Solo Traveler’s Guide to Kenya Safari Adventures in KenyaNicknamed the home to Safaris, Kenya is one of the best safari destinations to visit in East Africa. Kenya is a good destination for all kinds of travelers including solo travelers. There is a lot to explore in Kenya from viewing the iconic African Big Five Animals to relaxing on the coastal beaches at the Indian Ocean – a single visit to Kenya can combine an incredible mix of adventuers. If you are planning to travel to Kenya as a solo traveler, there is nothing to worry about since this Solo Traveler’s Guide to Kenya Safari Adventures in Kenya will give you a comprehensive understanding of how best you can make most of your Kenya Visit as a solo traveler to Kenya.
While in Kenya, it’s easy to go wild, at any time of your trip. For big game lovers, Kenya is a number-one for safaris. You will witness all the African Big Five Animals on a Kenya safari ( lion, leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, and Rhinos). Besides Big Game viewing, Kenya is also home to one of the most celebrated natural wonders such as the Great Wildebeest Migration that happens annually in The Masai Mara National Reserve. You will also be thrilled by the country’s volcanoes in the Great Rift Valley. As a solo traveler, Kenya is a perfect destination – While on a Kenya safari as a solo Traveler, you can enjoy trekking Africa’s second-highest mountain (Mount Kenya), the Serengeti-Maasai Mara ecosystem, sailing in a 100-year-old dhow and dazzlingly starry skies and also indulge in the cultural experience in Kenya.
A Complete Solo Traveler’s Guide to Safari Adventures in Kenya – All you need to know
Best Accommodation for Solo Travelers in Kenya – Where to stay in Kenya?
There are numerous accommodations options available around the country. Regardless of your budget, there is a wide range of accommodation options to choose from. Some places may charge extra for single occupancy, but you can often negotiate, especially during the off-season, outside the Maasai Mara migration period, or the coast during school term times. If you are traveling solo in Kenya, your preferred level of comfort will determine which accommodation type you are likely to book. For those that crave a high level of comfort, there are several luxury accommodation options across the country.
From basic tented camps to lavish lodges, accommodation options are abundant throughout Kenya. The unique Ark Lodge is located in the heart of the well-known, game-rich Aberdare National Park. It's similar to Noah's Ark, overlooking a floodlit wildlife-magnet salt-lick and waterhole. At night, room buzzers alert you to unique waterhole visitors. This lodge is one of the best places to stay when visiting Aberdare National Park.
If you are among the many who wish to stay in a castle, Kenya has one where you can relax and unwind after a safari. The Tafaria Castle is a 29-room accommodation facility that will allow you to relax while having breathtaking views of the Laikipia Plains wildlife and Mount Kenya. if you are planning to explore the Laikipia plains, then this castle is a perfect place to stay as a solo traveler in Kenya.
There are also various accommodation facilities in various cities and National Parks in Kenya. Depending on where you are planning to explore in Kenya, our experts will help you book the best accommodation that suits your budget and preference.
Best Activities to do in Kenya as a solo traveler – What to do in Kenya on a solo trip?
For solo travelers to Kenya, there are several safari experiences and adventures that you can embark on while in Kenya. Most Kenya tours a popular for wildlife Safaris and it turns out to be the number one activity in Kenya, although there are several other adventures for you in Kenya. There are unique and thrilling things to do in Kenya like taking a thermal bath in three cascading lagoons at Olkaria Geothermal Spa, on the Great Rift Valley floor at the heart of Hell’s Gate National Park.
Trek up Mount Kenya
For solo adventurers, a hiking or climbing safari to the top of the second-highest point in Africa is a great way to test your prowess against Kenya’s supreme Mountain. The Mountain raises up to a height of about 5,199m (17,057ft). You can explore this giant mountain on your Kenya safaris tour as a solo traveler.
You can also visit the Equator line that splits the middle of Kenya. The best spot to straddle the line is 6km (3.7mi) south of Nanyuki or the exact same distance north, at Central Kisumu. A safari to Kenya offers more adventures from the iconic big game viewing in top safari parks and wildlife reserves to beach side escapes and relaxations at the Indian Ocean cost. We can customize your Kenya safari tour to include all your preferred Kenya Safari activities and experiences including Nature walks, Game drives, cultural experiences, hot air balloon rides, and beach holidays, among others.
Food in Kenya – Where to eat from on a solo Safari in Kenya?
The best way to experience authentic Kenyan cuisine is by visiting a kibanda, which is an open-air restaurant that serves delicious food. The atmosphere is simple and the food is amazing. You can sit on basic tables and bench seats made of stones and bricks with a plank. These places don't have menus, water dispensers, or bathrooms. Also, you won't find pizzas, burgers, or French fries here. Instead, you can enjoy filling beef, mandazi (deep-fried bread pouches), chicken, chapati, beans, and ugali, which is a thick-porridge-like maize dish—the real Kenyan deal. If you want more, you can ask for Sosa (an additional helping) and the cook will be happy to serve you.
If you're feeling adventurous, you can try camel tea, a camel milkshake, or camelcino (camel-milk cappuccino). You can also visit a delectable flea market boho brunch, which offers fantastic local foods, music, and drinks.
If this does not work for you, we can arrange your tour while including all the meals per day. These meals can be served at you accommodation facility or lodge during safaris. Contact us and have the best Kenya safari tour as a solo traveler.
