Kenya is a travel destination in Eastern Africa. Its capital is Nairobi. July and September are its two best months to visit, ranked on 1991–2020 climate averages.
Top places to visit in Kenya
Maasai Mara (natural, Narok) — Africa's greatest wildlife spectacle — the Great Wildebeest Migration and Big Five.
Mount Kenya (mountain, Meru) — Africa's second-highest peak — glaciers, rock climbing, and afro-alpine moorland.
Amboseli NP (natural, Kajiado) — Elephants against a backdrop of Kilimanjaro — Kenya's most photographed landscape.
Lamu Old Town (landmark, Lamu) — UNESCO Swahili settlement — Arab, Persian, and Indian architecture, and no cars.
Lake Nakuru (natural, Nakuru) — Flamingo-fringed alkaline lake in the Rift Valley — rhinos and leopards in the park.
Tsavo National Parks (natural, Taita-Taveta) — Kenya's largest wildlife area — "red elephants", baobabs, and isolation.
Nairobi (city, Nairobi) — Safari-city — Nairobi NP giraffes at city limits, Karen Blixen Museum, and street art.
Diani Beach (beach, Kwale) — Powder-white coral reef beach — best beach in Africa according to many travellers.
Hell's Gate NP (natural, Nakuru) — Dramatic gorge you walk or cycle through — geysers, hot springs, and cliff faces.
Samburu NR (natural, Samburu) — Remote Rift valley reserve — "northern special five" including Grevy's zebra and gerenuk.