Enjoy an African adventure in Kenya
Book flights to Kenya and experience one of the world’s most famous wilderness escapes. Explore vast savannahs, scale a snow-capped mountain or relax on white sands near turquoise shores.
Visit spectacular Lake Victoria, or see conservation in action at one of Kenya’s many wildlife sanctuaries.
Tour the Masai Mara National Reserve between July and October to see thousands of migrating antelopes and zebras or witness a flurry of pink flamingos at the Lake Nakuru National Park.
Amboseli National Park, meanwhile, is home to herds of elephants, big cats and flocks of exotic birds.
Move from desert to beach and dive into the Indian Ocean to find a sea of colour to explore. Hike in Mount Kenya national park, walking against the backdrop of soaring peaks. The possibilities are endless.
Begin your wild adventure today by booking a flight to Kenya with Etihad Airways.
Flying to Kenya with Etihad
Nairobi (NBO)
Where better to start your Kenyan journey than in the country’s capital city? When you fly to Nairobi, you’ll land at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. This is Kenya’s largest airport, located just nine miles from the city centre. Nairobi’s cosmopolitan hustle and bustle has everything from chic shopping malls to traditional Maasai markets.
Mombasa (MBA)
Fly to Mombasa, Kenya’s second largest city, for safaris and sunbathing. Landing at Moi International Airport opens a gateway to the best of Kenya’s top attractions. Head out on safari or take your beach towel to Kenya’s 300 miles of coastline for some of the world’s best beaches.
Kisumu (KIS)
Flying to Kisumu puts you just a few miles away from Lake Victoria, one of Africa’s great lakes. As well as the fantastic scenery, this is also the place to spot hippos, Nile crocodiles and the giant Nile perch fish, which can reach six feet in length.
Reasons to visit Kenya
Seek out the ‘Big Five’
Book flight tickets to Kenya and seek out Africa’s ‘Big Five’ game animals. Seeing elephants, lions, leopards, rhinos and cape buffalo on safari is a magical, once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Giraffe Manor just outside Nairobi is one of the world’s most unique hotels, where rare Rothschild giraffes join hotel guests as they eat breakfast every morning. Wherever you are in Kenya, you’re sure to catch a glimpse of nature that you’ll treasure forever.
Explore the national parks
Kenya is famous for its wildlife and open African plains, which are easily accessible from its airports. Wherever you fly to, don’t miss the chance to explore some of the many national parks.
Safari guides will help you spot some of the country’s most stunning wildlife or, if you’re feeling adventurous, go guide-free at Hell’s Gate National Park, which is Kenya’s only park where you can set off on a solo expedition – walk or cycle and enjoy the dramatic scenery.
Cool off in Kenya’s quirky caves
A flight to Kenya lands you in one of the world’s hottest countries, so what better way to cool off than by exploring some of Kenya’s unusual caves?
Kitum Cave is actually 600 feet of tunnels cut into Mount Elgon – not by humans, but by elephants. Each night, animals gather to lick the salt walls.
For a sophisticated dining experience, head to Diani Beach for a meal at Ali Barbour’s Cave Restaurant. Lying more than 30 feet underground, this ancient coral cave serves meals by candlelight.
Flying to Kenya: FAQs
Where should I go on safari in Kenya?
Kenya’s most popular safari park is the Masai Mara. The reserve has plenty of wildlife and numbers are boosted dramatically between July and October when the zebra and wildebeest migrate through the park. For fewer people and a more serene wildlife encounter, Meru National park has the Big Five (lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, buffalo), plus zebra, kudu and giraffes.
How do you get from Nairobi to Mombasa?
There used to be an overnight train between the two cities but this has been replaced by a high-speed service which takes around four-and-a-half hours. There are also internal flights available, with a journey time of around an hour.
What should I pack for a trip to Kenya?
Fly to Kenya with clothes that are suitable for a safari – you’ll want to blend in with your surroundings, so avoid bright colours. Loose, comfortable clothes are best for the heat. Bring layers for cooler evenings and some beachwear for making the most of Kenya’s pristine sands.