Discover Kenya's luxurious escapes in this comprehensive guide to five exquisite destinations. From the iconic Maasai Mara to the serene Diani Beach, explore opulent accommodations, unique experiences, and breathtaking landscapes. Perfect for discerning travelers seeking adventure and indulgence in East Africa's most stunning locales.
Introduction
Kenya, a country of vast plateaus, extreme heights and stunning beaches is popularly known for its amazing wildlife and fascinating people. However, beyond exotic savannahs and shuffling bazaars is a side of Kenya that provides luxurious amenities to holidays that desire adventure as well as opulence. Get ready to be amazed when you traverse through Kenya’s playgrounds of the elite where luxury washes the natural beauty.
In this article, we reveal the five beautiful Kenya experiences that are luxurious. Starting right from the wild savannah lands of the Maasai Mara to the white sand stretched out of the Diani Beach, every destination is exclusive and styled. Whether you are relaxing in a designer’s type beach front villa, flying over the savannah in a hot air balloon or walking through historical islands with a touch of Swahili heritage, you are assured of a rich carpet of memories that is Kenyan. Well then, throw on your suit, tie and/or your safari hat as we proceed and embrace the sophistication and the thrill.
1. Maasai Mara National Reserve
Stretching to the vast areas of the South Western vision of Kenya, the Maasai Mara National Reserve is the ultimate embodiment of luxurious wild life exploration. It is possible to imagine yourself in a luxurious tent of the camp, the partitions of which are the only barrier between you and the African nature. These elaborate camps, complete with fine designer furniture and gourmet meals served al fresco, arguably turn than notion of ‘wilderness’ on its head The Mara’s glamour is thusn ot so much in the luxurious tents and meals as in the unimaginable wildlife encounters. Picture a personal game drive that puts you eye-to-bull with the Big Five, charging out of the plains; or the actualization of the Great Migration, one of the world’s most outstanding phenomena, leaving even the most experienced travelers in utter and total wonder and marvel.
Extra-Ordiary, anyone who wants a hard-core experience while on the Mara, must embark for a hot air balloon safari during the early morning. The sunrise balloon ride offers you a bird’s eye view of the savannah and the wildlife and as the you glid above the savannah, with the rays of the sun gently lighting the herds below, you are sure to feel as though you are in “Out of Africa. ” After this, there is a champagne breakfast after the flight because even breakfast in the Maasai Mara is a celebration. It is an exciting experience that entails the aspect of the wilderness but complements it with luxury living, whereby each day is as exciting as the previous.
Extra-Ordiary, anyone who wants a hard-core experience while on the Mara, must embark for a hot air balloon safari during the early morning. The sunrise balloon ride offers you a bird’s eye view of the savannah and the wildlife and as the you glid above the savannah, with the rays of the sun gently lighting the herds below, you are sure to feel as though you are in “Out of Africa. ” After this, there is a champagne breakfast after the flight because even breakfast in the Maasai Mara is a celebration. It is an exciting experience that entails the aspect of the wilderness but complements it with luxury living, whereby each day is as exciting as the previous.
2. Diani Beach
Diani Beach commonly known as the pride of South Coast or the Kenya’s coast is where luxury vanishes into the ocean. This peaceful sandy beach and warm blue water has some of the best holiday resorts and fine private beach houses in the whole of east Africa. Consolidate your visualization by picturing yourself as being in a beachfront villa with only the tropical garden in between you and the Indian Ocean. Indeed, choosing one of these luxurious facilities will provide one with the ultimate in comfort and seclusion with services being made obtainable to meet all your needs. Here, days are spent immersing in water through swimming in infinity pool that borders the water, taking spa that heals the body and soul, and savouring delicious meal that is sourced from the nearby farms.
Other activities for the more adventurous are a tastier at Diani beach. Swim with the fishes either snorkeling or scuba or float around the mangrove forests by kayak or get airborne with kite surfing. When the golden sun is going down over the waters, it is hard to imagine a more perfect moment of the day then the one sipping a cocktail and listening to waves. Diani Beach is one of the best places where one can have ample time both for cohesion and amalgamation, fun and frolic, excitement and peace.
Other activities for the more adventurous are a tastier at Diani beach. Swim with the fishes either snorkeling or scuba or float around the mangrove forests by kayak or get airborne with kite surfing. When the golden sun is going down over the waters, it is hard to imagine a more perfect moment of the day then the one sipping a cocktail and listening to waves. Diani Beach is one of the best places where one can have ample time both for cohesion and amalgamation, fun and frolic, excitement and peace.
3. Lamu Island
Lamu Island is history, and richness at the same time characterized by the elegance of the old civilization and the comfort of the contemporary world. Cultural, historical and commercial hub of the Swahili people, this city is a conglomeration of narrow winding streets, buildings that are hundreds of years old, cuisine and fashion among others. Choose a perfectly renovated historic hotel or select a chic and fashionable hotel that is right by the sea and the only sound that will bother you is the sound of the waves. The available options of accommodations in Lamu Island are as diverse as the island with cultural, historical and luxurious aspects.
There are numerous only-on-Lamu moments available to the visitors of the island. One can take a relaxing cruise on a local dhow boat and lose a track of time comparing the series of streets and alleyways to a Labyrinth walk around the streets of Lamu Town, or just relax on a quiet beach. As a more personalized experience one can opt for a private island tour or go ‘groW banQ’ where you have fresh seafood cooked right on the beach. A major selling point about Lamu is that it has that raw, unspoiled beauty about it that can provide tourists with that kind of off the beaten track experience and at the same time be luxurious. It is a place where the time is relative, in the good sense of the word, which means that the visitor has a chance to let herself be absorbed by the sight and the silence of the place.
4. Amboseli National Park
Born free; that is the feeling which splashes to the eyes of anyone who sees Amboseli National Park, with its beautiful and attractive views of Mount Kilimanjaro to mention but a few. The uniqueness posed makes it a one-stop luxury for those who want close touch and contact with nature. Imagine sleeping in a comfortable lodge or camp and every window opens the view to Africa’s highest mountain. This makes these accommodations very special in terms of comfort and seclusion as they have personal balconies with plunge pools, and fine dining that enhances your vacation. Lions, leopard, cheetah, buffalo and the familiar elephants populate the plains of Amboseli, All this while watching it in the comfort of a private deck.
This park provides special wildlife views that make it special to be in the park especially with the top-standard accommodation facilities. Set off on game drives to get acquainted with the secrets of the savannah with the help of expert trackers, drinks as the sun sets in the bush and turns the sky into fiery red and golds. People to people contact with the local Maasai people is a cultural bonus of your visit that affords a peek into Maasai culture. As a result, Amboseli offers that touch of adventure in the wildebeest encounter complemented by a touch of the exotic in the luxury living.
This park provides special wildlife views that make it special to be in the park especially with the top-standard accommodation facilities. Set off on game drives to get acquainted with the secrets of the savannah with the help of expert trackers, drinks as the sun sets in the bush and turns the sky into fiery red and golds. People to people contact with the local Maasai people is a cultural bonus of your visit that affords a peek into Maasai culture. As a result, Amboseli offers that touch of adventure in the wildebeest encounter complemented by a touch of the exotic in the luxury living.
5. Laikipia Plateau
The Laikipia Plateau which is in the slopes of Mt. Kenya up to the rim of the Great Rift Valley is an area of geographical wonder and of plush accommodation. Here, immense tracts of privately owned ranches and conservancies allow one to retreat from the mundane. Envision being lodged in super luxurious lodge that was designed to blend with the environment and your companions include elephants, lions and the rhinos. These lodges are very luxurious as they consist of infinity pools that face the plains, luxurious rooms, and a level of service delivery that is personalized to match each visitor’s personality.
Laikipia Province offers the blend of the two major products namely adventure and luxury. Go horseback riding on the rough terrain or go for a helicopter flight to view the expansive magnificent palettes of colors or prefer guided walking trips where the experts make it so much easier to understand the features of the land. Conservation is also well developed in the Laikipia Plateau as there are opportunities to gain/train in wildlife conservation. It is a place where you do not only get to enjoy comfort of a royal villa, but also begin to understand the land and the people that inhabit it.
Laikipia Province offers the blend of the two major products namely adventure and luxury. Go horseback riding on the rough terrain or go for a helicopter flight to view the expansive magnificent palettes of colors or prefer guided walking trips where the experts make it so much easier to understand the features of the land. Conservation is also well developed in the Laikipia Plateau as there are opportunities to gain/train in wildlife conservation. It is a place where you do not only get to enjoy comfort of a royal villa, but also begin to understand the land and the people that inhabit it.
Conclusion
Reflecting on our tour across the most opulent resorts in Kenya, it is safe to conclude that this gem of East Africa is much more than reaming landscapes and wildlife. There is no one destination ranging from the Maasai Mara to Diani beach that does not promise that touch of luxury and the thrilling life that the modern world traveler would so much love. From Lamu Island with the old world character, Amboseli with its views or even Laikipia Plateau that is associated with wilderness and wild life, Kenya is teeming with lots of rich experiences to offer.
Therefore, the next time you begin to search for the perfect holiday destination, think Kenya; unrivalled luxury and breathtaking natural landscapes. In this world of wonders we offer you an exciting and equally luxurious journey to discover the beautiful and to make your unforgettable impressions. Why would one take the plain when one could have the spicy?
