Kenya is one of the most attractive tourism destinations in the whole world. Apart from its charming capital, Nairobi which in fact is the most modern city of Africa after South African ones, Kenya has a number of tourism destinations that are tremendously attractive to the travelers. These tourism destinations in Kenya, ranges from the majestic mountains to the vast expanse of deep blue sea. Be it beaches or mountains, forests or deserts, small villages or cities, the visitors are bound to be enchanted by the natural beauty and in the middle there is wilderness that is famed for a number of safaris. In fact Kenya is particularly attractive to the travelers as it offers a number of exciting safaris that can range from the wildlife safaris to the cultural and sport safaris as well.

Kenya tourism unveils a number of breathtakingly beautiful attractions. The hills and mountains of Kenya are far apart from the lowland valleys and plains. The mountains of Kenya are spectacular for their sheer height and beauty. The country has a number of mountains that charms the tourists with their sublime beauty. Mount Kenya is one of the most visited mountains in Kenya. This mountain is regarded by the tribal people of Kikuyu as the sacred residence of one of their god. Moreover this mountain presents the rare sight of snowfall in equator. Some of other famous mountains in Kenya are Mt. Longonot, Mt. Elgon, Shimba Hills and Western Highlands.

Aberdares, Arabuko and Sokoke are the notable forests of Kenya. Kenya is famous for its reserve forests and national parks that are home to some amazing variety of exotic wildlife. The animals that roam freely in these parks range from carnivorous such as lions and leopards to herbivorous like elephants, zebra, antelopes and wild beast. Kenya Destination is most attractive to the lovers of wildlife. Nairobi National Park, Masai Mara and Amboseli National Park are some of the best-known game reserves in Kenya.

How do you rate your relationship with India?
• Historical and mutually enriching. We share common views on various global matters within the G77 framework, South-South Co-operation as well as at bilateral levels.
• Diplomatic ties were established upon attaining independence and they have continued to grow. Where do you find India most useful? In political or economic spheres or both?
• In both areas. Continued co-operation with India is important for mutual interest. Were you a part of Vibrant Gujarat held recently?
• Yes we were. Indeed, our prime minister was key speaker. It went on very well and we look forward to cementing the gains made from the visit.
• It might interest you to note that we have a huge Kenyans of Indian origin, most of whom are Gujaratis and trace their days to 1896 when they came to build the Kenya Uganda railway. Have signed MOUs and in which aspects?
• Yes, Kenya and India have signed many MOUs, which are largely dealt within the framework of the Joint Permanent Commission. As a follow-up, we had the last meeting of the Joint trade Commission here in New Delhi from 18th - 19th December 2008. These MOUs range from BASA, capacity building, Co-operation in Engineering of Goods, Small and Medium Scale Sector, Telecom Sector, Agricultural Sector, Human Resource Development, Lines of Credit, Drug Administration, Bilateral Investment Promotion & Protection Agreement (BIPA), Proposal for review of the following MOUs are under consideration- Tourism, Bilateral Air Service Agreement, Administration of Standards. Potential for further areas of co-operation are ample.

Anything else you would like to say?
• Yes, our biggest task now as a mission is to consolidate the existing cordial relations with particular focus on attracting investments. This is central as it mirrors our national Vision 2030 whose primary objective is to improve the life of Kenyans by focusing away from aid to investment. Hence, I take the opportunity to invite Indian investors into Kenya. Opportunities for investment with returns are there. As a priority, in the Infrastructure (Roads, railway, ports), energy, agriculture (value addition) and tourism. This could be in form of joint venture, wholly owned or PPP which is a very successful model in infrastructure and energy development in India.
• Certainly, tourism plays an important role in our economy. We offer an extremely unique product which I would like to invite Indians to visit and sample. Equally, investment opportunity exists in the sector. What are your plans to sell Kenya as an overseas tourism market?
• This is an ongoing task. We have continued to work closely with tour operators alongside Kenya Airways; we have as country participated in travel related events globally as well as in India. The recent (7th - 9th and 12th- 14th February 2009 respectively) in Mumbai and New Delhi (Outbound Travel Mart - 2009) is a case in mind. There is still a lot more to be done specially in advertising in the media.