Believe it or not, Kenya is one of the breath taking places on Earth. This country can boast of some of the most interesting places on earth. From lovely sunset in Kenyan Parks to the waterfalls, mountains to the beautiful lakes, the great rift valley, beaches and the springs. Kenya is one of the most famous tourist destinations. It is a country of classic contrasts such as forests and open plains, deserts and alpine snows, the metropolis of Nairobi and colorful tribal cultures, freshwater lakes and coral reefs. Here is the information about 10 most amazing and interesting places to visit in Kenya.

The coast of Kenya is a beautiful place to unwind and relax. You can come across camels walking along beautiful white sand shorelines with a blue backdrop of blue sea water. The Kenya’s coast is perfect and exotic for all kinds of water sports both above and below the sea water. It is one of Kenya’s seven administrative regions outside Nairobi. It comprises of Indian Ocean coastal strip with the Capital city of Mombasa among others.

This is an amazing place to visit. The wildlife is plentiful and and the local tribes are just so awesome. Masai is the name of one of the local nomadic tribe. They are adorned in jewelry, wearing bright and colorful clothing and brightly colored red blankets. These people just love to live in unison with the nature.

This is a place where the buffalo springs and Shaba National Reserves are located. This is in the northern part of Kenya. You can find many endangered species here. Samburu people are very warm and welcoming. They love to dress in brightly colored attire. Samburu is one of the major attractions in Kenya.

It is a freshwater lake that is located North West of Nairobi. It is part of the Great Rift Valley. The lake is home to 400 different species of bird and a sizable population of Hippos. The lake has a surface area of 139 square kilometers. On the shores of the lake is Oserian (“Djinn Palace”), which gained notoriety during the Second World War.  The town of Naivasha lies on the north-east edge of the lake. There is no visible outlet but the lake water is relatively fresh. The lake is a place of interest for tourists.

Amboseli national park gives a magnificent view of the African grasslands. Kilimanjaro is a snow capped mountain that offers a beautiful view for wildlife and birdwatchers. The terrain is quite diverse ranging from swampy to desert and even includes a ravine forest. This heaven on earth is a witness to tropical rain forest storms and beautiful sunsets. It has an area of 392 square kilometers and is located in Southern Kenya bordering Tanzania. Wildlife species includes giraffes, Zebras, Cheetahs and hundreds of bird species. This is a must see if you travel to south Africa.

Lamu is a small town situated on Lamu Island located some 341 Kms North East of Mombasa. It has an irresistible appeal that visitors love. There is a Lamu Fort which is worth seeing. There are several museums. Lamu town was founded in the 14th century and con peaks tains many fine examples of Swahili architecture. The old city is inscribed on the world heritage list as “the oldest and best preserved Swahili settlements in East Africa”. There is a unique donkey sanctuary as donkeys are a premier mode of transport. The sanctuary provides donkeys free of charge. This unique place is quite interesting and a tourist will just love exploring this place.

This is the highest mountain in Kenya and the second highest in Africa. It has lush and breathtaking scenery. There are several vegetation bands from the base to the summit. The lower slopes are covered with different types of forest. An area of 715 square kilometers was designated a national park and listed as a world heritage site. The park receives a lot of visitors every year.  The peaks of Mount Kenya are all of a volcanic origin. The highest peak is more than 5000 meters high.

This is a huge game park. It covers an area of 13,747 square kilometers. It is located near the town of Voi in the Taita-Taveta County of the former Coast Province. Most of the park consists of semi-arid grasslands and savanna. Its popularity is mainly due to its diverse wildlife species such as Lion, Black Rhino, Cape buffalo, Elephant and Leopard. There are also a wide species of birds residing in this park. Tsavo East National Park is generally flat, with dry plains across which the Galana River flows. This place is immensely popular with the tourists.

Located north of Kenya’s capital, it is Kenyan highlands at its best. It is where the forest reserves are waiting to be explored. The place is teaming with animal life and greenery that is hard to find elsewhere. There are waterfalls, volcanic outcrops and moorlands to name just a few. This is an amazing spot and one of the many interesting places to visit on your trip to Kenya. The place attracts a large number of hikers and climbers. The range is 160 km long and has an average height of 3500 feet. It is a well-known attraction.

This is Kenya’s best kept secrets that you have to see to appreciate. It is a combination of animal and bird life and offers amazing views. It lies to the south of Nakuru, in the rift valley of Kenya. This is one of the most amazing experiences you will ever have. Whatever is the reason of your coming to Kenya, make sure that you visit the above said places and I am sure you will be back to Kenya again and very soon.