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Independent hotel guides, travel articles, and travel videos for Kenya.

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Travel videos

World Wild Hearts

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World Wild Hearts is a YouTube travel channel by Zac and Ine, who create videos and travel guides from their trips.

This Kenya travel video showcases a well-rounded 10-day trip across Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, Tsavo, Mombasa, and Diani Beach.

Karl Watson: Travel Documentaries

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Karl Watson: Travel Documentaries is a YouTube travel channel featuring Karl Watson's long-form travel films and related trip content.

This itinerary video follows a strong one-week Kenya safari route through Nairobi, Lake Nakuru, Naivasha, and Maasai Mara.

Suitcase Monkey

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Suitcase Monkey is a YouTube travel channel focused on destination-led vlogs, travel guide movies, and practical trip tips.

This Kenya vlog combines safari travel through Amboseli and Tsavo West with game drives, park stops, and time at Diani Beach.

Amanda King

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Amanda King is a YouTube channel sharing life abroad, travel vlogs, relationship content, and flight attendant experiences.

This vlog follows a week in Kenya with Masai Mara safari segments, camp stays, local village material, and time in Nairobi, giving the trip a varied personal-travel angle.

Travel articles & blogs

ViaTravelers
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ViaTravelers is a travel media and planning site combining destination guides with structured trip-planning tools. Their Kenya travel guide offers a well-rounded overview of safari areas, Nairobi, Lamu Island, wildlife, landscapes, culture, and conservation context.

Visit Kenya, Kenya — Travel Guide (2026)

Kenya travel guide — Masai Mara safari, Amboseli elephants, Lamu Island, Nairobi, and the East African country where the Great Migration sets the calendar.

viatravelers.com/destinations/kenya/

A Dangerous Business
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A Dangerous Business is Amanda Williams' travel blog focused on realistic planning and personally tested destination guidance. Her Kenya travel guide is a strong broad-planning resource, bringing together safari travel, beaches, wildlife, and the capital city.

Kenya Travel Guide

Kenya is a country in East Africa known for its scenic landscapes and diverse wildlife. One of the most popular safari destinations in Africa, Kenya is home to the incredible Maasai Mara National Reserve. Much more than just a safari destination, Kenya also boasts stunning beaches and a world-class capital city. Kenya quick facts Top...

dangerous-business.com/destinations/kenya/

Wild Junket
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Wild Junket is Nellie Huang's adventure and experiential travel blog focused on offbeat destinations and detailed guides. Her Kenya guide is especially useful for safari planning, choosing places to go, and reviewing practical safety and health tips before a trip.

Kenya Travel Guide: All You Need to Know – Wild Junket

Having been to Kenya 3 times, I'm sharing a detailed Kenya travel guide, from best places to go on safari to safety and health tips.

wildjunket.com/traveling-to-kenya/

The Blonde Abroad
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The Blonde Abroad is a solo female travel and lifestyle blog focused on stylish travel planning and destination inspiration. Their 10-day Kenya itinerary gives travelers a polished planning frame that includes Giraffe Manor and game drives through the Maasai Mara.

10 Day Itinerary for Kenya • The Blonde Abroad

Planning a trip to Kenya? Here's my full 10 day itinerary for Kenya that will take you to the famous Giraffe Manor and game drives through the Maasai Mara!

theblondeabroad.com/10-day-itinerary-for-kenya/

Goats On The Road
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Goats On The Road is a travel guide site and travel-lifestyle business resource covering destinations and sustainable travel work. Their Kenya food article is a helpful introduction to local dishes, including nyama choma, ugali, kachumbari, biryani, and mutura.

Goats On The Road: Food In Kenya

Read the guide at goatsontheroad.com/food-in-kenya/.

goatsontheroad.com/food-in-kenya/

A Broken Backpack
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A Broken Backpack is a practical long-term-travel and travel-resources blog with destination, connectivity, and living-abroad guidance. Their Kenya connectivity guide is practical for comparing prepaid SIM cards, online purchase routes, in-person buying, and eSIM alternatives.

Kenya SIM Cards: Everything You Need To Know | 2026

Learn how to buy a Kenya SIM card.📱Compare your options to buy in person, online or get an eSIM.✔️ Get your prepaid Kenya SIM card!

abrokenbackpack.com/kenya-sim-cards/

This Battered Suitcase
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This Battered Suitcase is a long-running personal travel and life blog with narrative and practical travel writing. Their Kenya packing guide is useful for travelers planning safari clothing and broader trip outfits, drawing on detailed East Africa travel context.

What to Wear in Kenya - This Battered Suitcase

Here's what to wear in Kenya, on safari and beyond. A detailed packing list of everything I wore during my time in East Africa!

thisbatteredsuitcase.com/what-to-wear-in-kenya/

Against The Compass
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Against the Compass is a specialist travel site focused on adventurous, unusual, and less-covered destinations. Their budget Kenya safari guide is a practical resource for cost-conscious travelers, including logistics for using public transport to reach the Masai Mara gates.

How to do a safari in Kenya on a budget: Step by step guide - Against the Compass

Going on a safari in in the Massai Mara is tremendously expensive. In this guide, I will show how to do a safari in Kenya on a budget, for around 200USD. How can it be so cheap? The secret is to get to the Masai Mara gates by public transportation

againstthecompass.com/en/safari-kenya-budget/

NOMADasaurus
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NOMADasaurus is an adventure travel and photography blog with destination guides and outdoor-focused travel coverage. Their Kenya adventure article gives active travelers a useful set of ideas, from exploring Lamu Island to going on safari in Amboseli National Park.

7 Epic Adventure Activities In Kenya

From exploring the beautiful Lamu Island to going on a safari in Amboseli National Park, these are just some of the adventure activities in Kenya!

nomadasaurus.com/adventure-activities-in-kenya/

The Travel Bunny
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The Travel Bunny is a budget and slow-travel blog offering practical destination articles, travel advice, and vacation planning content. Their family holiday guide is helpful for planning a Kenya trip around wildlife safaris and family-friendly accommodation.

Family Holiday In Kenya 2026: Plan The Perfect African Adventure

Plan the best family holiday in Kenya with our expert tips! From wildlife safaris to family-friendly accommodations, plan an unforgettable adventure now.

the-travel-bunny.com/family-holiday-in-kenya/

The Poor Traveler
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The Poor Traveler is a practical budget-travel and itinerary site with strong visa and travel-document guidance. Their Kenya guide is a helpful resource for Filipino tourists, clearly explaining eVisa or ETA requirements and the online application process for a tourism trip.

How to Apply for KENYA eVISA or ETA Online • Requirements + Process for Filipino Tourists

Planning to visit Kenya soon? Whether you’re going on an African safari or hitting the beaches of Mombasa, if you’re traveling to Kenya for tourism,

thepoortraveler.net/kenya-evisa/

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