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What you need to know before heading into the bush
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Kenya's wide-ranging offerings include:
Wildlife safari
Kenya is one of the best places on earth to view exotic animals. Visitors come within 15 feet of lions, leopards, zebras, giraffes, elephants, rhinos and myriad other species, from the secure confines of a four-wheel-drive vehicle. While viewing opportunities are good year round, July through October marks the world's greatest wildlife spectacle, when the annual wildebeest migration occurs in the Maasai Mara, the world's most famous game reserve. The promise of rain and fresh grass brings more than 1.3 million wildebeest together into the Maasai plain, along with hungry predators looking for their next meal.
Beach safari
After days of game viewing, tourists can relax on the coast and enjoy the Indian Ocean's turquoise waters, soft white sands and gentle breezes. Coastal resorts provide a plethora of water activities, including swimming within the safety of the 150-mile coral reef, snorkeling, dolphin viewing, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing and sailing. Kenyan coast is a popular spot for family vacations.
 Historical safari
From the earliest prehistoric records of man to present day, Kenya has been a land of contrasts and diversity. Recent fossil evidence suggests that man took his first steps in the northern part of Kenya's Rift Valley. Archeological findings can be seen throughout Kenya, from the Nairobi National Museum to the Hyrax Hill Prehistoric Site near Lake Nakuru, which was unearthed by Louis Leakey in the 1920s.
Travelers can also learn about Kenyan history by exploring the lively, winding streets of the 14th century town of Lamu; the ghostly ruins of Gedi, a deserted city lost deep in the forest; Fort Jesus, built by Portuguese in 1593, which holds numerous findings from archaeological excavations along the coast; and many other historic sites that reveal Kenya's past.
 Cultural safari
Kenya's population is divided among 42 different ethnic groups, many of which still cling to traditions and customs they've practiced for thousands of years. Renowned for their hospitality, Kenyan people gladly share their culture and way of living with tourists. Travelers to villages can witness unique ceremonial dances, cook food with villagers, visit with school children, and even spend a night in a village. You won't want to leave empty-handed. There are many opportunities to shop for Maasai beadwork, traditional clothing, and a variety of handcrafted souvenirs to remember your visit.
 Adventure safari
Adventure opportunities are abundant, including walks with elephants, mountain biking, hang-gliding, parachuting and paragliding, white-water rafting, rock climbing and mountaineering. Other popular activities include, trekking, golfing, camping and photography.
Specialist safari
 Kenya has the greatest concentration of bird life in the world, with more than 1,000 species recorded. Birdwatchers and ornithologists from all over the world come to Kenya to record rare species of birds. Lake Nakuru alone is home to 30 percent of the world's population of flamingos. Both professional and amateur photographers come to Kenya to take advantage of countless photo opportunities provided by Kenya's diverse landscape, people and wildlife. Kenya's scenery is unparalleled, evidenced by the fact that it has served as a backdrop to several films such as "Out of Africa." Other specialist safaris include culinary tours, coffee and tea plantation tours, snake farms, and butterfly centers.
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