
By Luxe Africa Safaris
Masai Mara
The Masai Mara is Kenya’s most famous nature reserve. It evokes the senses and inspire bucket list dreams. If you are dreaming about a safari, you are most probably dreaming of the Masai Mara. It is classic savannah with plenty of animals and spectacular vistas. Masai Mara is also the site of one of the most spectacular animal migrations in the world and home to a high concentration of the ’big five’ including lion, elephant, leopard, buffalo and rhino.
Samburu National Reserve
This arid northern area offers a wealth of animals, good game viewing, and a highly contrasting landscape with intimidating hills, mountains and majestic elephants. Samburu is remote, off the main tourist route and offers great cultural interaction and experiences.
Lewa Conservancy
Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, located in northern Kenya, is a pioneering model of community-based conservation and sustainable wildlife management. In addition to its conservation efforts, Lewa is recognized for its sustainable tourism practices, with eco-friendly lodges and camps offering luxurious accommodations amidst the breathtaking scenery.
Laikipia region
Laikipia is a massive region consisting of private ranches, communal gazing areas and game reserves forming an area larger than any national park in the country. In general, a stay in Laikipia is more about the stunning scenery, cultural experiences and activities, with areas such as the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Ol Pejeta and Solio offering excellent game-viewing. In fact, these areas are some of the most reliable in all of Africa to see not only see rhino, but also to get an in-depth look at conservation work in action.
The Lewa/Borana landscape offers guests the trip of a lifetime with its unforgettable combination of scenery, superb game viewing, excellent hospitality and conservation education.
Meru National Park
Made famous by conservationists George and Joy Adamson and the film and book Born Free, the story of Elsa the lioness, Meru National Park has 13 rivers and supports a wide range of diverse habitats.
Amboseli National Park
Positioned in the south of Kenya on the border with Tanzania, Amboseli National Park has spectacular views of the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kilimanjaro – Africa’s tallest mountain.
Tsavo National Park
Combined, Tsavo East and Tsavo West make Kenya’s biggest park, one of the world’s largest game sanctuaries. Despite this, the parks have a lower population of wildlife and difficult to spot the animals in the dense acacia.
Lake Nakuru National Park
Lake Nakuru, centerpiece of the national park by the same name, is most famous for the two million or so flamingos that feast on the lake’s algae.
Nairobi National Park
Nairobi National Park is a remarkable wildlife reserve located just a short drive from the heart of Kenya’s capital city.