The trail of Barack Obama in Kogelo, a presidential safari in Kenya

Barack Obama enjoy his heritage tour in, Kogelo. Image: holidaykenyasafaris.com

Adventure in Kenya

If you have frequent flights to many countries beautiful and historic cities with many modern amenities. 

Maybe you also do shopping in a variety of other interesting cities, it may be time to travel to places that are more challenging as diving in Raja Ampat in Papua, climbing Mount Everest or perhaps do a safari or mountain climbing in Kenya, Africa. You can get a tremendous experience on the continent that is believed to be the origin of the human race.

If you have an adventurous spirit and want to feel the authenticity of the African wilderness, then you can join a special tour, trail of Barack Obama in his father's homeland in Kogelo, Kenya by choosing a special package "Presidential Heritage Safari". This is a very unique safari for adventurous travelers who want to discover Obama’s Kenyan roots as well as enjoy Africa's greatest wild animals such as: leopard, lion, elephant, buffalo and so on.

On the Obama Trail safari  in Kenya you will get to meet the president's grandmother Sarah Onyango Obama and his uncle Said Obama who still live Kenya. You can also learn the tales of the Luo community, a Nilotic tribe in Kenya from where Obama senior hails from. This holiday is combines the best of African wildlife safari and an encounter with Obama's ancestry in the west of Kenya.

Beautiful sunset. Image: bigtimesholidays.com

Obama's wife, the first lady of the United States has also traveled to Kenya to see and feel the hometown of his father in law. Michele Obama said “Our African Safari was so wonderful, I used the time to scout for suitable living quarters in Kenya where Barack was born.” 

Obama has only made three visits to the village in his lifetime to trace his roots. But none of the visits propelled Kogelo to the international map as his win did. Are you curious about of Barack Obama's hometown in Kolego? Now you can choose a variety of vacation packages in Kenya, including a safari to follow the trail of Obama in the birthplace of his ancestors.

Michele Obama enjoy safari in Kenya. Image: dancingczars.wordpress.com

Kogelo, where US President- Barack Obama’s father was born, was just an ordinary sleepy village in Western Kenya. Kogelo’s status changed overnight after Obama made history by becoming the first African-American to win the US presidency and his late father’s village has since then been basking in the international glory. Barack Obama has only made three visits to the village in his lifetime to trace his roots. 

Kenya. It’s a country where you can come face to face with lions and watch a cheetah take its midday nap. It’s a land where elephants have right of way. And it’s a place where the sunset chorus from the waterhole will beat Adele’s latest album hands down.

              You can also enjoy fantastic beach in Kenya. Kenya’s beaches are serious competition for the Caribbean. Blockbusters like Bamburi and Diani are the places to pull on your wetsuit and explore the nearby coral reefs. The clear turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean lap gently at the sand, providing a romantic and peaceful setting for many.

   African elephant herd with a background of Mount Kilimanjaro. Image: africapoint.net

Kenya’s got a few lesser-known highlights, too, starting with the capital, Nairobi. With all its markets and bazaars, the city is the place to pick up everything from artwork to hand-painted fabrics. Don’t forget to enjoy shopping in Mombasa and buy the authentic souvenirs. Mombasa has an abundance of white pristine beaches that just make you want to curl your toes into the sand.

    

If you climb a mountain sports lovers, you can not miss to climb Mount Kenya,  the second highest mountain in Africa after Kilimanjaro. Mount Kenya is less crowded than its famous neighbour 200 miles away.  This is a truly memorable African mountain experience.

 Beautiful flamingos in Great Rift Valley. Image:rhinoafrica.com

After your summit climb, you can relax at one of the stunning eco friendly lodges or tented camps nearby.  The lodges are located in the dramatic, unspoilt wilderness of Laikipia, home to some of Africa’s most endangered animal species and remote from mass tourism.

There are some other interesting places that are recommended for your visit to enjoy a holiday in Kenya, namely: The Great Rift Valley, Amboseli National Park and Masai Mara Game Reser. The Maasai Mara Game Reserve has rightfully earned its place as the most visited destination in Kenya. The Maasai Mara is the home of the New Seventh Wonder of the World, The Great Wildebeest Migration. The Mara is the embodiement of what a safari is supposed to be.

 

Million wildebeests crossing the Mara river in the Masai Mara game. Image: worldzootoday.com 

You also need to visit the Amboseli National Park or dubbed the ‘Land of the Giants’, Amboseli is the second most popular park in Kenya.

 It is where you can come face to face with the African Elephant, the world’s largest land animals; as they leisurely graze on the plains with the spectacular Mount Kilimanjaro serving as a backdrop. You also can see the rest of the big five: Lions, Buffaloes, Leopards and the critically endangered black rhino.

You also will not forget the Great Rift Valley, a spectacular geological wonder of the world has amassed a wealth of attractions. In this beautiful park you will find around 12 volcanoes and seven lakes, the Great Rift is sure to satisfy all you needs tourist. Laden with game parks, lodges and hotels, you will lack nothing on this incredible safari, and the Lake Nakuru the which is the home of the world famous flamingos and a bird watchers paradise. Safari and adventure in Kenya is an incredible experience, where you will feel closer to nature-loving God's creation.