County number 47, is Nairobi. Kenya’s Capital city that derived her name from the Maasai word Enkare Nyirobi meaning a place of cool waters. These used to be a swampy place. The swamps can easily be seen from the rooftop of KICC, at the central park and also at the Nairobi National park.  A half-day Nairobi city tour takes about three to four hours.  Our tour was curated by Jean Chinku of Nairobi on Foot initiative.  Nairobi came into existence in 1895 to 1905; it served as the British provincial capital. In 1905, the town became the capital city of the British East Africa Prote ..read more

The sight of Mount Kenya on our right and the Nanyuki railway line that has recently been refurbished give us an aura of adventure. Sunday is usually a family day, as we drive past the towns Karatina, Kiganjo, Chaka and Narumoro towards Nanyuki town one can spot families heading home after their usual Sunday worship. The weather is great, the skies seem to be welcoming us to the gateway to Laikipia plateau; Nanyuki town.   It’s home to loads of history and plays a major role in conservation as well as tourist resort that are home to creating that unforgettable holiday and getaway ex ..read more

Thoughts of waking up in a forest, to the bird choir are enough inspiration to have me pack my bags for a budget weekend getaway to the Castle Forest Lodge. We set out from Nairobi at 3 pm and embark on our weekend getaway 155 kilometres away.  The Friday traffic notwithstanding, we arrive at the Castle Forest Lodge in Kirinyanga Country a few minutes after 6:30 pm. It is advisable to arrive before 6:00 pm as are the forest rules. Luckily for us were are allowed in as we had called earlier to inform the management of our delayed departure from the capital.  Castle Forest Lodge: The r ..read more

Magical memories are created, that’s the sole reason we embarked on a one hour thirty minutes’ drive from Nairobi to arrive at the Sirville Lake Elementaita Lodge located along the Nakuru Nairobi Highway. Our arrival marks the beginning our magical stay in this part of Kenya’s Rift valley. Sirville Lake Elementaita LodgeThe quiet tranquility at the lodge is ideal for weekend getaways. The lake is a bird’s haven ideal for birding. Lake Elementatita a birds HavenWe take a nature walk along the beautiful shallow lakes in the magical rift valley unearthing local history.  The lake derives her nam ..read more

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Magical memories are created, that’s the sole reason we embarked on a one hour thirty minutes’ drive from Nairobi to arrive at the Sirville Lake Elementaita Lodge located along the Nakuru Nairobi Highway. Our arrival marks the beginning our magical stay in this part of Kenya’s Rift valley. Sirville Lake Elementaita LodgeThe quiet tranquility at the lodge is ideal for weekend getaways. The lake is a bird’s haven ideal for birding. Lake Elementatita a birds HavenWe take a nature walk along the beautiful shallow lakes in the magical rift valley unearthing local history.  The lake derives her nam ..read more

Our Interview with Ms Maggie Kago of Kago Holidays who are based in Mombasa gives us an insight on how her entrepreneurship journey began and what we should expect from Kago Holidays as well some travel hacks for anyone wanting to travel on a budget in 2020. Who is Kago Holidays and what does Kago Holidays do? We are a travel agency based in Mombasa that strives to create memories and footprints in the coastal Holiday circuit.  It was inspired after an internship in the region leading to the birth of agency in 2018. What inspired you to start the business? (To do what you do)? I ..read more

Away from the white paradise beaches is a rich cultural history that surrounds today’s Malindi. Located in Kilifi country, it’s one of Kenya, coastal towns that date back to the 10th century.  This is one of the tours that will have you understand about the coastal people’s way of life while appreciating their history too!  At a cost of one hundred Kenya shillings, (Kshs. 100) this is what I experienced! Vasco Da Gama Pillar It is believed to be one of the oldest European monument in Africa. Located at the seafront, the pillar that’s today a monument was built in 1498 by the Portu ..read more

No matter where in the world you are – Christmas is the perfect occasion to spend some quality time with loved ones; whilst feasting to your heart’s content! With each country around the world celebrating through their own festive traditions; each also has their very own seasonal dishes too… Photo Credit Ocean Florida partnered up with bloggers from all over the world to share some of the most traditional meals, treats and seasonal drinks served around the globe during the festive period. https://www.ocean-florida.co.uk/christmas-around-the-world/ Kenyatalii.com was happy to b ..read more