Kenya Safari Tours and Holidays
Anyone who has ever enjoyed a safari holiday has one country to thank for the fantastic natural sights and sounds that they doubtlessly experienced - Kenya. That's because the East African country, nestled neatly under the continent's Horn, is where safari travel first took shape. Indeed, the word 'safari' translates to 'going on a journey' in Swahili, the nation's local tongue.
It's easy to see why. The broad, wide-open plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve seem to go on forever, filled with native trees, sprawling bush and snaking rivers. There are few other places in the entirety of Africa that allow for such easy viewing of the local wildlife. By taking a Kenya safari with Bench Africa, you stand a better chance than most of seeing the raft of Kenya experiences available. Here's why:
Why should I book a Kenya holiday?
Back in the 1920s, tourists on Kenya tours wandered on foot with tents on their backs in an effort to seek out animals that just couldn't be viewed anywhere else on Earth. Today, things are a little more sophisticated, but that doesn't mean that Kenya safaris are any less exciting.
Kenya safari tours are synonymous with the elusive 'Big Five' - the African lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, African leopard and either of the black or white rhinoceroses. Seeing all of these in their natural environment is a rare occurrence indeed, and Kenya is one of the few countries on the planet where it's actually possible.
Let's take a look at a couple of things that you can do in this wild and diverse nation, but remember, there is far more to experience on your Kenya safari then the two activities below - they are just the tip of the iceberg! We have a wide range of Kenya safari packages to suit the needs of first timers, as well as Kenya safari packages to suit a...
Kenya Safari Tours and Holidays
Anyone who has ever enjoyed a safari holiday has one country to thank for the fantastic natural sights and sounds that they doubtlessly experienced - Kenya. That's because the East African country, nestled neatly under the continent's Horn, is where safari travel first took shape. Indeed, the word 'safari' translates to 'going on a journey' in Swahili, the nation's local tongue.
It's easy to see why. The broad, wide-open plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve seem to go on forever, filled with native trees, sprawling bush and snaking rivers. There are few other places in the entirety of Africa that allow for such easy viewing of the local wildlife. By taking a Kenya safari with Bench Africa, you stand a better chance than most of seeing the raft of Kenya experiences available. Here's why:
Why should I book a Kenya holiday?
Back in the 1920s, tourists on Kenya tours wandered on foot with tents on their backs in an effort to seek out animals that just couldn't be viewed anywhere else on Earth. Today, things are a little more sophisticated, but that doesn't mean that Kenya safaris are any less exciting.
Kenya safari tours are synonymous with the elusive 'Big Five' - the African lion, African elephant, Cape buffalo, African leopard and either of the black or white rhinoceroses. Seeing all of these in their natural environment is a rare occurrence indeed, and Kenya is one of the few countries on the planet where it's actually possible.
Let's take a look at a couple of things that you can do in this wild and diverse nation, but remember, there is far more to experience on your Kenya safari then the two activities below - they are just the tip of the iceberg! We have a wide range of Kenya safari packages to suit the needs of first timers, as well as Kenya safari packages to suit all you Africa enthusiasts, returning for the 4th or 5th time!
Top Kenya activities
Experience the incredible Great Migration
When it comes to Kenya holidays, perhaps the single most incredible Kenya experience is what's known as 'The Great Migration' - no fewer than two million animals moving in a clockwise direction around the huge expanses of the Kenyan savannah, each searching for fresh grass and water as they follow instincts that date back millions of years. Zebra, gazelles and wildebeests all take part in The Great Migration, each plotting their way around the nation in search of sustenance. The high point of the migration takes place between July and October, when the animals make the river crossing in the Masai Mara.
View the highest mountain in Africa
Wildlife is not the only natural wonder to be found during your Kenya safari. In the country's Amboseli National Park (which, incidentally, is outstanding for game spotting) you'll be granted unrivalled views of the tallest free-standing mountain in the world - Mount Kilimanjaro, which is technically located in neighbouring Tanzania. However, heading to Amboseli National Park on one of our Kenya tours will still allow you to capture the perfect photograph of the 5,895-metre high peak - especially at dawn and sunset.
Five fascinating Kenyan facts
- The first African woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize came from Kenya. In 2004, Wangari Muta Mathaai claimed the gong ‘for her contribution to sustainable development, democracy and peace.
- Scientists have discovered a 3.2-3.5 million-year-old fossil known to be one of human’s oldest ancestors near Lake Turkana in Kenya
- Kenya’s Lake Victoria is Africa's largest lake by area, and is shared with Tanzania and Uganda.
- Kenya is named after its towering Mount Kenya, the tallest mountain in the country which rises a staggering 5,199 metres.
- The most extensive rift on the Earth’s surface, the Great Rift Valley, cuts through Kenya, and can be seen at the lakes of Rudolf, Naivasha and Magadi. This 6,400-kilometre system has been forming for 30,000,000 years as Africa has separated from the Arabian Peninsula.
Why should I go with Bench Africa for my Kenyan safari?
This year we are celebrating our 50th anniversary! That's half a century of organising safaris in Africa. Bench Africa was founded in 1969, meaning that we've built a wealth of experience and expertise when it comes to organising Kenya safari tours from Australia. We ourselves have travelled all over the country, so we know what it takes to put together a great Kenya safari for our customers. Bench Africa also has offices in Kenya, meaning that we truly are the authority on Kenya safaris out of Australia. We are well connected to the local area and can point you in the right direction with a complete range of Kenya holidays based on our on-the-ground knowledge.
In celebration of Bench Africa's 50th anniversary we have launched our Kenya Signature Safari Special - to save you on your connoisseur Kenya safari with Bench Africa. This personally designed signature Kenya safari circuit ideally suits the discerning traveller - combining two safari areas in Kenya that complement each other perfectly.
Please read through the history of our company to discover just why we're perfectly positioned to make your Kenya safari the very best it can be.
Contact our expert team for more information on Kenya holidays today.
