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Tours and Safaris Limited is a reputable tour firm registered
by the ministry of tourism and Wildlife. We are located
at Ojijo plaza Parklands. Just a few minutes drive away
from the city center in a quiet and safe neighborhood
with ample parking. Started in 2004 mainly to provide
specialized transport in the tourism industry many tour
firms have hired our vehicles to transport domestic as
well as foreign tourists. Besides transport, we have since
expanded to a fully fledged tour firm providing other
services like hotel bookings, car hire, (Buses 25 seaters,
vans, saloons) camping safaris, excursions, flying safaris,
Balloon safaris, educational tours, missionary travel,
incentives and general corporate travel such as for conferences,
seminars and workshops.
The desire to expand was fueled by the enormous opportunities
available in our country Kenya that makes it one of
the most popular tourist destinations in the world.
We have got it all from pristine white washed beaches
at the coast to towering mountains in central Kenya.
Dry wind swept savannah grasslands to lush green forests.
Spectacular wildlife, assorted cultures, fresh water
lakes, Kenya has got it all.
Driver guides
Our driver guides know their fauna, flora and culture
very well. They are friendly, polite and knowledgeable;
they will take care of you all the way. Some will even
have developed lasting relationships with clients who
always request us to allocate them particular driver guides
during their repeat visits. Our specialist guides are
experts in their respective fields. For example, we can
provide guides who specialize in birds, culture, sports,
walking safaris, mountain climbing and much more. On some
of our walking safaris or mountain climbing, we incorporate
guides from local communities who know the terrain that
you will cover really well.
KENYA –
AN OVERVIEW
Nairobi city
Kenya’s capital city is Nairobi – one at Africa’s
most vibrant and exciting cities. Nairobi is a Maasai
words meaning “A place of cool waters”. Others
call it the city in the sun. The city has all the amenities
expected in western countries but with an African touch!
Movies, discotheques, casinos, cyber, faxes, email etc.
Nairobi is well served by major international
(KQ, KLM, BA, SAA, QATAR, VIRGIN ATLANTIC, ETHIOPIAN)
Regional and domestic airlines through Jomo Kenyatta international
airport and Wilson airport. Both are just a few minutes
drive from the city center. Many international hotel chains
like Serena, Sarova and others are well represented in
the city offering high quality accommodation with excellent
international cuisine from all corners of the globe. Nightlife
in the city is powered by some of the continents fastest
rising music talent. There is a lot to learn in terms
of history, art, culture and sport. Nairobi is a unique
city because just 20 minutes away from the city center
you will find the mighty lion. Rhino, buffalo, amid other
astonishing animals all roaming free in the worlds only
urban National park. Many other places are available within
the city for short excursions including the Giraffe center,
Elephant orphanage and Karen Blixen museum.
Mt Kenya, Aberdare, samburu.
Kenyan attractions come in other forms as well for those
seeking challenges and staying active on holiday. Swimming,
beach walking, playing golf, water skiing, diving, ballooning,
bungee jumping, sky diving etc. For the really adventurous
Mt.Kenya is a challenge for climbers, trekkers, and hikers.
Its forests are perfect for trout fishing and horse riding.
The Aberdare Mountains within the Aberdare national park
are also a sight to behold. The Aberdares gained its reputation
from the rarer endangered species found within its locale
.For ardent game viewers a drive to the arid North brings
you to the Samburu and Shaba National reserves, home to
many rare Northern species. The reserves have a spectacular
landscape of dry bush, yellow grassland and acacia thickets.
The reserves host an abundance of wildlife unequalled
in terms of variety. Here you will find unique animals
such as the Gravy’s Zebra, the Somali blue necked
ostrich, the Beisa, Oryx, Elephant, leopard, lion, cheetah
and the elusive rhino. Bird life is prolific running to
perhaps 500 species. River Uaso nyiro winds around the
reserves providing near all year round water for humans
and animals. Crocodiles emerge from the muddy water to
warm themselves on convenient sand bars. watching this
idyllic scene while parked under the shade of an acacia
tree gets you transfixed by the beauty of it all. Once
in the Samburu reserve you quickly get the sensation that
civilization has been, left far away. So pristine and
unspoiled is the landscape.
Rift valley – Mountains, lakes and wildlife.
The Great Rift Valley is one of the natural wonders of
the world and Kenya lies at its center. The fresh water
and soda lakes of the Rift Valley offer fantastic scenery
and birdlife. The world’s largest flamingo population
is in Lake Nakuru. Active travelers can explore the dormant
volcanoes at longonot, menengai and Suswa. You can even
cycle through herds of zebras beneath the cliff of hell’s
gate Naivasha. Do not forget the boat rides in Lake Naivasha
or even a visit to the crescent islands for a view herbivores
and plant life. Nakuru and Naivasha are particularly ideal
for relaxing lakeshore weekends for both foreign and domestic
travelers. The hills and valleys of the North
rift are a world of contrasts. From the hot springs
and wildlife of Lake Bogoria and Baringo, to the cool
highlands of Kabarnet and Kitale. You may hike the beautiful
Cherangani hills or discover mt. Elgon, where elephants
and buffaloes spend each night in caves deep inside
the mountain. You may also see Kenyan history firsthand
at the Kenyatta cells in Kapenguria and experience some
of Kenya’s most interesting cultures from Njemps
to Nandis, Pokots to Tugen.
Western Kenya – forests, cultures, history.
Western Kenya is a little known world of wonders. Here
you will find lush green highlands, tropical rain forests
and the great expanse of Lake Victoria. If you like fishing
try your luck with the mighty Nile perch. You will find
a lot of cultural and historical attractions in western
Kenya with the most exciting being at Kakamega where the
traditional bullfight creates an unforgettable spectacle,
for those who prefer less excitement a hike through the
world famous kakamega forest will show nature at its most
pure and peaceful best.
Kenya’s Arid north – lake Turkana, camel
rides, cultures & wildlife.
Kenya’s wild arid north is the place for those looking
for really great adventure. From the baking desert plains
to the shores at Lake Turkana.You may wish to visit sibiloi
national park along the shores of Lake Turkana. The Maralal
camel Derby is an event to look out or while touring the
Arid North. In the beautiful Laikipia plateau and Mathew’s
ranges you’ll find stunning lodges as well as camps
owned by local communities. This is a great opportunity
to get to know some of Kenya’s least known cultures.
As you head down towards North Eastern you may wish to
explore Kenya’s newest attraction _ Meru National
Park, reborn through a concerted conservation effort by
Joy Adamson
Eastern - wildlife, Mt. Kilimanjaro, hills, carvings.
Eastern Kenya is well known by all who have driven from
Nairobi to the coast along Mombasa road. This beautiful
area is home to the vast twin Tsavo National Parks, the
home of the elephants and lions, a wilderness the size
of Jamaica. Accommodation facilities are easily available
which makes it an ideal safari stopover while going to
the coastal city of Mombasa. Further afield Chyulu and
Taita hills are high green and offer stunning views of
the snowy Mt. Kilimanjaro. Along the way, Ukambani is
an excellent place to shop for Kenya’s finest woodcarving
and honey.
Coastal region – Mombasa, beaches, fort Jesus,
forests, culture.
When you reach the coastal area along the Indian Ocean,
you are now ready to explore Kenyan beaches, undoubtedly
among the worlds best - walk along the beaches while experiencing
warm, clear water, hot sand and a constant refreshing
sea breeze. Our calm seas are ideal for water sports,
sailing, jet-skiing, windsurfing and kite surfing.
Our coral reefs are home to a remarkable profusion of
undersea life, which can be viewed, from a special glass
bottom boat or up close and personal by snorkellers and
scuba divers. While at the coast you need to step back
from the beach and discover the home of the Swahili culture
and the fort Jesus in Mombasa. Mombasa is one of the most
active and exotic ports on the African coast, with nightlife
to match. It is undoubtedly the most popular holiday destination
in the country for both domestic and foreign tourists.
While at the coast you need to drive up to discover other
towns like Kilifi, Malindi and Lamu. There is a lot of
history to learn particularly in Lamu. You may wish to
discover coastal forests such as Arabuko Sokoke and Jadini
or even visit various wildlife reserves like shimba hills
in the south. All these will make the coastal experience
much more than just beaches.
Masaai Mara
A visit to Kenya will not be complete without a visit
to the Maasai mara game reserve. It is probably the most
popular game reserve in Africa. Located in Southwestern
Kenya about 300km from Nairobi, the Maasai Mara is home
to a very large population of animals including all of
the ``big five”. Other animals resident in the reserve
are Gazelles, buffalo, hippos, crocodiles, jackals, hyenas,
antelopes and many more. You may have heard that the annual
wildbeest migration from the Serengeti (The Tanzanian
extension of the Mara) into Masaai Mara is perhaps the
world’s greatest wildlife spectacle. It’s
important to experience this breathtaking sight, which
is a natural phenomenon that’s also the ultimate
practical biology lesson! In the Mara you will find a
variety of safari options ranging from game drives to
hot air balloon trips. A two nights safari is recommended
in order for you to get the best value out of your safari.
Accommodation in the lodges and tented camps needs to
be booked well in advance particularly if you plan to
visit between the month of June and September.
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| One of Our 25 Seater
Buses |
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| A tour van taking
tourists on a game tracking mission. |
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| Kenya Airways is
one of the Major Airlines flying into Nairobi |
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| A view of the snow
capped peak of Mount Kenya |
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| Hot spring Geysers
at Lake Bogoria |
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| Experience a taste
of Kenya's cultural diversity |
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| Enjoy Kenya's coastal
beaches and luxurious hotels |
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| Game tracking in
the Mara on a recent trip |
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