Wildlife Wonders: What to Expect on Kenya-Tanzania Safaris

Kenya Tanzania safari is something thrilling and exhilarating for wildlife and nature enthusiasts. Some of the attractive features in both countries include; existing diverse group of fauna and flora and possibilities for cultural tourism. This is what you should expect when you go on a kenya and tanzania safari through any of these African wilds:

1. The Big Five

One of the biggest highlights of any safari is spotting the "Big Five": Tigers, lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and rhinoceroses. These wonderful animals are very easy to spot in both Kenya and Tanzania. Lions lounging in trees or under a tree or the next group of elephants on the move is a common thing particularly in the serengeti and Maasai Mara. Leopards are less common than tigers although they are also spotted occasionally, in such places as Ol Pejeta in Kenya.

2. The Great Migration

There can be hardly any more wonderful sights in the whole world than the Great Migration. Every other year, several million wildebeests, accompanied by zebras and antelopes have to cross the deadly Mara river from the Serengeti plains in Tanzania to the Maasai Mara reserve in Kenya. Watching thousands of animals attack water and swim being followed by crocodiles and lions is actually rather thrilling, quite thrilling indeed. 

3. Unique Bird Species

It is now well known that both Kenya and Tanzania boast of offering home to a rich birding list. Kenya’s Lake Nakuru is pink-white because thousands of flamingos flock into the lake to feed. Other birding sites include Tanzania’s Lake Manyara, which has pelicans and storks as well as eagles. Both countries give an ideal chance for watching birds all year round.

4. Beautiful Landscapes

As for the outside, the landscapes that can be seen in Kenya and Tanzania can be considered rather beautiful for a photograph. The plains at Serengeti National Park in Tanzania and the rolling grasslands of Maasai Mara in Kenya. Samburu National Reserve can be accessed by road from Nairobi within five hours, and its environs are serenaded by Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa and situated in Tanzania. Other nearby parks include Amboseli.

5. Maasai and local cultures

A safari in either Kenya or Tanzania is not only about the animals; it’s also about cultures. The Maasai tribesmen wearing bright red shukas with a julenna fringe and elaborate attire usually escort visitors to their homes. It is possible to discover life from cattle breeding to dances among them. Other tribes with similar yet equally interesting cultural experiences include the Samburu of Kenya and the Hadzabe of Tanzania.

6. Safari Camps and Lodges

From tents to camping facilities to luxury lodges, both countries provide a diverse option depending on people’s budget. Some or most of the camps are situated within the parks; this gives campers a better view of the animals and the night game drives. Tents are usually permanent structures, and the construction of lodges is such that you will almost feel and hear everything from the wild around. For the more luxury-hungry guests, larger glamping tents with our own balcony are also on offer.

7. Visitors will engage in game drives 

The most standard and overused method of viewing the parks is through game drives. A knowledgeable guide has to drive one around the park to help in searching for the animals and to explain as well. In some parks, you can also have the experience of walking safaris where a ranger accompanies you on foot. The other advantage is that walking tours make one get a closer view of the small animals and learn about the vegetation and insects' lives.

Final Thoughts

Kenya and Tanzania safari is a discovery of the true face of Africa, the pearl of east and west. Food-wise, there is always something fresh to feast on, from the roaring valleys of migration to the serene meadows and culturally diverse country. When it comes to Kenya-Tanzania safari, whichever side you are, first-time visitors or regular travelers, the trip is always going to be unique and memorable. Know more at African Memorable Safaris.