Luxury Kenya Holidays

At the top of a lot of people’s bucket lists is the annual migration of the Masai Mara’s wildebeest, zebra and antelope, which is known as the “Greatest Show on Earth”. Over 1.5 million wildebeest, thousands of gazelle and zebra migrate over the Serengeti plains to reach the grasslands in Kenya.

Head out on a jeep and enjoy the jaw dropping scenery and diverse wildlife across one of Kenya’s 40 safari parks. Hear the call of exotic birds, watch huge prides of lions basking in the sunshine with their cubs or watch larger than life hippos yawning in the Great Rift Valley.

The Masai Mara National Reserve is home to the semi-nomadic Masai people and to really experience their culture, why not include a trip out to one of their tribal villages? The tribes are open, kind and welcoming to outsiders, making it the perfect way to get to understand a new way of life.

If safaris aren’t your game, we recommend spending your Keyna holidays retreating to the south coast where pristine and soft white sandy beaches await. Visit Diani Beach, a cove filled with natural beauty and gorgeous coral reefs, perfect for snorkelling or diving. Or soak up the beach life of Mombasa and enjoy that warm sunshine and sparkling sea.

Located on Lamu Island, this historic and quaint town is perfect for long weekends and quiet getaways. Surrounded by pristine beaches and offering a vibrant culture, the closed courtyards and intricately carved doorways offer a lovely labyrinth to get lost in while you soak up the history of the area.

If you want to double down on historical sites, the Gedi Ruins are worth a visit. Built 1,000 years ago during the Ottoman rule, these ancient buildings lie on the Kenyan shore and offer an amazing insight into ancient Africa. Nestled amongst the baobab trees, it’s an idyllic retreat into the forest filled with trails and friendly locals. These ruins are also home to a local population of monkeys that are always a hit with any visitors.

Travel to Kenya in July and August to see one of the greatest movements of wildlife in the world - the great migration in the Masai Mara.

This is a two-day event held at the end of May every year for motorsports enthusiasts.

Held every year by the Kenya National Museum, this festival exhibits the artworks, architectural designs, traditional artefacts and paintings done by artists from the East African Region.

Held every year at the Kenyatta International Conference Center, groups are selected from different schools, colleges and universities through regional competitions. Selected groups compete with each other and the competition may be dance-oriented, vocal or instrumental.

Ugali is a staple starch cornmeal made with maize flour, usually served as a white stiff porridge, good for dipping in stews or making into a makeshift spoon when you eat with your hands.

Nyama Choma, Swahili for ‘roast meat’, is usually beef, goat or occasionally chicken cooked on a flavoursome Swahili barbeque. Enjoy with a beer, and slowly dig in, piece by piece.