Top 10 Things to Do in Kenya

Kenya offers a variety of things to do for travelers and adventurous people alike. Some of the things to do in Kenya include safaris, beach holidays, hiking, mountain climbing, camping, zip-lining, water rafting, kayaking, boat riding, desert safari, and many others.

If you love adventure and thrilling activities, Kenya is top destination. In this guide, am going to outline more details about these things one can do in Kenya and enjoy their holiday.

Top 10 Things to Do in Kenya

1. Kenya Safaris

Kenya has some of the best African safari destinations from the renown Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo, Samburu and many other amazing destinations.

You can start your safari right at the capital at the Nairobi National Park which is known as the only national park in the world located in a city. You can also do a walking safari at Nairobi Safari Walk and see a variety of animals.

At Maasai Mara you can witness the famous Great Migration where millions of wildebeests and zebras migrate between Kenya and Tanzania plus the Big 5 animals. Amboseli is known for its huge African elephants and great views of Mt Kilimanjaro.

During your Kenya safaris, you are guaranteed to enjoy the game drives and see lots of animals from lions, zebras, giraffes, buffaloes, rhinos, cheetahs, hyenas, leopards, gazelles, and hundred of bird species.

You can book your Kenya Safari with Kifaru Discover Safaris for the best adventure of your life.

2. Beach Holidays

Kenya has some of the best white sand beaches from Diani, Watamu, Nyali and Mombasa among others. Diani beach has been voted multiple times by World Travel Awards as the best white sand beaches in Africa.

During your beach holiday you can just relax at the beach and sun bathe or you can take a boat ride to the marine park. There you can see a variety of tropical fish at the coral reef.

At Kisite Mpunguti Marine Park south of Diani you can enjoy a Wasini Dolphin Tour where you will get up-close with dolphins in their natural habitat.

At Watamu Marine, you can witness whales’ migration during certain times of year usually between August to October.

A beach holiday is highly recommended after your wild bush safari for relaxation and enjoy the coastal breeze from the Indian Ocean.

I can also say that a beach holiday in Diani or Watamu is also one of the best things to do in Kenya with kids as they have time to enjoy the beach, make sand castles, boat riding, and many other activities.

3. Hiking and Mountain Climbing

This country has a variety of breathtaking hiking and mountain climbing destinations from Mount Kenya, Mount Longonot, Aberdare Ranges, and Mt. Elgon among many others.

Mount Kenya is the second highest mountain in Africa after Mount Kilimanjaro. These places will test your fitness to the limits. However, some hiking destinations like Mount Longonot, Ngong Hills, Sleeping Warrior are not very challenging.

4. Camping

There are various exciting camping places in Kenya which include shores of Lake Elementaita, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara, Sagana, Laikipia, and many others.

For camping lovers, trust me you will love these camping spots and the views you get especially during sunrise and sunsets.

5. Ziplining, High Ropes, and Wild Swing

Kenya also offers a variety of thrilling activities for adrenaline junkies. These activities are offered in places like Kereita Forest, Burudani Adventure Park, Kompas Ngong Hills, Nkaisiri Park among others.

If you want to fly above the rush African vegetation at terrific speeds, you have to try these activities.

You can get a wild swing at Camp Ndunda in Njukiri Forest in Embu and also at Njine Kabia waterfalls.

6. Water Rafting, Kayaking, and Boat Riding

If you are a water activities person, you can engage in water rafting and kayaking in Sagana and enjoy the thrill of the ranging waters of River Sagana at Jangwani Camp. You can even do team building at Sagana.

If you are daring enough in can take a waterfall plunge and swim in the fast-flowing river (with protective gear). These water activities especially water rafting are some of the unusual things to do in Kenya worth trying.

7. Desert Safari

Did you know you can do a desert safari in Kenya? Yes, you can head north to the magnificent Chalbi Desert. Be sure to use an offroad vehicle a 4×4 tour jeep is highly recommended for this adventure.

When doing the north circuit, you can also visit Lake Turkana, Mt. Ololokwe, and Ngurunit Rock Slides. These are some of the unique things to do in Kenya which most people don’t know.

It is highly recommended to book with our local guides at Kifaru Discover Safaris for guidance on this adventure.

8. Cultural Tours

You can take some time to learn about various culture with the traditional Maasai culture being among the most famous. You can do a Maasai Manyatta Village visit after your Maasai Mara safari to learn about the rich Maasai culture which has remained unchanged for ages.

You will learn how they make their mud houses, how they light fire using sticks, and participate in their traditional dances.

You can also learn about other cultures such as the Samburu Culture, Giriama Culture (coastal), Kikuyu culture (central Kenya), and many others.

Cultural tours are usually very affordable and one of the things to do in Kenya on a budget. For example a Maasai Village Manyatta cultural tour usually cost between 40 – 100 USD per person depending on inclusives.

9. Museums and Historical Tours

Kenya has a variety of Museums and Historical sites where you can learn a lot about the history of the country. Some of the museums include Nairobi National Museum, National Archives, and many others.

Some of the Historical sites one can visit include Fort Jesus (Mombasa), the Italian Church (smallest church in Africa at Mai Mahiu), Vasco Da Gama Pillar (Malindi), and Shimoni Slave Caves.

10. Quad Bikes, Go Karting, and Buggies

If you a motor guy, there are a variety of motorized activities and destinations in Kenya. You can do quad bikes and buggies at Chaka Ranch near Nanyuki.

You can do Go Karting at Whistling Moran in Kajiado near Nairobi.

Closing Remarks

The above are some of the top 10 things to do in Kenya for an adventurous person. They include Kenya Safaris, beach holidays, hiking/mountain climbing, camping, ziplining, water activities, desert safaris, cultural tours,historical tours, and quad bikes among others.

As you have seen there are many other things to do in Kenya other than safari which include beach holidays, zip lining, quad bike riding, boat riding and many others.

If you would like to try any of these things, Kifaru Discover Safaris can plan the trip for you at the best rates.

You can contact kifaru Discover Safaris on call/WhatsApp on +254 727 944 748 or info@kifarudiscoversafaris.com.