Kenya, the heart of East Africa, is a wonderfully diverse country. Its many interesting ecosystems include the highlands around Mt. Kenya (17,000 feet), the lakes and forests of the Great Rift Valley, a landscape dotted with extinct volcanoes, and the vast open grasslands that we associate with Africa. Along the Indian Ocean are beautiful palm fringed beaches and Arab influenced towns of Mombasa and Malindi. Wildlife concentrations in Kenya's national parks and reserves are among the highest in the world. One of the highlights of a visit to is also the opportunity to interact with local Masaai, Samburu or other tribal people.

Kenya's tourist infrastructure is highly developed and it offers some wonderful deluxe lodges and tented camps. We try to steer our travelers off the beaten path in this heavily touristed country and recommend private reserves on the borders of the famous national parks and special experiences such as camel trekking or ballooning.

Because much of Kenya lies between 600 and 1200 feet above sea level, the climate is very temperate making it a comfortable year-round destination.