Is your image of a Kenyan safari that of a whistle-stop beach and bush tour wedged into a mini-bus with a group of noisy strangers intent only on 'ticking off' the game from the list at the back of their guidebook? It's a slight exaggeration, but the picture often springs most readily to mind.

 

And with good reason, too, because 'packages' of this kind were once typical Kenyan tourist fare. There was nothing wrong with them either; they were affordable, did the job, and could be booked quickly and easily 'off the shelf' at your local tour agent. But times have changed. And today, travelers are looking for something slightly different. Something slightly more 'off the beaten track.'

 

No matter where your Safari takes you, it will be nearly impossible to match Kenya's rich culture and cuisine. Those who have traveled this route would agree that this side of Africa has electric energy, made even more apparent by its perfectly posed wildlife and fearless safari leaders.

 

Let me first pose this question to you. Do you know what brings most travelers to Africa?

 

I hope you are among the list of such travelers, whose apparent reason is Kenya's plethora of safaris promising front-row views to hair-raising wildlife.

Tell me this is your motivation to travel to Africa, and you're in luck!

 

Kenya and, Indeed, Eastern Africa is home to many reserves and national parks that strive to protect these species while providing a safe opportunity for foreigners to experience them up close and personal.

 

Many game parks in Africa give an option for self-driving. While this may appeal to locals and experienced tour guides, tourists will likely enjoy exploring these zones more by embarking on a guided tour with trained professionals who know the landscape and have studied the animals' patterns.

 

It is arguably the best route to choose a typical land-led safari in a four-wheel drive, open-sided vehicle. An experienced guide will navigate this new environment so that your only worry is whether you remember to pack the correct camera lens.

 

Choosing this approach to a safari will allow you to keep your eyes peeled for the eccentric wildlife you don't usually see daily. On an extended safari tour like our trips offer, in which several days will be spent engaging in game viewing, the guides will have previously handpicked the best destinations and viewing times for unearthing Eastern Africa's marvels.

 

Kenya has some of the finest game parks in the world, home to some of her last great tropical forests, excels in flora, offers unrivaled marine discoveries, has over 1,000 species of birds, and offers historical wonders that range from the very cradle of humanity to the ancient- sea-going dhows with a treasure trove of forts, pillars, and tombs in between.

 

A few locations where you'll spot this wildlife during your game drives include Masai Mara National Reserve, Serengeti National Park, Amboseli National Park, and more. Keep your eyes peeled for rhinos, lions, elephants, buffalo, and leopards.

 

Before you leave, conquer your fear of heights by signing up for a sunrise balloon safari. You can spot these majestic creatures from a new angle above the vast landscape. If this isn't convincing enough, you'll receive a champagne breakfast upon your safe landing.

 

What's more, if you can plan with a local agent, you are flexible – less likely to stick to the rigidly prescribed tourist 'hotspots. You will be more able to strike out on the road less traveled, to stay in a unique accommodation, to travel via a choice of alternative means, and to discover for yourself the rich tapestry of the local heritage that lies along the way.

 

Nor is it essential to pre-book everything, although to pre-book is better; you do not have to despair if you don't. As for the options, they are as endless as the vistas.

 

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Upon finalization of your tour plan with the travel agent, you will realize that what is in store for you is a combination of wild bush safaris, trekking safaris, and beach safaris. During your game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park, you will encounter countless bird species, black and white rhinos, and other diverse mammals; this national wonder speaks to the incredible range of African scenery.

 

Driving southwest of Lake Nakuru National Park, you arrive in Maasai Mara National Reserve, a preserved savanna bordering Tanzania. A safari in this reserve will expose you to the sights you may typically picture when imagining this type of adventure.

 

During the numerous game drives through dotted trees and savannah grass under the sun's scorch, expect zebras, elephants, hippos, lions, and cheetahs traversing through these wide-open spaces alongside your open-air vehicle.

 

Now, luck may have you sighted all the Big 5. But, you'd be more tempted by the pitch of your guide about the Amboseli Elephants - which will raise your curiosity to Head Now to Amboseli National Par.

 

Here, you'll commence a safari, primarily passing by packs of majestic elephants and other safari animals. Aside from the guaranteed elephant sightings, however, locals and tourists alike are stunned by the views of Mount Kilimanjaro and its snowy peak in the distance.

 

Noted as the home of the African elephant, Amboseli National Park does not skim on splendor. Because of these massive attractions, the park has become one of Kenya's premier safari and wildlife viewing destinations.

 

One more additional option is a hot air balloon safari, which is offered in select parks. These sunrise escapades provide a birds-eye view of the landscape and the animals' morning habits. It is an excellent add-on to one's safari experience, as sightseers can observe a new perspective of the plains and celebrate their landing with a champagne breakfast.

 

 

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We tailor adventure safaris to suit all tastes, from camel to bikes, photography art, and from child-friendly to honeymoon romantic.

With vast options and viewpoints to tour travel and adventure, we've taken an entirely new tourism direction; not only do we believe in eco-tourism, but we are firm in the practice of eco-friendly pursuits.

 

We are also committed to building community-related projects that benefit the local population, the indigenous wildlife, and the Natural Biosphere, such as the Tasia lodge in Kenya's Northern Laikipia district, built entirely from local materials on a community-owned ranch run solely by and for the members of the community.

Finally, how do you know if you can trust your overseas travel agent?

 

 

Most reputable agents belong to such world-recognized agencies such as the International Air Transport Association (IATA), The Kenya Association of Tour Guide Operators (KATO), and or The Kenya Association Of Travel Agents (KATA) or can be checked out through essential inquiry to Kenya's Travel Regulation Authority (TRA).

 

Once you identify the agent to work with, the rest becomes easy. While you may not be able to pop in and talk face-to-face with your Kenya travel Advisor, with online options like Email, WhatsApp, and the Internet -  you can complete your booking.

 

We hope this information has been helpful, and as you plan to visit Kenya for an ecstatic adventurous safari, Blavals Adventure will be your preferred choice.