Must Visit Places in Kenya, Africa

Africa, the second largest continent, is one of the favorite holiday destinations of people. The reason for this is that Africa provides an adventurous holiday experience along with the opportunity to see breathtaking scenery as well as some of the exotic cultures and people. If you are planning a tour to Africa, Kenya is a country that you should not miss. Kenya is an East African country, Nairobi being its capital. Although this state possesses several holiday destinations, it is mostly known for its amazing wildlife parks and reserves. Let us take a look at few of the important destinations in Kenya, Africa that one must not miss.

Maasai Mara National Reserve:Kenya safari toursMaasai Mara is 1510 sq. km large national reserve that is inhabited by a huge number of wildlife. A few of them include lions, cheetahs, leopards, buffaloes, elephants, hippos, zebras, etc. Apart from being one of the largest reserves that occupies several wild animals, the main thing that this is reserve is known for is the Annual Wildebeest Migration during the months of July and August, and hence are the best months to visit this country.

During the Wildebeest Migration, almost two million wild animals including zebras, buffaloes as well as the wildebeests come from Tanzania to look for grass and fresh water. One has to view it through one's eyes to actually understand how breathtaking and incredible it is.

Nairobi National Park:Nairobi National Park is one of the major tourist destinations of Kenya. Though not as large as other national parks of Africa (117.2 sq.km), this park holds diverse wildlife population as well as bird species. Some of the animal life found in this park include cheetah, lion, waterbuck, African buffalo, Grant's gazelle, eland, ostrich, Burchell's zebra, etc. Among all the animals present in this national park, the black rhinoceros is said to be the major highlight. This national park, which is said to be first in Kenya, is just 7 kms from the center of Nairobi, and even though it is covered with an electric fence, one can clearly see the Nairobi skyscrapers. Overall, a must visit place when you are opting for Nairobi travel in Kenya.

Shimba National Reserve:Located in the Coast Province of Kenya, this national reserve is known for its plant biodiversity. Half of the rare plants in Kenya are found in this national reserve. A small reserve in Kenya, it holds elephants, various birds and butterflies, and is said to be the only place in Kenya that has a population of Sable antelope.

Some of the other major destinations of Kenya include the Great Rift Valley, Mount Kilimanjaro and Kenya, etc. Kenya tours can take you to several amazing destinations that you will definitely enjoy.