When you think of travel in Africa, you think of animals, safaris, and proud tribal cultures. Well where in Africa can you get to see all of that? In Kenya, of course. But Kenya will surprise you and change your whole attitude to Africa. You will see what you wanted to see, but you will also learn and experience more than you bargained for, and be richer for it.

Kenya borders Ethiopia, Somalia, Tanzania, Uganda, and Sudan; any more diverse range of African countries can hardly be imagined. Kenya also borders Indian Ocean to southeast.

Kenya was colonized by both European powers like Portuguese, Germans, and British, as well as by Arabs from Oman. All these have left both cultural and demographic traces on Kenya. Institutions of the country are mostly based on British models, while there are large and prosperous Indian and Arab communities. Since independence Kenya has remained peaceful and stable generally, in spite few instances of internal violence and tension with neighbors. This makes it the ideal country to visit in Africa.

Kenyan geography is varied and range from tropical sea coasts to some of the highest points and arid places in Africa, not to mention the glaciers. Fertile Great Rift Valley cuts across Kenya.

However it is wild life that attracts the tourists most. Masai Mara is just the most famous and greatest of the several animal rich habitants in Kenya. You can see almost all types of African animals in Kenya; Lions, Elephants, Rhinos, Giraffes, Cheetahs, Buffalos, Wildebeests, Various birds and reptiles. Make sure that you make an effort to see them all.

Cultural diversity of Kenya will also surprise you. In addition to well known notable tribes like Maasai and Swahili there are numerous other tribes and communities. Be sure to check distinctive Kenyan foods.

You will find that tourism is well developed in Kenya and fine-tuned to serve your every need. This will enhance your enjoyment even further.