Kenya is one of the favorite destinations for tourists looking for adventure. Its picturesque landscape and its unmissable sites make it a landmark country on the African continent. Nearby points of interest also include Masai Mara National Park. The latter is one of the perfect places to observe animals and their way of life. Backpackers will see mammals such as elephants, rhinos, lions, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, etc. They will also find several species of birds, including ostriches, crowned cranes and others. The spectacle not to be missed during a Kenya trip is the great migration of wildebeest, zebra and gazelles from Thomson. This happens twice a year, precisely when the Mara River is full of water. As for the activities to be done, the safari is the most popular of the skiffs. Indeed, it is one of the best ways to discover this vast territory.
Climbing the Ostrich Mountain
To continue their adventure, tourists are invited to go northwest of Nairobi, the capital of Kenya. In this part of the country, they will see the famous Mount Kenya or the mountain of the ostrich, according to the Wakamba (one of the populations living at his feet). This massif is known as the second summit of Africa after the Kilimanjaro with 5,200 m of altitude. For mountaineers, it is one of the must-see places during a trip to Africa. For information, the best time to climb this mountain is between January and February and from July to August. During these periods, the climate is milder and favorable to trekking. To reach the summit, there are 3 possible circuits to take, including the Naro Moru which is short and steep. The routes Burguret and Sirimon are a bit long and pass through a dense forest, namely the mountain floor. In addition, backpackers will discover a fauna and flora varying according to altitude.
A little getaway in Nairobi
An adventure in the heart of Kenyan territory will not be satisfactory without making a small detour to the capital, Nairobi. Countless activities are not to be missed in this great city of the country, starting with the visit of the Nairobi national park. Admittedly, this reserve is located right in the city center, but it is well protected and conserved of the city population as well as pollution. It is possible to picnic and even camp. The massai market is also one of the events that deserve to be discovered. It takes place once a week and on Wednesday. It is still held at Capital Mombasa road. What differentiates the Masai market from the others is that tourists will generally see handicrafts such as jewelry, clothing, sculptures and pearls. To get around this metropolis, travelers can take taxis or motorcycle taxis. Moreover, it should be noted that these individual transports are often expensive. The most popular and unaffordable means is the public bus or the matatu