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Kenyan Riviera Safari and
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Are you looking for Kenya Safari and Beach Holidays? The Kenyan Riviera is the best destination to immerse yourself in a world of natural beauty and wildlife during your holiday, where you can witness impressive wildlife scenes as well as learn about the traditions and culture of the area.
Kenya is one of the most biodiverse African countries on the continent. An exceptional habitat with breathtaking landscapes and many national parks where you can get to know in depth the flora and fauna of the area in a way never seen before.
In addition to wildlife and stunning scenery, the Kenyan Riviera is home to some of the best beaches in Kenya. Dive into the Indian Ocean and explore the exotic flora and fauna that live along the Kenyan coast.
Kenya Safari Meet the big five
The Kenya Safaris will offer you unique moments. You will have the opportunity to witness Africa's "Big Five" - lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino - up close. .
These majestic creatures roam freely across the plains and savannah of Kenya's wildlife parks. The magnificent conditions of these safaris allow you to observe at close quarters how these animals behave in their natural environment.
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Kenya safari moments Morning & Afternoon Safaris
Kenyan Riviera safaris offer many options for unforgettable memories during your visit to the area's wildlife parks. The best times to enjoy the wilderness and its extraordinary wildlife are in the early morning or late afternoon, as the animals seek shelter from the heat in the dense undergrowth at midday.
Morning and evening safaris allow you to observe one of the greatest attractions of the African continent, its spectacular sunrises and sunsets surrounded by a unique natural landscape.
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More than the Big Five
Kenya's safaris offer a complete experience for adventurers and true nature lovers. During your holiday, you can collect unforgettable memories in these parks and nature reserves surrounded by unique flora and fauna.
Tsavo National Park East and West
The closest safari area to the Kenyan Riviera
Mida creek
One of the largest mangrove areas in the world
Natural Reserve Shimba Hills
Discover the largest number of African elephants in Kenya
Arabuko Sokoke Natural Park
Chyulu Hills is known as the green grasslands of Africa
Chyulu Hills National Park
Chyulu Hills is known as the green grasslands of Africa
Amboseli National Park
The closest point to Mount Kilimanjaro from the Kenyan Riviera
Tsavo National Park East and West
This park is the closest safari area to the Kenyan Riviera. Here you will find herds of elephants, hippos, crocodiles and many more species of animals.
This location offers a wide range of activities to enjoy to the fullest. Visitors can explore the park on foot, horseback or 4x4. There is also the possibility of hiking and climbing in the park.
The western part of Tsavo National Park offers visitors a privileged location for bird watching. Among the activities available are the hiking trails along the nature trails surrounded by exceptional flora. You can also go fly-fishing in the streams where brown trout and arcons live.
Mida Creek
Mida Creek is one of the most visited creeks in Kenya, situated in the Arabuko Sokoke indigenous forest, close to the Kenyan Riviera. This natural area is one of the largest mangrove areas in the world.
This ecosystem, together with the Arabuko Sokoke forest, forms the UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and an international bird area, where more than 65 species stop over during their migration every year.
Natural Reserve Shimba Hills
This nature reserve in the south of the Kenyan Riviera is one of the largest coastal forests in East Africa. In this nature reserve, you will find the largest number of African elephants in Kenya. You can also see sable antelope, elephant shrews, bushy tailed mongoose and other small mammals like fruit bats.
This nature reserve is also known to be an important birding area and is endowed with an immense forest avifauna, where you can find species such as red-necked-Spur fowl, Croaking Cisticola and Zanzibar Red Bishop. Other attractions include the picturesque Sheldrick Falls and the dense Mwaluganje Forest.
Arabuko Sokoke Natural Park
The Arabuko Sokoke forest is the largest in the whole of East Africa. The Arabuko Sokoke Nature Park is located in the Kilifi district. In this natural environment you will find a great biodiversity of birds, butterflies, amphibians and plants. Kenya and the Kenyan Riviera area are a must for bird and nature lovers.
In this natural environment you will find a great biodiversity of birds, butterflies, amphibians and plants. Kenya and the Kenyan Riviera area is a must for bird and nature lovers.
Chyulu Hills National Park
Chyulu Hills is known as the green grasslands of Africa. In this nature reserve, you will find the green hills that offer a breathtaking picture postcard view for nature lovers, with Mount Kilimanjaro in the background.
Among the species that can be spotted in this large nature reserve are buffalo, bushbucks, elephants, leopards, giant forest hogs, bush pigs, reed bucks and giraffes. In this large habitat, you can enjoy exploring the area on foot or on horseback. There are also climbing excursions for the more adventurous.
Amboseli National Park
Known as the home of the African elephant, Amboseli National Park is the closest point to Mount Kilimanjaro from the Kenyan Riviera. The name 'Amboseli' comes from a Maasai word meaning 'salt dust', and it is one of the best places in Africa to see large herds of elephants up close.
In this wilderness, nature lovers can explore five different ecosystems, ranging from the dried-up Amboseli lake bed, wetlands with sulphur springs, savannah and woodlands. They can also visit the Maasai community living around the park and learn about their culture.
Kenya's coastal beaches The African Caribbean
The Kenyan Riviera is one of the few places in the world where you can combine the majesty of safaris with paradisiacal beach environments. Spots like Golden Sands, Watamu Beach or Love Island will allow you to enjoy the best moments of relaxation and the most impressive sunsets.
But there is still more. The beaches of the Kenyan Riviera are an exceptional setting for diving, snorkelling and water sports. Lovers of disciplines such as Kitesurfing, Windsurfing or Paddle Surfing come every year to the Kenyan coast to enjoy their passion.
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the safaris?
In the Kenyan Riviera you will find a wide variety of safaris to enjoy during your stay.
Kenya's best-known safaris are very close to the Ugandan border, with views of Mount Kilimanjaro. The furthest from the Kenyan Riviera area is Amboseli Park (01). Also overlooking Kilimanjaro and closer to the Kenyan Riviera are Tsavo West & East National Park (02) and Chyulu Hills (03).
The closest safari park to the coast is the Arabuko Sokoke Natural Park (04). On the Kenyan Riviera is Mida Creek (05). The last safari area on the Kenyan coast is Shimba Hills National Reserve (06).
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