Kenya

With vast plains of open grassland acting as a playground to herds of antelope and wildebeest, and expansive salt lakes flooded by a sea of pink flamingos, Kenya is without a doubt one of the best destinations in the world for a safari.

Kenya’s stunning natural beauty and abundance of wildlife has captivated travellers for centuries. It is a country rich in culture and history, and above all rich in natural treasures. From national reserves and wildlife sanctuaries to hidden valleys, small market towns, famous lakes and even snorkelling and scuba-diving spots, Kenya is a haven for any nature-lover.

Discover the wonder of The Maasai Mara, boasting the largest wildlife reserve in the continent, as you track down herds of elephants and go on the trail of wild zebra, buffalo, rhino and topi. The plethora of wildlife offers the perfect backdrop to some of the largest cities and towns in East Africa – the bustling Nairobi and Mombasa are among some of the country’s finest gems.

Nairobi is the largest city and capital of Kenya, famous for the world’s only game reserve found within a major city, the Nairobi National Park. This park is home to the world’s densest population of rhino. In addition, the park has a diverse and varied bird population with 400 species recorded. Situated in northern Kenya, in an area of 870km², Meru National Park is an untamed wilderness featuring lush jungle, coursing rivers, verdant swamp and khaki grasslands.

The western border is fringed by the Nyambeni Hills, topped with pockets of protected forests, which are the source of 13 permanent rivers that feed into the park. This remote and unspoilt paradise provides a chance to see Grevy’s zebra, elephant, Bohor reedbuck, hartebeest, snakes, buffalo and more than 427 species of birds. We could go on here talking about the numerous national parks but the best thing to do is just go here and find out yourself.