Kenya has been known for years to be one of the best safari travel destinations in Africa. Kenya offers a wide variety of adventure sites such as national parks, lakes, Indian ocean beaches, mountain hiking and trekking, waterfalls, great city nightlife, African cultural heritage, and many more.

Below we have compiled a list of the 7 best things to do in Kenya when visiting in 2022.

1. Visit both Tsavo National Parks

Tsavo East is among the oldest and largest parks in Kenya. It was started in April 1948 and it is located near Voi town in Taita Taveta County. This park provides homes for many types of wildlife. You will be able to see major attractions such as Mudanda rock which acts as a water catchment area for the dam below and also offers a good standpoint for hundreds of elephants and other animals that come to drink water during the dry season.

You will also be able to appreciate the view of many wild animals such as cape buffalo, bushbuck, Tsavo lions, African wild dog, and African hedgehog among others, and also birds which are approximately 500 birds species including weaverbirds, ostriches, herons, and hornbills. Tsavo west It’s located in Taita Taveta county and it is separated from Tsavo east by a railway and Nairobi to Mombasa road.

Its popularity is due to the various wildlife it homes such as the eastern black rhino, hippopotamus, elephants, Cape buffalo, lions, and small animals like bushbaby, and Maasai giraffe. During your visit, you will be able to see the Mzima springs which is a sequence of natural springs and pools which are famous for their hippos and crocodile population. You will also be able to go rock climbing and guided walks along the Tsavo River.

2. Make Time for Some Relaxation at the Coast- Diani Beach

Diani beach stretches along Kenya’s Indian Ocean coast. Its located 30km south of Mombasa in Kwale county. It’s the most beautiful beach in Kenya and among the best in Africa. It’s famous for its white-sand beaches, blue ocean, palm trees, and surfing. It’s the best beach resort for honeymoons, families on holidays, and backpackers for relaxation.

Many nature lovers are drawn toward the resort by the white sand which is surrounded by abundant forest. Adventure lovers can’t miss this beach due to the attention brought by the waves near the seashore and the coral reefs, black and white colobus monkey, and nearly located wildlife in Shimba hills national reserve. Diani beach it’s an amazing place to chill out, it’s Like a paradise on earth, with white sand, palm trees everywhere, warm water, oceanic waves, and something about the sun, it is magic. A dream for scuba divers and snorkelers. 

You can a lot of stuff on Diani beach to start with, the beach itself is breathtaking, it consists of pure strands of white sunbaked sand. You can do a range of water sports such as windsurfing, swimming in the shallow waters, snorkeling among the coral reefs, sailing, diving deep sea by canyons, or taking safaris on traditional dhows. For the landlubbers, you can take golf courses or skydiving school for the most adventurous.

3. Visit lake Nakuru National park

Lake Nakuru is a freshwater lake which is located south of Nakuru. The National park was established in 1961 with only Lake Nakuru and surrounding mountainous vicinity but has extended to cover larger parts of the savannah. Although the area is often dry, for an excellent view of the pink flamingoes, it is best to visit during the dry season since the rainy season results in plenty of water in the lake which drives the flamingoes away to Lake Bogoria.

Apart from its famous flamingoes, you will see other bird species like goliath heron, hamerkop, and pied kingfisher. The park is also home to the highest number of eastern black rhinos, southern white rhinos, giraffes, waterbucks, lions, cheetahs, and leopards which you will be able to spot during your visit. You will also see large size pythons that live in the dense woodlands either crossing or swinging on trees. Bird watching, hiking, and picnicking in Lake Nakuru are really amazing.

4. Climb to the top of Mount Kenya

It’s the most elevated mountain in Kenya and the second biggest in Africa after Mt Kilimanjaro. It’s a breathtaking world heritage site that features many springs, dense forests, remnant glaciers that are all receding rapidly and 4 secondary peaks at the head of steep glacial valleys, and different species of wild animals. It’s a perfect destination for camping, mountain climbing, and hiking as you enjoy the mountain views and nature. You can also visit Mt Kenya national park for game viewing.

5. Go for Elephant Viewing at Amboseli National Park

It was established in 1900 as Maasai Ambos Eli game reserve but later in 1974 established as a national park. It is located in Kajiando’s south constituency in Kajiando County. Ever wanted to get close to free-ranging elephants? Amboseli is the best place.

When visiting, you will have the best opportunity to see wild animals such as African bush elephants, lions, cheetah, Cape buffalo, impala, spotted hyena, Maasai giraffe, and grants zebras, especially in September due to sparse vegetation as a result of long dry months. It also offers the best world viewing with 400 species of birds including water birds such as pelicans, crackers, kingfisher, and 47 raptor species. You will also be able to enjoy the view of Mount Kilimanjaro which is the highest mountain in the world. To access the park, you will need a vehicle or tour vehicle.

6. Take a hike in Hells Gate National Park

It’s located south of Lake Naivasha in Naivasha County. There’s a lot to do in this park and it’s one of the best rock climbing destinations in Kenya.

During your visit you will be able to explore the gorges by going for a hike to the gorge which is located at the far end of the park, you will be able to go rock climbing, and enjoy a nature walk as you watch the cliffs and the beautiful scenery and also get close viewpoint to animals like zebras, buffalos, gazelles, hartebeests.

You will also be able to go cycling; bikes are usually available to rent outside the park. Hells Gate is a great place to visit with friends, families, or colleagues as part of team building and the best time to visit is during the dry season; July-September. Remember to wear sunscreen.

7. Make the Most of a Nairobi Stop Over

You can set aside one or two days to stay in Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi, and be able to make the most out of it.

You can visit Nairobi national park which is the first national park in Kenya established in 1946. it’s also the oldest park in the country and the closest to the country’s capital city. It’s one of the top sights you can’t miss. You will find a variety of wild animals like lions, elephants, cheetah, African leopard, Eastern black rhino, zebra, cape buffalo, bamboo, hippopotamus, and giraffe.

You will be able to see beautiful sceneries including Nairobi city skyscrapers backdrop. It’s very suitable for animal lovers and first-time visitors. You will enjoy the picnic sites, three camping sites, and walking trails for hikers and game viewing. This park is a major place for rhino breeding and restocking other parks and also has an ivory-burning site monument. You will need a vehicle to enter the park, a guided tour being the best way to visit. The time to visit is during the dry season(July-September) for easier spotting of animals in the park. During heavy rains in April through June spotting the animals become difficult.