Reasons to Visit East Africa
Reasons to Visit East Africa -Why you should travel to East Africa now?
Reasons to visit East Africa – If you are planning to do a private, group or a fun family African safari Vacations. You won’t have to look very far; East Africa is an exotic potpourri of thrill, adventure and delightful scenes. From golden expanse Serengeti and Masai Mara, mountain trails along Kilimanjaro and Rwenzori to trekking along with mountain gorillas in Uganda and Rwanda. A safari holiday to East Africa can possibly be the best vacation you have ever had in the life time. Great Adventure Safaris gives below a list of adventurous activities you can do on your African Safari experience and should be the top reasons to visit East Africa.
The Wild Masai Mara in Kenya
If you want to see a Lion, Elephant, Rhinoceros, Leopard and African Buffalo in one morning, then make a trip to the Masai Mara National reserve in Kenya. Spawning across acres and acres of golden savannahs, a Masai Mara safari beats all safaris everywhere in the world, hands down.
The big five won’t be just pictorial depictions on your favourite Wildlife channel. You will experience firsthand the big five in their natural habitat.
From July to October (dry season) you will get to see the annual migration of animals that set out seeking streams and water bodies.
Visa can be acquired on arrival. Masai Mara is a 5 hour drive from Nairobi. It is advised to avoid walking on the streets of Nairobi after dark.
Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake very close to the town Nakuru. This lake is known for its wide display of birds especially flamingos.
Take a boat ride and enjoy being close to hippopotamuses’ and a host of birds. Lake Naivasha and Nakuru are ideal places for photography.
Mount Kirimanjaro
Mount Kilimanjaro can be accessed through Kenya or Tanzania. This mountain is the highest in Africa and the view from the top is said to be one of the World’s most beautiful sights to behold. Even Queen Elizabeth, in her younger days enjoyed holidaying and trekking Mount Kilimanjaro.
Mombasa Kenya
Mombasa is along the coast of Kenya. It takes an hour by flight to get there from Nairobi. Mombasa has wonderful beaches and is a tourist hotspot. The blue azure skies and powdery sand make for a fun and relaxing holiday. Also you could plan a boat ride and show your kids the wonders of the aquatic world and coral reefs.
Although touts along the beach usually avoid hassling Indians, it is best to be weary of them.
The source of the Nile in Uganda
Ever wondered from where the Nile finds its source? The longest river in the World finds its origins in Uganda. Although there is a debate as to whether the source originates from hot springs in Rwanda, the source of the Nile is a slice of mystical geography.
This serpentine river cuts the continent upwards, splits into the blue Nile and White Nile, ultimately converges and then meets the Mediterranean sea.
Murchison falls in Uganda
Imagine a cruise on the river Nile, watching crocodiles bask in the sun! What a sight to behold. And this cruise ultimately leads to the bottom of Murchison falls.
There’s nothing more soothing to the eyes, nothing more.
Murchison falls is closest to the town Masindi. This falls is around a 6 hours’ drive from Kampala, which is the capital of Uganda
Rwenzori Mountains
Uganda is popularly known as the pearl of Africa due to its lush green landscapes and its magnificence of form. Rwenzori Mountain is located along the border of Uganda and Congo. The range experiences rainfall almost every day throughout the year.
If you want to see Gorillas, you may have to travel south towards the Bwindi impenetrable National Park in Uganda. This forest is at the Rwanda border and just like its name it is dense and impenetrable.
Best time to visiti East Africa
Many travelers ask about the best time of year to visit East Africa, specifically the countries of Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda and Uganda. Great question and we have answers! Visiting all of these countries is wonderful and done all year round. Some months are better than others depending on location. Here are some things we believe you should consider.
You are just north or south of the equator in any of these countries so no matter what time of year you visit bring plenty of sunscreen! and rain gears as well as it can rain at any time of the day but of course the down pours do not stop activities from taking place as it normally rains for 2-3 hours and it completely stops with sun rays again, so you can continue with your schedule of the day.