Sitting on the equator of Africa’s East Coast lays beautiful Kenya, known as the ‘Cradle of Humanity’. The country is host to year-round pleasant weather and a joyful community of people who are ready to welcome you with open arms. The abundance of natural landscapes are infused with a culture that is rich in soul, color and vibrancy. Kenya’s capital city of Nairobi is used as a starting point for those who embark on safaris, but is a unique hub that blends urban core with vast wildlife.

Kenya’s climate is divided into four climatic zones: mountain, highland, arid and coastal. The coast produces a pleasant/tropical climate that can be warm and humid. However, the heat is moderated with monsoon winds that provide a pleasant relief from the heat. Kenya’s northeast regions are mountain and highland, with temperate conditions. Rainfall is seasonal, with the rainy season falling between April and June while the shorter rainfalls occur between October and December. The rest of the year is dry season, with arid conditions.

Kenya is rich in geographical wonders – from the extinct volcanoes and hot springs in the Great Rift Valley to the snow-capped mountains of Mt. Kenya. Located in East Africa, Kenya sits on the equator and is home to a wide range of natural landscapes. The country’s low coastal plains hug the Indian Ocean to the east, while mountain ranges and plateaus are found in the center. To the west of Nairobi is the Great Rift Valley, which is hosts the deserts of northern Kenya.

For activities outside of a safari, the opportunities are abundant in Kenya. Join a dhow-boat cruise in the lively island-city of Mombasa, or, if feeling more adventurous, swim with whale sharks just south of the city. For those who love food, the award-winning Brown’s Cheese Factory is located right outside of Nairobi and after you can digest all the delicious food while roaming around the vibrant capital city of Kenya. With possibilities such as white water rafting, rock climbing, hiking, and visiting the white sandy beaches, there is never a shortage of things to do.

Called one of the “Seven New Wonders of the World”, the famed Great Wildebeest Migration is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Annually, more than two million grazers like wildebeest, but also zebras and gazelles, migrate in a clockwise formation ranging over 3,200 km (2,000 miles) between the Serengeti in Tanzania and Kenya's Maasai Mara in search for green pasture.

While the migration takes place all year round, it's particularly famous for the rare moments when huge herds cross the Mara River at the border between both country's nature reserves. This is where crocodiles await their prey, making the crossing particularly dangerous for the grazers and spectacular for lucky travellers.

For a chance to experience this spectacle, plan your trip between July to October and spend a few nights close to the Mara River. Expect that it requires a fair amount of luck to catch the river crossing, but herds of wildlife aggregating along the river shores will always make for an unforgettable and intimate wildlife experience.

Kenya has ample amounts of opportunities for mountain biking, from off-road adventures on Mt. Kenya to game-viewing in Amboseli National Park. Guided tours are also available for bush-biking in the undiscovered country, never having a shortage for thrilling adventures and amazing experiences in the beautiful countryside.

There are over 60 reserves and National Parks in Kenya, making it your go-to for your sought-after safari experience. Home to a wide range of wildlife and the famed Big 5, the pristine landscapes and wilderness is abundant across the country. The well-known wildebeest migration happens every year in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, and the experience is awe-inspiring, having even been called the '7th New Wonder of the World'. Some notable national parks include: Amboseli, Lake Nakuru, Tsavo East and Nairobi National Park.