There are two (2) deserts in Kenya: Chalbi and Nyiri desert. These regions are characterized by warm to very hot temperatures with cooler nights.
World Elephant Day is celebrated on August 12 every year. The day is dedicated to the preservation and protection of the planet’s elephants.
As an incredible tourist destination, Nairobi has a lot to offer to everyone who decides to spend their ample time in this East African city. A discerning horseback experience in Nairobi is a great way to embrace the cool air, enjoy the region’s beautiful landscape and feel at one with the indigenous people.
A new study from money.co.uk has ranked Kenya the sixth world’s most naturally beautiful country in the world with a natural beauty score of 6.70 /10. The study was based on the number of volcanoes, mountain ranges, coral reefs and other beautiful natural things per 100,000 square kilometres in each country. The research also totted up the number of protected areas in each place.
The jewel in the crown of Central Kenya is Mount Kenya which, at 5,199m is Africa’s second highest mountain and one of the top destinations to visit in Kenya. It is certainly a much more challenging and interesting climb than the ‘walk-up’ that is used to reach the summit of Africa’s highest peak, Mount Kilimanjaro. As a consequence of the glacial activity, there are several glacial lakes and tarns on Mount Kenya.
Get acquainted with the hypnotizing natural phenomenon of waterfalls in Kenya, graciously provided by nature. The waterfalls are at their scenic best during rainy phases. Some of the most breath-taking natural waterfalls in the country can be found in the Kenyan mountain ranges.
Kenya is a land of tremendous topography and remarkable culture. The East Africa’s favorite safari destination borders Tanzania to the south, Uganda to the west, South Sudan and Ethiopia to the north and the Indian Ocean lies to its southeast.
Lake Turkana is one of the natural wonders of the world which lies at Kenya’s far Northern border. The lake is located in the Kenyan Rift Valley and it’s the world’s largest alkaline and permanent desert lake.
Under the clear blue skies and in the heart of the magical Kerio Valley sits the only ox-bow lake in Kenya, Lake Kamnarok. The freshwater lake is housed by the breathtaking Lake Kamnarok National Reserve situated in Baringo County, Rift Valley region.