The safari capital of the world — Masai Mara's Great Migration, Amboseli's elephant herds below Kilimanjaro, and Nairobi's tech-startup scene making it the Silicon Savannah of Africa.
- Capital
- Nairobi
- Population
- 53,330,978
- Area
- 582,650 km²
- Languages
- English, Swahili
- Currency
- Kenyan Shilling (KES)
- GDP
- $131,673M
Good to know
Driving side
Left
National dish
Ugali, Sukuma wiki, Nyama choma
Annual visitors
2,049,000 (2019)
Safety
Moderate (4.87/100k)
Avg temp
25.1°C
Religion
Christianity
Coast
Coastal
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Travel guide
Kenya in East Africa is a pearl in sub-Saharan Africa. From the scenic sandy beaches at the coast, to the Nairobi National Park, to the majestic Rift Valley, the bird life in Lake Naivasha, the hot boiling springs of Lake Baringo, Lake Turkana and Lake Victoria, Kenya is a very beautiful country with lots of wildlife and scenic features, and is one of the major economic hubs in Africa. Fondly referred to as the "Jewel of Africa", Kenya is a dream destination for its Swahili heritage and the home of humankind and Safari industry.
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Best time to visit
July–October for the Great Migration river crossings in Masai Mara. January–February is warm and dry — excellent for all game parks. Rainy seasons are April–May and October–November. Nairobi is pleasant year-round.
Visa
Most nationalities including US, UK, EU, Canada, and Australia apply for an e-Visa at evisa.go.ke (USD 50). Single entry, valid 90 days. Available online before travel.
Highlights
Adorned by the gigantic Mt. Kilimanjaro, Amboseli National Park is one of the top places to visit in Kenya for wildlife enthusiasts. Visit this place to spectate majestic views of the highest peak of Africa, and witness large herds of African elephants, and an extensive variety of wildlife such as Zebras, Giraffes, Cheetahs, and innumerable bird species.
Public holidays
UNESCO World Heritage Sites (9)
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Major cities
Nairobi
East Africa's most cosmopolitan city, with a giraffe center, elephant orphanage, and gateway to the Maasai Mara.
Mombasa
Kenya's coastal city with Swahili culture, Portuguese forts, and access to the white beaches of Diani and Watamu.
Masai Mara
The world's greatest wildlife spectacle — the annual wildebeest migration crosses the Mara River here between July and October.