World Cup 2010 Kenya Gears Up Marketing As A Stop Over AttractionThere is no event like the soccer world cup. All the others, the Olympics, world athletics championship, continental soccer derbies may come close but none ever gets quite there. The world cup is in a class of its own.
Mysterious Hot Water Geysers Of The Kenyan Rift ValleyOne of the most conspicuous occurrences of the great rift valley is its many lakes. Every few kilometres down the floor of the rift valley one finds a lake. In Kenya, five lakes namely, Baringo, Bogoria, Nakuru, Elementaita and Naivasha occur within a span of forty kilometres. The lakes are known all over the world for being pivotal to the regions ecosystem.
In The Jungle friends need not be acquitancesOne of the biggest lessons when in the midst of the untamed world is the accurate interpretation of sites and sounds. The behaviour of monkeys, birds, small animals and antelopes are mostly in reaction to occurrences to their immediate neighbourhood.
Viewing Mount Kilimanjaro, Where Is The Ideal View Point?When one mentions viewing mount Kilimanjaro, what comes to mind is a journey to Tanzania, to either Arusha or the nearby town of Moshi. The towns are at the foot of the mountain or at the nearest one can get at the forest edge on the Tanzanian side. It is a distance away from the road and quite a disappointment for mountain viewers
The Pilgrims To Uganda Rising Every YearIn 1886, the Kabaka, ruler of the Uganda's Baganda people ordered the killing through burning, of 45 Ugandan Catholics because of their faith. The Christians from Uganda were declared martyrs and their deaths are commemorated every year on the third of June. Martyrs day is not only a public holiday in Uganda, but it has become a regional source of religious tourism.
Nairobi The Kenya Capital Gradually Changing FaceThe capital city of the Republic Of Kenya is gradually changing its face. After years of neglect and poor management in the 1990's, Nairobi is now reclaiming its lost glory. By the year 2002, the city was characterized by heaps of garbage in every street.
Conservative Kenyans Could Be Missing A PointThe Ark of the Covenant is described in the Bible as a sacred container, wherein rested the Tablets of stone containing the Ten Commandments as well as other sacred Israelite pieces. According to the Biblical account, the Ark was built at the command of God, in accord with Moses' prophetic vision on Mount Sinai (Exodus 25:9-10). God communicated with Moses 'from between the two cherubim' on the Ar
Virgin Atlantic Boss Campaigns For Kenya TourismThe British high profile individuals continue to render a lot of support to the ailing tourism sector in Kenya. Virgin Atlantic boss sir Richard Branson has added his influence and wealth to the campaign. Apart from building a hotel in the famous Maasai Mara national park, Sir Richard is committing about a quarter of a million British pounds in direct marketing of the country.
Safari Rally Set To Return To The World ChampionshipsKenya's safari rally, the once famous and popular world championship event has been fighting unsuccessfully to get back to its lost status. The Safari lost its place in the world rally series after the government of Kenya failed to provide enough funding for the event.
Mombasa, The Celebrity Secret Hide AwayMay be it is the good weather. It could be the white sands, the soothing sensation of walking bare feet on the beaches. It could also be the ability to shake off the press and have quiet moments to oneself that makes Mombasa such a popular destination for celebrities. Beach sports, both water and land are available in abundance.
Malindi, The Italian Home Away From HomeKenya has many exclusive sites spread all over the country. Many have been made famous by their initial visitors, unique sites or rich wildlife. Some owe their fame to location or excellent weather. History is a factor in some, with ancient ruins of buildings being an attraction. The hospitality and the warmth of the Kenyan people is known all over the world. Rarely does a location combine all tha
Amboseli, The Elephant Sanctuary Like No OtherThe African elephant is the biggest land animal on earth. With adult males weighing as much as seven tonnes, and with a height of well over two metres at the shoulder, the jumbo is no doubt an awesome sight. When watching the animals at close range, it is even more exciting. This is what Amboseli national park promises the visitor.
Why Amboseli National Park Kenya is A Must VisitWatching elephant herds and the spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro is the reason thousands of tourists visit the Amboseli National Park Kenya. The Amboseli National Park Kenya is 392 square kilometers in size of dramatically arid to semi arid surroundings and is also the heartland of the Masai nomadic community. During the mostly dry seasons, vegetation is scarce and sometimes rare making spot
Where Wonders never cease: Experience the 7th Wonder of the WorldThe Masai Mara National Reserve is on the lips of every tourist destined to Kenya. It is actually the reason why thousands of tourists are jetting into the country daily from all over the world. It was only recently declared the 7th Wonder of the World. This Reserve is a perfect example of Savannah grasslands of the African plateau.
Wildebeest Migration in the Masai MaraThe wildebeest is a social animal, Seen in the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya and the Serengeti Game Reserve in Tanzania Grazing with other herbivorous like the Zebra, Gazelle, Oryx, and others. The wildebeest stick together in tens of thousands often moving in the same direction as they constantly forage for pasture and water, creating a sensational picture that is beautiful to behold. Unli
Backpacking Tents Made Awesomely User-FriendlyBackpacking tents, (usually nylon) designed specifically for hikers and backpackers in mind, can be a backpacker's best friend. Sure, there are alternative ways to spend a night in the woods. Many fast and light hikers are relying on bivy bags to keep themselves warm, nesting their sleeping bags inside waterproof bags and eschewing a tent all together. However, these weight watchers often wake
Close Encounters With the Wild: Amboseli National ParkWatching elephant herds and the spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro is the reason thousands of tourists visit the Amboseli National Park. The Amboseli National Park is 392 square kilometers in size of dramatically arid to semi arid surroundings and is also the heartland of the Masai nomadic community. During the mostly dry seasons, the Amboseli National Park Vegetation is scarce and sometimes r
The Last Remnants of an ornithologist's ParadiseLake Nakuru National Park is one of the last remaining bird sanctuaries in the world today. The pulsating rose-tinted glow of a million flamingoes, feeding within blue-hued alkaline waters, creates the greatest bird spectacle on earth! an ornithologist's paradise. Lake Nakuru is an equally rewarding game-viewing arena and sanctuary for rare black and white rhino's. Within the ancient landscape kno
An insight into the 7th wonder of the worldThe wildebeest is a social animal, seen in the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya and the Serengeti Game Reserve in Tanzania Grazing with other herbivorous like the Zebra, Gazelle, Oryx, and others. The wildebeest stick together in tens of thousands often moving in the same direction as they constantly forage for pasture and water, creating a sensational picture that is beautiful to behold. Unli
Shooting wildlife the photography way in Kenya.When I first thought about doing wildlife photography in Kenya I was a bit stuck for inspiration. I was in the middle of the city with no wildlife in sight, unless you counted the people milling all around me, and I wasn't due up for another long vacation in Kenya for at least a few months yet. So obviously wildlife photography in Kenya, in the wilderness was out of question, but someone very help
Kakamega Forest Reserve Eco tourA beautiful pristine rain forest with a myriad variety of birds, animals and butterflies.
Kakamega Forest Reserve is home to the almost extinct De Brazza's monkey, the red tailed monkey, black and white colobus monkey, fruit bats and flying squirrels. However, the mother of all attractions is the bird watching excursions in the Kakamega Forest Reserve. This reserve boasts to over 330 bird speci
A Tented wildernessIf you are looking for a delightful and adventurous way to spend your vacations in Kenya, it would be fun to choose tented camping sites which are pitched on specific grounds with nice scenic views of grasslands and mountainous ranges. You will watch game streaming around watering holes at night as you enjoy lavish dinner and entertainment.
An Environmental safari in Kenya.Ever heard of the famous Professor Wangari Maathai? She is a Nobel Peace Price Laureate, former Member of the Kenyan Parliament, the founder and leader of the Green Belt Movement. With so many attributes to her name, she is the so down to earth Lady that you may not pick up from the large crowds she pulls campaigning for the conservation of the environment both globally and in Kenya, where she was
Kenya: The Man Eaters Of Tsavo Still Live OnOne of the most distinct characteristics of the African lion is its mane. The thick hair that grows around the head of the male lions, is a unique identity of its presence and signifies the state of health, age and sends a clear message to rivals about who is in charge. It is thick and has black hair for the lions that are in their prime. The mane is truly the crown of the king of the jungle.
Danger From The Most Unlikely QuartersThe giraffe is one of the easy animals to find in various kenyan parks. It is easily identified by its long neck and beautiful spots. It has a such graceful walk and and almost a friendly glance to you from up there. But like all the animals in the park, never cross the giraffe in the wrong way.
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