Kenya is among the most sought after destinations in Africa for its classic beauty made up of mountains, lakes, beaches and savannah grasslands. Its attractions provide the perfect ground for active travel trips. Below are 7 tips for active Safaris in Kenya.
1. Include active games to your itinerary
There is no limit to the fun you can have while on holiday in Kenya. Apart from safaris, and beach excursions Kenya is home to world-class sports club where you can enjoying playing golf, basketball, badminton and, table tennis. Kenya offer great golf Safaris that can easily be combined with most of wildlife safari on offer.
2. Visit Mount Kenya
Have you always been thrilled by the prospect of mountain climbing ? Are you yearning for a challenging travel activity that will boost your fitness levels or challenge you? Mount Kenya is the ultimate destination for mountain climbing and hiking excursions in East Africa. Ideally, it is the highest Mountain in Africa second only to Tanzania’s Mount Kilimanjaro. The height and dynamic slopes of Mount Kenya Climbing Tours are a worthy challenge for any traveler looking to take on mountain climbing in Kenya.
3. Pack Comfortable clothes
If you are a frequent traveler, there is no doubt you have experienced the frustration of leaving behind some essential items for your itinerary. No matter what destination you are headed to, it is important to bring suitable clothes to match the weather of your destination. For an active trip in Kenya do not forget to pack light tee-shirts, shorts, travel pants, sunglasses, and a hat.
4. Picnic
In most cases people spend a lot of their travel time either on the road or sleeping to recover from exhaustion. This does have not to be the same for you. Instead of sitting in the car all the way as you drive, take frequent breaks by the roadside and take the time to appreciate nature. Shop from the local shopping centres and take the time to stretch. This will save you from exhaustion and boredom. There are several interesting picnic site en route to any major park that you can explore. Talk to our travel consultant during your safari planning.
5. Appeal to your inner child
Kenya’s attraction sites offer plenty of open space from beaches to the savannah grasslands and mountain slopes. Activities like flying a stunt kite are ideal for active travel and working out your upper body. It is also a great way to reconnect with the fun-loving yet carefree kid in you as you chase the kite down and let it grace the sky before it loses momentum, huh!
6. Dare the deep-sea waters
For most people, going to the beach involves simple exploration of the “safe” edges of the coastline. This is restrictive and few people venture into the deep waters. Do not limit yourself to the ferries and motor boats. Pair yourself with a swimming gear and ask for a life saver to accompany you as far deep as your adventure-spirit desires. You will not only enjoy the beach better, but also overcome the fear of deep-sea waters. Other water sport to engage in include; Fishing, Sailing, Scuba diving, Snorkeling, Swimming among others
7. Take a cruise
Although cruising is notoriously costly, cruise ships offer multiple choices of sea-related activities including, golf simulators, wall-climbing, jogging and walking grounds. There are also snorkeling and scuba-diving options in the list of itinerary services offered by cruise ships.
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