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Embrace Kenya's Nature And Wildlife On Your Getaway

Kenya is a vast land that is home to some of the world's most amazing and endangered wildlife. The landscape in Kenya is often harsh and unforgiving; especially during the heavy rain falls.

While nature has learned to adapt to the conditions, there are cases when the wild life face dangerous moments, and may need help. A guest at the Sanctuary Olonana witnessed a mother wildebeest crossing the Mara River, but left her calf in the strong current struggling to swim across. Nearby, a female hippo was watching the struggle, and to the guests relief, came to the calfs rescue, pushing it towards the river bank, assisting the young calf to swim across to its mother!

The Sanctuary Olonana offers more animal sightings and activities to share with loved ones. They also offer a unique and enriching family safari experience for families. The Sanctuary Olonana's recent deals for family getaway include the Family Safari Special, in which any child under 16 years who shares a tent with his or her parents stay for free.

The 137-room Tribe Hotel in Kenya is also a excellent choice that was listed on Condé Nast Traveler's 2010 Hot ListThe 137-room Tribe Hotel is also a excellent choice that was listed on Condé Nast Traveler's 2010 Hot List. Located in Nairobi's leafy suburbs near the Village Market, the Tribe is close to East Africa's largest shopping and recreation center. The Tribe offers incredible hospitality and exquisite furnishings and design, the Tribe conveys its African heritage, yet enhances it with a modern and world-class twist. This boutique hotel boasts a wellness spa, and meeting space. For dining visit EPIC; the hotel's restaurant, which serves an eclectic selection of global cuisine.

Another choice for a getaway is the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy,which hosted Prince William and Kate Middleton the week before their royal engagement at Rutundu cabin. It is here, at Lewa where you'll discover the world's largest single population of Grevy's zebra, ten percent of Kenya's black rhino population, and fourteen percent of Kenya's white rhino population.

For the travelers seeking a private retreat, the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is the perfect destination. With a majestic backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kenya and Matthews Range, Lewa offers a remote and serene escape with a variety of accommodations including the private Lewa House, Kifaru cottages, Sirikoi Lodge, as well as Lewa Safari Camp.

By Leroy Worley

Learn More: To plan your getaway to Kenya at one of these retreats visit the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy at www.lewa.org, or for the Tribe Hotel go to www.tribe-hotel.com.

To explore more destinations and attractions to visit in Kenya visit http://www.tourism.go.ke/.