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	Kenya is an alluring country that contains an essence of everything African whilst still being truly unique. Its know for its great plains teeming with exotic wildlife and memorable scenes of flamingos basking in the soda lakes of the Rift Valley, or wildebeest migrations in the Masai Mara, that have been immortalised in films such as Out of Africa. For sea lovers, Mombasa and Malindi offer great opportunities for scuba diving and snorkelling, and the Arabic influenced island of Lamu is a must for beach bums. For the intrepid traveller then there are plenty of opportunities for adventure such as climbing Mount Kenya or maybe a camel trek in the north. There is a rich tapestry of tribes in Kenya, such as the Kikuyu, Samburu, Swahili and Turkana and historic influences from settlers and colonialists. The Europeans have had the most chequered history with Kenya, from the scandals of the 'Happy Valley' to the Kikuyu led Mau Mau uprising that led to independence in 1963. Now, tourism is once again thriving in Kenya. Read the full story - background and travel essentials

	Travel

	Our journey path, maps and on the road adventures >>>>

	Where to Stay

	Places where the Pilot crew rested their weary heads >>>>

	Nature

	The most spectacular nature show on earth: Wildebeests and wildstuff at the Masai Mara

	Historic Sites

	The mysterious Gedi Ruins, one of East Africa's great mysteries.

	Beaches

	Summary of Kenya's Best Beaches for sunbathing and snorkelling

	Shopping

	Beeds, wraps and sculptures shopping in Kenya's crafts markets

	Festivals

	Summary of Kenya's best festivals, from carnivals to motor cars

	Food

	Deep fry delight: speciality foods of Kenya

	TV Shows

	Get the lowdown on the TV Show: Globe Trekker: Kenya

	Culture

	Kenya's white goats: the tribe of Samburu people Strength, bravery, beauty and discipline of the Masai Warrior (Tanzania) Language, culture and tips to be a more eco-conscious visitor

Travel Writers

Doubtful Dhow by Adrianne Yzerman
The serene picturesque ideals of travelling by traditional boat turn into a nightmarish and stormy journey to hell and back on a dhow boat.

The Road Less Traveled by Gina Picard
The fear of being an outsider, and a touching human encounter on a dusty Kenyan road

Guide compiled by Electra Gilles