1. A Kenya Travel Experience With a Remarkable Difference
April 04, 2007


A search for the word ‘Kenya travel’ on the internet reveals a list of websites ranging from the website of the Ministry of Tourism of the Government of Kenya to the websites of various tour and Travel companies. Among these diverse tourism websites on Kenya travel mentioned, the one that catches your eye is sheltertours.com. A click on the link fills your screen with beautiful Kenyan wildlife. A brief overview of the website further assures the browser that he is at the right web link. The website offers exhaustive information about Kenya travel which is situated in East Africa with Nairobi a... (read more)

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2. Lake Nakuru National Park; One of the Last Remaining Bird Sanctuaries in the World
April 04, 2007


The Lake Nakuru National Park is one of the last remaining bird sanctuaries in the world today. Its the second most visited national park in Kenya after the Masai Mara Game Reserve and arguably the most profitable. The Lake is a shallow 3.5m deep soda lake inhabited by thousands of teeming Flamingos synonymous with the lake and is home to more than 400 other bird species, creating a marvel that is fulfilling to behold. This is the reason why many ornithologists flock here throughout the year in search of unique bird species. The Lake Nakuru National Park was gazetted as a national park in... (read more)

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3. Are the Tour Operators in Kenya Experienced to Handle Your Travel Requirements?
April 04, 2007


Kenya is a magical country. It is endowed with receptive, social, and hardworking people, and thats why God decided to grant them not oil rich deposits but wildlife, both fauna and flora in all forms, not to forget hard working athletes, chaotic footbal fans and greedy politicians. Forgive the pun! Before arranging for your dream vacation in Kenya One of the very first things that you should find out and what you really want to know is whether the tour operators in Kenya you’re thinking of engaging in managing your travel plans while in Kenya, Uganda or Tanzania are experienced. Are they... (read more)

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4. Finding the Tour Companies in Kenya for Yourself
April 04, 2007


Although there are many tour companies in Kenya from whom you can arrange your travel and accommodation requirements, what you ideally want is to strike up a long term relationship with tour companies in Kenya whom you like and trust. To that end finding the tour companies in Kenya for you can be difficult especially if you’re fairly new to the field of tours and travel yourself. I say that not for any other reason than because as a newbie you might be hesitant and feel that whatever tour companies in Kenya you’re talking to has more knowledge and experience than you do, and therefore you migh... (read more)

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5. Preparing Yourself for a Wildlife Photography in Kenya
April 04, 2007


When I first thought about doing wildlife photography in Kenya I was a bit stuck for inspiration. I was in the middle of the city with no wildlife in sight, unless you counted the people milling all around me, and I wasn’t due up for another long vacation in Kenya for at least a few months yet. So obviously wildlife photography in Kenya, in the wild was out, but someone very helpfully pointed me in the direction that I’m about to point you in now. There is more or less all the wildlife varieties that I could want in Kenya, you just need to be where the action is. Its the thought of captur... (read more)

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6. Watching the Beautiful Birdlife at the Kakamega Forest Reserve
April 04, 2007


Bird Watching in Kenya takes place in the Kakamega Forest Reserve; a beautiful rain forest with myriad varieties of birds, animals and butterflies, Virtually all of the Rift Valley Lakes, Mount Kenya and its sorrounding, the Lake Victoria Region and the Masai Mara National Reserve to mention but the least. Kakamega Forest Reserve is home to the almost extinct De Brazza's monkey, the red tailed monkey, black colobus monkey, white colobus monkey, fruit bats and flying squirrels. However the mother of all attractions is the bird watching excursions in the Kakamega Forest Reserve. This reser... (read more)

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7. The Sweet Haven that is the Sweetwaters Game Reserve
April 04, 2007


The Sweetwaters Game Reserve is a one of a kind privately owned 22,000 acre of expansive plains, magnificient views and a wide variety of game. Particularly famous for the chimpanzee sanctuary and is also a breeding area for the black rhino . From strategic vantage points, one is treated to the serene views of the snow capped peaks of mount Kenya. There are two state of the art lodges in the Sweetwaters Game Reserve; the Sweetwaters Tented Camp and the Ol Pejeta Homestead, both of which treats visitors to the opportunity to watch wildlife through floodlit watering holes and salt licks as ... (read more)

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8. The Spectacular migration of the wildebeest at the Mara River
March 19, 2007


The wildebeest is a social animal, Seen in the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya and the Serengeti Game Reserve in Tanzania Grazing with other herbivorous like the Zebra, Gazelle, Oryx, and others. The wildebeest stick together in tens of thousands often moving in the same direction as they constantly forage for pasture and water, creating a sensational picture that is beautiful to behold. Unike the Big Five or the big cats wildebeests require a constant supply of water and would move in droves searching for these precious commondities. Its not uncommon though to see these animals grazing i... (read more)

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9. The Migration of Wildebeests that Has Caught the Attention of the World
March 19, 2007


The wildebeest is a social animal, Seen in the Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya and the Serengeti Game Reserve in Tanzania Grazing with other herbivorous like the Zebra, Gazelle, Oryx, and others. The wildebeest stick together in tens of thousands often moving in the same direction as they constantly forage for pasture and water, creating a sensational picture that is beautiful to behold. Unlike the Big Five or the big cats wildebeests require a constant supply of water and would move in droves searching for these precious commodities. Its not uncommon though to see these animals grazing i... (read more)

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10. For Travellers Wishing to Climb Mount Kenya
March 19, 2007


Being the second highest mountain in Africa, Mt Kenya stands tall at a whooping 5199m above sea level and Situated 16km south of the equator. This mountain in Central Kenya Highlands is within the Mt Kenya National Park, and is among the most beautiful landscapes in the entire Africa. With three mountain peaks i.e., the Batian, the Nelion and the Lenana providing the perfect backdrop for a fun and adventurous Kenyan mountain vacation. Visitors can go camping in the vast wilderness surrounding Mt Kenya, stay in historic hotels not unlike the dwellings of the area’s early settlers, or stay in a... (read more)

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11. Experiencing the 7th Wonder of the World
March 16, 2007


The Masai Mara National Reserve is on the lips of every tourist destined to Kenya. It is ictually the reason why thousands of tourists are jetting into the country daily From all over the world. It was only recently declared the 7th Wonder of the World. This Reserve is a perfect example of Savanah grassland of the African plateau. It covers 1,500 square kilometers of grassland and shrubs and is home to the Maasai, and a variety of wild animals scattered strategically within the reserve. The most momorable attraction here is the annual migration of wilderbeast in August to the nothern expansive... (read more)

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12. How Shelter Tours and Safaris Organises Travel With Car Rental Companies in Kenya
March 16, 2007


Going to Kenya on holidays are times that we all look forward to. But while in Kenya, the trouble of finding the best place to go and how to get there can mar many peoples' enjoyment however. You will find many different answers to this question but which ones will give you full satisfaction is hard to know. With many car rental companies in Kenya, Shelter Tours and Safaris will make your travel holiday in Kenya the best treat you will ever have. Now all that you need to do is to see where you want to go on a holiday and for how long. Once you have chosen your holiday destination you can... (read more)

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13. A Look at the Variety of Tented Camps While on Vacation in Kenya
March 16, 2007


If you are looking for a delightful and adventurous way to spend your vacations in Kenya, it would be fun to choose tented camping sites which are pitched on specific grounds with nice scenic views of grasslands and mountaneous ranges. You will watch game stremming around watering holes at night as you enjoy Lavish dinner and entertainment. There are several tented campsites scattered all over the game reserves and parks, along rivers, cliffs, hills and mountain tops. These tented camps have good beds, bathrooms and shower blocks, while others are so luxurious they will offer furniture, hot s... (read more)

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14. Travelling for Safari in Kenya the Environmental Friendly Way
March 16, 2007


Ever heard of the famous Professor Wangari Maathai? She is a Nobel Peace Price Laurreate, the Member of Parliament for Tetu Constitituency, the founder and leader of the Green Belt Movement. With so many attributes to her name, she is the so down to earth Lady that you may not pick up from the large crowds she pulls campaining for the conservation of the environment both Globally and in Kenya, where she was born and Brought up. Like in many many other countries in the world, Kenya has had its share of deforestation through illegal logging, land degradation by use rudimentally farming prac... (read more)

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