Kenya is a pioneer in the conservation movement, bringing its wildlife population back to a thriving state after the poaching that occurred in the 1970s and 80s. And even better? Some conservancies and parks have integrated conservation with tourism — so if you want your travel dollars to have an impact, this is the trip for you.

When you picture “Africa,” you’re probably thinking of Kenya. Running herds of zebras and wildebeests, pursued by ferocious hunting cats. Pink flamingos perching awkwardly at the edge of a lake. Red elephants, snow-capped Kilimanjaro, and dense, dark forests.

From the coastal melting-pot culture of Malindi to the beating concrete jungle of Nairobi — with plenty of wildlife exposure in between, of course — our 6-day, 7-night itinerary showcases the absolute best this gorgeous country has to offer.

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