Kenya holidays are a spellbinding experience, offering you the chance to visit vibrant cities and see incredible wildlife in one of Africa’s finest countries.
Start your trip in the dynamic capital, Nairobi, where smart shops, high-end restaurants and trendy cafes line the streets of neighbourhoods like Westlands and Lavington.
You can get up close to some of Kenya’s wildlife wonders in Nairobi National Park, home to lions, rhinos, giraffes, gazelles and zebras. Further afield lies the Maasai Mara nature reserve, another slice of heaven for animal lovers.
Head to Mombasa on the shores of the Indian Ocean for the best beach breaks or use Kisumu as a jumping-off point for a cruise on Lake Victoria.
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Our Kenya packages have it all, from the excitement of going on safari to the joys of experiencing life in some of Africa’s most vibrant cities.
Explore dynamic Nairobi on your holiday to Kenya. Find bargains and test your haggling skills in the Maasai Market, packed with stalls selling coloured fabrics, handicrafts and pottery.
Trace the history of Kenyan society at the Bomas cultural village, where resident artists perform traditional songs and dances against a backdrop of authentic old-style homesteads.
Literature lovers should make their way to the Karen Blixen Museum, dedicated to the life and work of the author whose name it bears.
Culture lovers will love throwing themselves into the busy art scene in Nairobi. Visit the Banana Hill Art Gallery to see work by local artists as well as pieces by some of East Africa’s most talented painters and sculptors.
Photography is booming as an art form in Kenya, and the opening of the Upepo gallery has seen it flourish still further. Originals on display are available to buy as limited prints, with frames made by Nairobi’s artisans.
Add a safari tour to our Kenyan packages and explore one of the country’s 40 national parks. Keep an eye out for Africa’s fabled ‘Big Five’ – elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos and buffaloes.
Safaris are a truly unforgettable experience, with the top-rated tours really getting you close to Kenya’s magnificent wildlife.
Nairobi National Park is one of the best places for animal-spotting – its main entrance lies just seven kilometres (four miles) from the city centre.
Nairobi is regarded as one of Africa’s dining hotspots, with restaurants serving up a fantastic mix of local and international cuisine.
The Karen neighbourhood’s trendy Talisman eaterie is a good place to start your gastronomic journey here, with feta and coriander samosas and pork belly among its specialities.
For some of the best seafood in Nairobi, make your way to Mama Oliech. This Kilimani-based restaurant’s signature dish is deep-fried tilapia fish from Kenya’s Lake Nakuru.
The warm waters of the Indian Ocean attract a wealth of marine life to Kenya’s shores. Visit Mombasa for sun-kissed beaches, paradise bays and spectacular dive sites. Novice divers can keep to the coastal shallows, while more experienced underwater adventurers can explore offshore wrecks and colourful reefs.
Whale sharks, the world’s largest fish, can be spotted along this stretch of coastline, while rare species of sea turtle use Mombasa’s beaches as a nesting ground.
Base yourself in the capital for a luxury holiday in Kenya. The palatial Villa Rosa Kempinski is a five-star hotel with stunning suites and a host of impressive facilities.
Recharge your batteries with a full spa treatment or go for a swim in the outdoor pool before dining at one of the hotel’s four restaurants, offering a range of international cuisine.
Nairobi has a great selection of three and four-star hotels. If you’re planning on doing some wildlife watching, check out the four-star Mash Park Hotel Nairobi – it’s just three miles (five kilometres) from Nairobi National Park.
The three-star Monarch Hotel is in the Kilimani neighbourhood, with amenities including a fitness centre and a restaurant called The Royal Pot.
Sun-kissed sands and wonderful hotels make Mombasa perfect for a family holiday in Kenya. The four-star Mombasa Continental Resort delivers stunning views of the Indian Ocean and has a fun-packed entertainment programme for children.
For five-star luxury, look no further than The Sands at Nomad. This boutique hotel has a dream location on Diani Beach and sits near acres of coastal forest.
The currency used in Kenya is the Kenyan shilling (KES). Shillings are divided into 100 cents. ATMs are mainly found in towns and cities.
Public holidays observed in Kenya include Labour Day (1 May), Madaraka Day (1 June), Kenyatta Day (20 October) and Independence Day (12 December).
Two official languages are spoken in Kenya, Bantu Swahili and English. A dialect called Kenyan English has been shaped by local languages such as Kiswahili and Kikuyu.
Long-haul buses and trains are the best way to travel overland between destinations. In city centres, taxis or matatus minibuses are the most common mode of transport.
Kenyan cuisine is a mix of traditional tribal recipes, influences from the nation’s colonial past and spicy elements often found in Indian cooking.
Be sure to try the Kenyan take on Indian samosas, while street markets are invariably filled with the aroma of freshly grilled corn skewers. Corn, peas and rice are common ingredients in many of the country’s favourite dishes.
Maharagwe is a popular evening meal. A cross between a soup and a stew, this hearty bean dish is bursting with flavour and comes in meat or vegetable varieties. Irio, mashed peas and potatoes, is frequently served with meat stews.
There are plenty of opportunities to watch conservation in action during holidays in Kenya. Whether you join a guided tour or travel to one of the many sanctuaries and nature reserves, you’ll see how the country is safeguarding the future of its much-loved animals.
A must-visit is Nairobi’s Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where orphaned elephants and rhinos are rehabilitated all year round.
A trip to the Mount Kenya Wildlife Conservancy, near the town of northern Nanyuki, will give you further insight into the impressive work being done by experts in this field.
Nairobi has got you covered when it comes to culture in Kenya. The National Museum is situated just outside the city centre and houses a superb array of exhibits, from tribal artefacts to early human fossils.
The Karen Blixen Museum tells the story of the Danish author who wrote Out of Africa. Transport enthusiasts will love the Railway Museum, where a steam train used in the film adaptation of Blixen’s book is a must-see.
If you’re travelling to Mombasa, why not make room in your schedule for a visit to the museum at the city’s 16th century Fort Jesus site?
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