13 Oct 2011

Kenya holidaymakers may consider a safari

Category: Africa Travel Insurance News
Safaris in Kenya are popular

Kenya offers perfect holidays for those looking to go on safari or a beach break.

Those who decided to take out a travel insurance policy and head to Kenya on holiday should find there is plenty to occupy their time.

The country is know for its stunning scenery and natural environment, so it is worth checking this out by taking a safari.

According to Angie Sloan, director of Kenya Tourist Board for UK and Ireland, the wildlife on offer is a "key attraction" for most visitors and she says safaris are something that "should not be missed".

"In a recent market research project commissioned by Kenya Tourist Board, Kenya proved to be the most popular destination for safari holidays, as it is a long-established safari destination," the expert suggests.

Out of the participants quizzed in the poll, 83 per cent of them said they would like to spend their break in national parks or game reserves.

Such locations give them the unique opportunity of spotting the "big five", namely lions, leopards, elephants, buffalos and rhinos.

However, it is not just a location for this type of trip, as Ms Sloan notes there are some beautiful coastlines just waiting to be discovered.

A so-called "twin-centre" holiday could allow for this, as visitors spend part of their holiday on safari and the other half on a relaxing beach break.

Ms Sloan says there are some 300 miles of Indian Ocean coastline to choose from, with plenty of luxurious resorts available.

In previous comments made earlier this year, the representative also advised heading to the Old Town in the city of Mombasa, where there is a plethora of rich history to explore.

By Anne Jones
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