasn't, it jolly well should have been because the country excels at both. The safari options include the legendary Masai Mara and less well known but equally special places such as Laikipia and Samburu. Meanwhile the coast, from Lamu all the way to Diani Beach to the south of Mombasa is home to gorgeous beaches and watersports galore. For more 'original' bits of Kenya, look no further than the Great Rift Valley and the wild Northern Frontier District:
Where to go in Kenya
Where to go in Kenya
Southern Kenya
Located in the eastern branch of the Great Rift Valley, Lakes Natron and Magadi are soda lakes situated at the base of the active Oldoinyo Lengai...
The Kenyan Coast
Kenya is renowned as a safari destination, but has miles of idyllic coastline to explore as part of a 'bush and beach' trip or as a beach paradise...
The Masai Mara
A safari in Kenya's Masai Mara has one of the densest concentrations of wildlife anywhere on Earth.
Samburu, Meru & the North
Three distinct areas, all of which will richly reward exploration.
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What to do in Kenya
Riding Safaris in Kenya
Due to the sheer variety of its landscapes and places to stay, Kenya remains an unsurpassed riding safari destination.
Laikipia Walking Safaris
Laikipia is rugged, undulating, rocky, beautiful, wild and remote. The climate is perfect, high altitude makes it cool at night and warm during...
Laikipia Helicopter Safaris
Want to 'pimp' your Kenyan safari experience? Then there's no better way than with a helicopter ride across the savannah or, even better, to...
Laikipia Camel Safaris
A camel safari is the ideal way to travel through the wilds of Northern Kenya, escaping the constraints of a vehicle (cars can't get here anyway),...
Laikipia Biplane Flights
Fulfil any lingering 'Out of Africa' or Biggles fantasies with a biplane flight over the Kenyan savannah.
Helicopter Safaris in the Northern Frontier District
Original Travel now offers Kenyan helicopter safaris way beyond the tourist trail and deep into the remote heartlands of the Northern Frontier...
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Ol Lentille
A collection of four luxury private houses set on a 40,000-acre private conservation area (that's three times the size of Manhattan), 50 miles...
Angama Mara
The Swahili word for ‘suspended in mid-air’ – Angama – lends itself as the moniker for one of Kenya’s newest, and most luxurious lodges....
Mara Expedition Camp
Located on the banks of the Ntiakitiak River the Mara Expedition Camp lies quietly under a grove of ebony trees inside the breath-taking Masai...
The Ocean Spa Lodge
The Ocean Spa Lodge (formerly Saruni Ocean) occupies an undiscovered location making it the perfect stop off pre or post safari.
Saruni Samburu
Saruni Samburu is a deluxe lodge, set amongst the Kalama Community Conservancy, and happens to be the only lodge in the 200,000 acres of unspoiled...
Cottar's 1920's Camp
Cottar’s 1920’s Camp is the oldest established family run safari camp in Africa spanning over five generations. Situated amidst 6,000 acres...
Loisaba Star Beds
Traditional rustic charm and warm African hospitality welcome guests to Loisaba Star Beds. In the heart of the Loisaba Conservancy this is a...
Loisaba Tented Camp
With a fantastic location, perched on the edge of an escarpment overlooking the Laikipa region, is Loisaba Tented Camp. One of the lodges in...
Finch Hattons Luxury Camp
Finch Hattons Luxury Camp in the Tsavo West National Park is a historic and elegant safari camp with a long legacy of conservation. Named after...
Kichwa Tembo
Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp is situated on the spur of the Oloololo escarpment of the Great Rift Valley, with spectacular views across the open...
Governors Camp Collection
Comprised of four camps in the Masai Mara National Reserve, the Governors Camp Collection offers a fantastic choice of different accommodation...
Segera Retreat
In the wild heart of Laikipia, the stylish Segera Retreat offers guests an incredibly luxurious home away from home, with the addition of a whole...
Giraffe Manor
The iconic Giraffe Manor is a peaceful retreat and the ideal place to start or end a safari in East Africa. Located in Nairobi’s leafy Langata...
Ol Donyo Lodge
Ol Donyo Lodge is located in 275,000 acres of private wilderness sitting beneath the slopes of the Chyulu National Park in the Amboseli region...
Manda Bay
Manda Bay is located on a long stretch of sandy, protected beach on the north-western tip of Manda Island, in the Lamu archipelago.
Alfajiri Villas
The three luxurious Alfajiri Villas are located on the coast of the Kenyan mainland, along the stunning Diani coast.
Almanara Villas
Set amidst the tropical gardens and leaning palms of Diani’s Galu Beach lies a collection of six private villas.
Hemingways Watamu
For over 20 years Hemingways has been one of the best known hotels on the Kenyan Coast, and after change of management and subtle refurbishment,...
Kinondo Kwetu
Home to Ida and Filip Andersson, a Swedish family related to the famed Baron Blixen, staying at Kinondo Kwetu is possibly the most personal experience...
Kizingoni Beach Houses
Situated on the southern most tip of Lamu Island at the end of the famous Shela beach, Kizingoni is made up of 6 individual luxury beachfront villas.
Peponi Hotel
Peponi is a small hotel situated in the village of Shela on the island of Lamu, part of the archipelago of the same name just off the coast of Kenya.
Waterlovers Beach Resort
WaterLover’s is rustic luxury at its best. Found on the white sands of Diani Beach this intimate hotel is excellent value and has something...
Offbeat Mara Camp
A seasonal camp located on the Olare Orok river on Koyiaki Group Ranch. This small and exclusive tented camp offers a truly private, traditional...
Elephant Pepper Camp
Situated right on the Northern Edge of the Masai Mara reserve, this eight-tented bush camp is situated in one of the prime wildlife areas.
Kicheche Mara Camp
The Kicheche Mara Camp is a bush camp located on the Aitong Plains in the northern region of Kenya’s famous Masai Mara Reserve.
Naboisho Asilia
Naboisho Asilia is one of our favourite family friendly lodges in Kenya's Masai Mara and its involvement with the local Maasai community also...
Ol Seki Mara Camp
Set on a rocky promontory overlooking the Il Supukiai River, Ol Seki sits amongst cordia and acacia trees, attracting an abundance of wildlife...
Rekero Camp Masai Mara
Rekero is a small tented camp located inside the Masai Mara Game Reserve, offering old-time hospitality and an insight into the Masai Mara's...
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Language: English
Currency: Kenyan Shilling
Visa: Required
Religion: Christian
Food & Drink: •Ugali – cornmeal starch mixed into a thick paste, eaten with any kind of meat! • Maharagwe – a delicious dish made kidney beans in a coconut curry soup.
Time difference:
GMT +3 hrs
Flight from London:
8:15 hrs
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