About
Kenya is a country in East Africa, known to many visitors first for its wildlife safaris and for the long-distance runners who have made it a name in athletics. Its official languages are English and Swahili, which makes it an approachable destination for travellers who speak English, though learning a few words of Swahili is a warm gesture that locals tend to appreciate.
What a visit offers
Safari is the reason many people come. Kenya's national parks and reserves give visitors the chance to see large animals in open landscapes, and a game drive is usually the highlight of a trip. Choose a trip with a licensed guide who knows the parks, and plan to rise early, when wildlife is most active and the light is at its best.
- Wildlife: game drives and quiet hours watching animals on the open plains.
- Running: the country's runners are a source of national pride, and the athletics tradition is part of its public life.
- Language: English is widely spoken in business, government and tourism, so most visitors can find their way with ease.
Planning your trip
Kenya is large and varied, so it helps to decide early which parts you want to see. Travel between parks often takes longer than the distance on a map suggests, and it is worth allowing time for roads and transfers. A good local operator can arrange routes, vehicles and accommodation so the days run smoothly.
Whatever you choose, allow room in your schedule for the unexpected. Kenya rewards visitors who take their time, and the most memorable moments often come when the plan has a little space in it.
