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THE MAP OF THE SOVEREIGN REPUBLIC OF KENYA

Facts and Information About Kenya

Kenya is an East African country and is a leading travel destination in the world, due to its scenery, magnificent wildlife and plesant year-round climate. Safaris actually
first started off in Kenya.

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National Parks & Reserves
Most of Kenya’s wildlife is contained and protected in vast National Parks and Game Reserves, in a natural, undisturbed state.
The most important of these parks and reserves have been briefly described below.
Aberdare National Park
This highland forest park created in 1950, is known for its montane vegetation, scenic views, waterfalls and the rare Bongo in addition to other wildlife such as Elephant, Leopard and Buffalo. Accommodation is in elevated mountain lodges which are built near watering holes or saltlicks to allow sighting of animals. The typically highland weather is known for its unpredictability and is generally quite cool.
Quick facts:  Area: 770 sq. kms Alt: 1825-3995m
Special Feautures: Montane vegetation and scenic views
 
Amboseli National Park
Famous for the stunning scenery, with the 19,450 feet Mount Kilimanjaro dominating the view, this park, located on the Kenya -Tanzania border, is also known for its wildlife, especially the prolific elephant herds. The vegetation is varied but dominated by savannah which allows for viewing of the plains game, ranging from lions, leopards and giraffe.
Quick facts:  Area: 3810 sq. kms Alt: 1150m Special Feautures: Offers views of Mount Kilimanjaro, clouds permitting + prolific Elephant population
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Lake Bogoria National Reserve
Lake Bogoria National Reserve is one of the little visited parks in Kenya. Its attractions include its bird population (over 1.0 million) in addition to hot springs & geysers. The park is surrounded by dramatic, semi arid landscapes. Wildlife is limited in terms of variety and though you will be able to see the greater kudu, thompsons gazelle, zebra and other herbivores, the Big Cats or most of ther big Nine are not present in this park.
Quick facts:  Area: 107 sq.kms Alt: 1000-1600m Special Feautures: Furiously erupting hot springs
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Chyulu Hills National Park
This park is joined to the north western part of Tsavo West National Park. Here there is a beautiful rolling ridge of volcano dating back four to five centuries and mountains which are great for cave exploration and trekking. The park is also home to the worlds longest lava tube and to a variety of animal life including giraffes, elephants, lions, monkeys, buffalo and crocodiles at Umanyi Springs. It also hosts a rich variety of birdlife.
Quick facts:  Area: 471 sq. kms Alt: 2250-2440m Special Feautures: Beautiful rolling volcanic ridge
 
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Mount Elgon National Park
Located on the slopes of Mount Elgon (4300m), Mount Elgon National Park is an area of unspoiled mountain forest with a wide variety of game from the elephant, buffalo and colobus monkey to the giant forest hog, water buck and leopard. The area is also an ornithologists haven owing to the over 240 bird species to be located there. Other areas of interest include the four explorable caves (Ngwarisha, Makinyen, Kitum and Chepnyalil). Kitum extends 656ft into the mountain located near the Kenya border.
Quick facts:  Area: 169 sq. kms Alt: 3000-4000m Special Feautures: Unspoiled mountain forest
 
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Hells Gate National Park
Surrounded by looming cliffs, the Hells Gate National Park is home to a wide variety of birds & animal species and is one of only 3 parks in Kenya where walking is allowed. Within the park you can see the zebra, thompsons gazelle, baboon and even at times the cheetah and leopard. The park, home to more than 300 bird species is an ideal for an exciting and adventurous foot safari.
Quick facts:  Area: 68.5sq. kms Alt: 2777m Special Feautures: Gorge lined with towering red cliffs
 
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Lake Nakuru National Park
One of the most scenic parks in Kenya and East Africa, this bird and rhino sanctuary is home to a wide range of animals including lion, leopard, buffalo, giraffe, waterbuck and rhino, the only notable exception being the elephant. The park is also a bird watcher’s paradise, with 400 known species having being spotted here.Vegetation ranges from savannah to various indigenous forests. A world heritage site, Lake Nakuru is most famous for its million-plus grand pink flamingo population.
Quick facts:  Area: 188 sq.kms Alt: 1750-2075m
Special Feautures: World Heritage site for 1m plus flamingoes
 
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Malindi & Watamu Marine National Parks
This two parks are located in an area established in 1979 and declared a "biosphere" : one of the four biospheres in Kenya. Located 199km from Mombasa city and on the Malindi-Watamu coastline, the parks have hundreads of fish species including huge groupers and rock cod with other varieties not yet identified. In Watamu Marine Park there is a coral reef that lies about 2km offshore. To get here you may hire a glass bottomed boat which allows you to see part of the reef. The parks have numerous categories of fauna and flora and three main types of coral.
Quick facts:  Area: 199km (123mi.) from Mombasa Special Feautures: Hundreds of fish species, coral reef
 
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Masai Mara Game Reserve
Probably the most famous wildlife reserve in the Kenya and the world, the "Mara", as it is popularly known, is the best place to see a range of game, from the big cats to the grazers and river game.The Mara also hosts the spectacular and primal wildebeest migration, which occurs annually as the wildebeest and other animals migrate south across the Mara River. Vegetation is dominated by savannah with isolated forests.
Quick facts:  Area: 1800sq. kms Alt: 1500-2200m Special Feautures: The world famous wildebeest migration
 
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12. Nairobi National Park
Located on the outskirts of Nairobi, the park offers spotting of Lions, Leopard, Rhino and other plains game with the exception of Elephant.Vegetation is primarily savannah with isolated stretches of riverine forests. Several hundred species of birds can also be spotted here. This park is excellent for a day visit from Nairobi. No accommodation/lodges available inside the park
Quick facts:  Area: 117 sq. kms Alt: 1530-1760m Special Feautures: Lions, leopard, rhino & bird species
 
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13. Ol Donyo Sabuk National Park
The name of this park established in 1967, Ol Donyo, means 'mountain of the buffalo'. It is situated 85km north of Nairobi and has an excellent and clear view of Nairobi and other lowlands. Wildlife species that can be spotted here include buffalo, colobus monkeys, baboons, bushbuck, impala and dukier. The area also boasts of abudant birdlife.
Quick facts:  Area: 207sq. kms Alt: 5000 -7000ft Special Feautures: Excellent view of Nairobi & lowlands
 
Nairobi City
The largest city in East Africa, with a population of over 1 million, Nairobi started life as a Railways depot in 1899. Today, the city skyline is dominated by modern high rise buildings, and is the headquarters of several United Nations agencies.It is a vibrant city with a mix of races and cultures and provides the visitor with several diverse sightseeing options, ranging from historic sites and museums to golf courses and posh night clubs. Please Click here for more information on Nairobi including places of interest, accomodation, climate, eating spots and a map of Nairobi City.
Mombasa City
Mombasa has a long, rich history dating back over 1500 years when it started as a trading port. The Portugese explorer, Vasco Da Gama, landed here in 1498 and established a Portugese colony at the coast. Arabs from Oman later took over the city, leaving their mark on the region. Mombasa has a vibrant Swahili culture. There are a range of hotels to the north and south of Mombasa, known as the North and South coast respectively...More
Tourist Attractions
• Fort Jesus: Fort Jesus is a monumental piece of architecture built in the 16th century by the Portuguese....More
•  Mamba Village: Situated in Nyali, The Mamba Village is East Africa’s largest crocodile farm with over 10,000 crocodiles....More
• Bamburi Nature Trail: The largest animal sanctuary in Mombasa, Bamburi Nature Trail boasts of an large variety of animals    ...More
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