Nairobi, Kenya’s vibrant capital, serves as the perfect entry point to the country’s wildlife and natural wonders. From here, explore the Maasai Mara, Rift Valley lakes, or central highlands. The city offers its own attractions too, including views of Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya, the Karen Blixen Museum, and Nairobi National Park, where elephants and rhinos roam against a city skyline. Don’t miss the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust for close-up encounters with orphaned elephants and rhinos.

Highlights

• Major transportation hub connecting to Kenya’s top destinations
• Kilimanjaro and Mount Kenya visible on clear days
• Nairobi National Park for urban wildlife experiences
• Karen Blixen Museum and Ngong Hills nearby
• David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust for elephant and rhino encounters

A Trilogy of Sanctuaries in the Mara

The Greater Mara Ecosystem combines Maasai Mara National Reserve and surrounding Mara Conservancies into a premier wildlife sanctuary. Famous for the annual Great Migration of wildebeest and zebra from the Serengeti, the Maasai Mara offers abundant wildlife and a variety of lodges. The conservancies, formed through agreements with local landowners, provide intimate safari experiences with limited lodges, supporting sustainable tourism. The Mara Triangle, a 510 km² area managed by the Mara Conservancy, features just one lodge and one camp, ensuring private and exclusive game drives.

Highlights

• Abundant wildlife with diverse lodge options
• Exclusive experiences in the Mara Triangle with minimal visitors
• Conservancies promote community upliftment and conservation
• Limited tourism impact with restrictions on camp spacing and vehicle numbers

A Dazzling Chain of Island Paradises

The Zanzibar Archipelago is made up of a chain of islands in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Tanzania. Centuries ago, the island was an important area for the spice trade, first with the Arab world since the eleventh century, before falling under the rule of Arab sultans who reigned over the islands for a number of years, integrating with the local Swahili.

Highlights

• The Zanzibar Archipelago offers superb beaches, warm, tranquil waters and the ultimate Indian ocean island getaway
• The different islands that are part of the archipelago offer an array of different attractions unique to each island 
• Stone Town is recognised as a UNESO World Heritage Site 
• Get lost in labyrinth streets, night markets, and local food vendors