11 unforgettable adventures in Kenya

Kenya has a glamorous reputation, due in part to the extraordinary adventures of Karen Blixen and the savvy expat community calling this African nation ‘home.’ In Kenya, this same community was the driving force behind several successful wildlife conservancies.  Today, tourists travelling to Kenya enjoy offbeat activities due to the fact that conservancies are owner managed (rather than government managed).  Being free from government regulations, yet still respecting the needs of wildlife, these conservancies offer many opportunities for adventuring with the wildlife within their borders.  Here is a shortlist of our five absolute best Kenyan wildlife adventures.

1. Camel safari in Laikipia

Camels thrive in arid environments, making the area around Lewa and Laikipia (Northern Kenya) ideal habitats.  Travelers to Laikipia have the option of going out on a one-day foray into the wilderness with their camel, or doing an all-inclusive four day…