Envision observing a pride of lions or a herd of elephants in a breathtaking, idyllic setting, perhaps beneath acacia trees by a river, with the Rift Valley escarpment or another quintessential African backdrop… Such scenes are indelibly imprinted in one’s memory after experiencing a luxury safari in Kenya.
Yet, Kenya’s safari nature, wildlife, and photographic opportunities extend beyond the Mara and the wildebeest migration. The country boasts a remarkable diversity of wildlife, landscapes, and climates.
From the semi-desert regions and dramatic vistas with “painted” people of the northern frontier to the savannahs and hills of the vast, lesser-known Laikipia Plateau, from the expansive, bird-rich Lake Victoria shores to the enchanting montane forests of the Aberdares and Mt. Kenya, and the coastal forests with their stunning marine parks and reserves.
This astonishing diversity, perhaps unknown to many and embodying the essence of “quintessential Africa,” positions Kenya uniquely among safari destinations.
Having grown up in the rural Rift Valley Province of Kenya, I’ve experienced the true essence of safari. Kenya is a land of striking contrasts, from the snow-capped peaks of Mt. Kenya to the northern deserts, the fertile central highlands, and the sprawling grasslands of the Maasai Mara… The genuine Kenya, “jikeni,” is a beautiful, timeless nation, most apparent in its simplest, most rural settings.
In these rural areas, time appears to have paused in the most picturesque manner. The authentic rural lifestyle and setting, along with the incredibly kind, resilient, and good-natured rural Kenyan people, define what Kenyan safaris are genuinely about.
Rural areas and their inhabitants possess a distinct rhythm, spirit, and sense of time and place. Our goal is to enhance the enchanting and genuine safari experience in Kenya’s rural regions with premier luxury safaris.
Travel publications acclaim Kenya as one of the most spectacular countries globally, offering a truly unique and diverse safari adventure. Our luxury safaris in Kenya are dedicated to delivering this extraordinary and genuine experience.
“Safari” translates to “journey” in Kiswahili, the national language of Kenya and Tanzania. The Kiswahili people, native to East Africa’s coast, are credited with embarking on the first safari from the coastal regions of Kenya and Tanzania into Africa’s interior in pursuit of fertile lands.
Embark on an unparalleled African safari with Goldstep Safaris. Provide us with the duration of your safari, the number of participants, and your budget, and we will craft the optimal itinerary for your selection.