Anytime you hear "Kenya", one of the first words that come to mind is "safari." One among the most popular wildlife destinations in the world, there are many interesting places to visit in Kenya. It is home to amazing wildlife like the African Lion, African leopard, African elephant, buffalo, black and white rhino. All of these combine to give Kenya a sense that can only be associated with the spirit of adventure.
The diversity of nature and wildlife in Kenya is a sight to marvel at. If the season is right you can see the Great Migration, animals in droves crossing the plains. Elsewhere, within the same country is a cultural landscape that is so rich with tradition that they still seek to live in harmony with nature. Ancient tribes like the Maasai, the Kikuyu, and the Samburu have refused to be disconnected from nature to this day. These tribes will dazzle you with their rich way of life. Additionally, in some of the safaris parks are relaxation places on pearly beaches, coral reefs, and tropical islands.
5 Interesting places to visit in Kenya with family
The following are five interesting places to visit in Kenya with your family.
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Tsavo National Park
Tsavo National Park is a vast place where wildlife is in its element. The park is home to stunning big and small birds, gazelles, zebras, buffalo, and lions. Looking to take your family for a road trip, Tsavo National Park is the place to go. With friendly staff and great food, the experience is one you will want to repeat.
- Mount Kenya
Stunning view, beautiful landscape, friendly staff, diverse cuisines, trekking through scenic routes—Mount Kenya promises all that and more. If you want to really enjoy the experience, take out three to five days from your schedule and visit with the family. There are the Sirimoni and Chogoria routes, misty and dramatic landscapes full of wildlife.
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Lamu Island
To visit Lamu Island with your family is to go back to past times, a peek into what used to be. It located northeast of Mombasa. Lamu Old Town holds Kenya's oldest settlement with origins going all the back to the 12th century. Your family will enjoy the sight of histories that walls and buildings are happy to tell: Carved wooden door, European and Arabian architectural features, trading history, hidden courtyards, and coral stone buildings.
- Kiambethu Farm
If you and your family are tea fans and want to get some rich and informal history of tea and the plantation, perhaps it's time you visit Kiambethu Farm. Also, you get to see the tea in the field and hear about the processes of making it. Fiona, the guide, knows the plantation's history. And, she tells the story in detail and gracefully. Besides, you can book in advance. It costs Kshs.3,500 per person, while children under 12 pay half that price.
- Karura Forest
Karura Forest is a place to unwind with the family on a weekend, located on the fringes of Nairobi, Kenya's capital. Covering an area of 1000ha, the forest provides Kenyans and visitors with the natural greenery in which to relax and unwind. As a result, people visit to move away from the city's hustle and bustle.
In conclusion.
In addition, there are other tranquil places like the Karen Blixen Coffee Garden and Cottages, and the Gede Ruins, rich with history. But, some of these places may require booking before you set out.
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Source: Trip advisor, Planet Ware
