Your Must-See Guide to Kenya with Epitome Travel

Kenya is a country that stirs something deep within you. A land of sweeping savannahs, majestic wildlife, ancient cultures, and landscapes so dramatic they stay with you long after you return home. With Epitome Travel, your journey here becomes more than a holiday - it becomes a story you’ll tell for a lifetime.

Here are the top things to see in Kenya, curated with the immersive, bespoke touch that defines every Epitome experience.

1. The Maasai Mara & The Great Migration

Golden plains, lion prides, and the thunder of millions of hooves - the Maasai Mara is the beating heart of Kenya. Between July and October, witness The Great Migration, one of the greatest natural spectacles on Earth.

An extraordinary moment that sets your soul alight.

2. Amboseli National Park & Kilimanjaro’s Crown

Famed for immense elephant herds and book‑perfect views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli feels like stepping into a dream. Watching elephants roam freely beneath Africa’s tallest mountain is nothing short of magical.

3. Nairobi National Park – Wildlife on the City’s Edge

Just a short drive from the capital, Nairobi National Park is a marvel: lions, rhinos, giraffes, and buffalo roam with the city skyline rising behind them. It’s the only national park of its kind in the world - a reminder that in Kenya, wildlife is never far from reach.

A perfect introduction to Kenya’s wild heart.

4. Samburu National Reserve & Its Rare Treasures

Remote, rugged, and wonderfully raw, Samburu is home to species found nowhere else - the gerenuk, Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, and more. A destination for explorers who want something deeply authentic and soul‑stirring.

5. A Hot Air Balloon Safari at Sunrise

Float above the Maasai Mara as dawn breaks and watch the world come alive beneath you. This moment of stillness - animals moving silently below, the sky warming around you - is one that stays forever.

6. Lake Nakuru & Its Pink Shores

A shimmering lake framed by cliffs and acacia forest, Lake Nakuru is famous for its flocks of flamingos and thriving rhino population. A serene, painterly landscape perfect for lovers of photography and tranquillity.

7. Mount Kenya – Africa’s Sacred Giant

Rugged, dramatic, and sacred to many, Mount Kenya is Africa’s second‑highest peak. Whether you choose a gentle foothill trek or admire its glacier‑carved peaks from a luxury lodge, Mount Kenya is a breathtaking presence - quiet, powerful, and humbling.

8. Laikipia Plateau & Luxury Conservancies

A tapestry of private conservancies, Laikipia offers exclusivity, conservation-led experiences, and incredible wildlife moments. Here, you’ll find untouched wilderness paired with some of Kenya’s finest lodges - where luxury and sustainability meet beautifully.

9. Hell’s Gate National Park – Adventure in the Wild

A land of soaring cliffs, geothermal steam, twisting gorges, and cycling safaris, Hell’s Gate is one of Kenya’s most unique landscapes. It inspired the setting for Disney’s The Lion King - and when you see it, you’ll understand why.

Ideal for adventurous souls.

10. The Great Rift Valley – A Geological Wonder

Carving its way through Kenya, The Great Rift Valley is as dramatic as it is vast. Think volcanic peaks, sparkling lakes, escarpments that stretch to the horizon, and landscapes that shift from lush to lunar. It’s a view that makes you pause - and breathe a little deeper.

11. The Rugged Vastness of Tsavo

Red elephants, volcanic formations, and one of Africa’s largest protected areas - Tsavo is wild at its core. Untamed and magnificent.

12. Lamu Island – Time Standing Still

Swahili culture, dhow sails at sunset, and winding stone streets full of stories - Lamu is where life slows, softens, and sweetens.

13. The Beaches of Diani

Turquoise waters, white sands, and gentle ocean breezes - Diani Beach is relaxation redefined. After days of safari, this is where your spirit unwinds completely.

14. Nairobi - Culture, Flavour & Creativity

Kenya’s energetic capital is alive with world‑class dining, vibrant art, fascinating museums, and iconic sanctuaries like the Giraffe Centre and David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.

A city with soul.

Craft Your Kenyan Journey with Epitome Travel.

At Epitome Travel, every journey is designed around you - your pace, your interests, your sense of adventure. Kenya offers landscapes that inspire awe, wildlife moments that move you, and experiences that stay with you forever.