Kenya Family Holiday Travel Guide | Bring Your Kids to the Animal Kingdom

| Bring Your Kids to the Animal Kingdom. Still worrying about where to take your kids to play? Kenya is the place to be! This is a real-life animal world where children can get up close to nature and experience an unprecedented adventure. Pre-trip preparation🧳 📩Visa: Kenya implements e-visas for Chinese tourists 💉Vaccine: Yellow fever vaccine must be given in advance 🧥Clothing: There is a large temperature difference between day and night in Kenya, so bring some lightweight long-sleeved trousers, a light down jacket, or a windbreaker, which are both sun-proof and warm. Choose comfortable sneakers for your shoes to facilitate activities. 🛍Other items: High SPF sunscreen, sun hat, sunglasses, mosquito repellent, disinfectant wipes, pure water wipes, tissues, disposable bath towels, slippers, portable kettle, thermos cup, etc. Don't forget to bring some of your child's favorite snacks and instant noodles in case they are not used to the food. Must-see attractions🎈 📍Masai Mara National Reserve: A paradise for animal lovers, here you can see the "African Big Five" - lions 🦁, elephants 🐘, buffalo 🐃, leopards 🐆 and rhinos 🦏, as well as wildebeest, zebras and countless other herbivores. Every year from July to October, you can see the shocking Great Migration of animals, with the wildebeest army crossing the Mara River, a spectacle of nature. 📍Amboseli National Park: With the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro in the background, admire the huge herds of African elephants for a super-shocking picture. With its open views, this is a great place to take pictures, and children can run freely on the grasslands and feel the charm of nature. 📍Giraffe Park: Children can interact closely with giraffes, feed them by hand, and even kiss them, observe these gentle giants up close, and learn about their living habits, which is super fun. 📍Lake Nakuru National Park: Known as a "birdwatcher's paradise," here you can see millions of flamingos gathered together, their pink feathers shimmering in the sunlight, like a dream. In addition to flamingos, there are more than 400 other species of birds, so bring your binoculars and start your birdwatching journey. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Recommended family activities🎉 1.🎈 Hot Air Balloon Safari: In the early morning, take a hot air balloon and slowly rise up to overlook the Masai Mara prairie from the air. The vast prairie, winding rivers, and herds of animals are all in sight, bringing a new visual experience to children. This is an unforgettable experience. 2.🐎 Visit the Maasai tribe: Step into the lives of the Maasai people and learn about their unique culture and traditions. Watch the Maasai people's enthusiastic dance performances, learn their hunting skills, experience drilling wood to make fire, and make Maasai-style handicrafts by hand to feel the charm of the original tribe. 3. 🐘 Participate in wildlife conservation activities: Take your children to participate in some wildlife conservation projects, such as helping staff take care of injured animals and preparing food for the animals, so that children can develop awareness of animal protection from an early age and cultivate their love and responsibility. 4. Lake Naivasha boat trip: Take a boat trip on Lake Naivasha, one of the most beautiful freshwater lakes in Kenya, to admire the scenery of the lake and mountains, observe hippos 🦛 and various water birds up close, and enjoy a leisurely family time. You can also hike on Crescent Island by the lake and feel the tranquility and beauty of nature. Food experience🍲 🍱Ugali: This is the staple food of Kenya, made from corn flour, with a soft and glutinous taste. It can be eaten with various stews, meats or vegetables, such as chicken stew, beef stew, etc. The taste is super delicious. 🥩Barbecue: In Kenya, barbecue is an indispensable delicacy. Tender and juicy grilled lamb and grilled beef, served with special sauces, are full of happiness with every bite. 🥞Chapati: A kind of pancake, a bit like Indian flying cake, fragrant, soft and delicious, can be eaten with curry, bean paste, etc., children will definitely like it. 🍌Fruits: Kenya has a hot climate and a wide variety of fruits, such as mangoes, pineapples 🍍, bananas 🍌, etc., which are sweet and juicy. It is also a great pleasure to sit together as a family and taste the local fresh fruits during the trip. Accommodation options🏨 1. Luxury tent hotel⛺️: Staying in a luxury tent hotel in the national park not only allows you to enjoy a comfortable accommodation environment, but also allows you to get close to wild animals. As soon as you open your eyes in the morning, you can see elephants and giraffes leisurely grazing not far away, and fall asleep to the sound of insects at night, as if you are integrated with nature. 2. Seaside resort hotel🏖: If there are seaside cities in your itinerary, you may wish to choose a seaside resort hotel. Children can have fun on the beach, build sandcastles, and collect shells, while adults can enjoy sunbathing on the beach, taste delicious seafood, and relax. 3. Featured tree house hotel🌳: In some forest reserves, there are featured tree house hotels, such as the Treetops Hotel in Aberdare National Park, where the Queen of England once stayed. Living in a tree house is like being in a fairy tale world, and you can also observe animals moving under the trees, which is full of fun. Precautions⚠️ 1⃣Safety issues: Kenya is generally safe, but you should still pay attention to keeping your valuables safe in cities and tourist attractions and avoid acting alone. When playing in the national park, be sure to follow the instructions of the tour guide and do not get off the bus or approach wild animals without authorization. 2⃣Food hygiene: Try to eat in regular restaurants, drink bottled water, and avoid eating food from roadside stalls to prevent gastrointestinal discomfort. 3⃣Animal observation: When watching animals, do not make loud noises or feed the animals to avoid disturbing them or causing danger. 4⃣Respect local culture: The Maasai tribe and others have their own unique cultures and customs. When visiting, respect their traditions, abide by local regulations, and do not take photos at will. A family trip to Kenya is full of surprises and emotions. It is an excellent opportunity for children to get close to nature and increase their knowledge, and it is also a journey for the whole family to create wonderful memories together. Pack your bags and bring your children to Kenya to start this wonderful adventure!