Travel Sustainably – Magical Kenya

travel
sustainably

Golf in
VIpingo

Golfing bliss at the Vipingo Ridge Golf Resort in Kenya,
where a pristine championship course meets luxurious
amenities, offering an unparalleled retreat for enthusiasts

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Learn about the ancient swahili

An educational experience with he vibrant heritage of Kenya with the Swahili people, whose rich traditions, intricate artistry, and warm hospitality embody the cultural heartbeat of the coastal regions.

SUSTAINABLE TRAVEL
KENYA

As a destination marketing organization, we believe we have a key contribution to make towards Kenya becoming a sustainable destination by being a link between hosts and guests. This mainly includes communicating Kenya’s sustainability story with partners and travellers from around the world and sharing market intelligence on the sustainable tourism consumption and trends with suppliers in Kenya to enable them to continuously innovate.

KTB SUSTAINABILITY
INITIATIVES

As a destination marketing organization, we believe we have a key contribution to make towards Kenya becoming a sustainable destination by being a link between hosts and guests.

Care for Planet
Conservation & Environment

Sustainable tourism in Kenya prioritizes environmental conservation through green practices like clean energy and habitat protection, recognizing the vital link between healthy environments, thriving communities, and successful tourism.

Care for Planet
Conservation & Environment

In Kenya, sustainable tourism is centered on empowering local communities and preserving their culture, ensuring that our travel destinations also thrive as homes for their residents, fostering local prosperity and cultural preservation.

Care for Planet
Conservation & Environment

Sustainable tourism is about making money in a way that is responsible and helps both people and the environment, creating a good setting for business.

destinations for Eco-tourism visitors

The Kenya Tourism Board’s Magical Kenya Signature Experiences are meticulously curated through an extensive selection process, and are deeply rooted in sustainable practices, emphasizing strong engagement with local communities and the responsible sourcing of materials from the surrounding environment. This approach not only enriches the tourist experience but also fosters community development and environmental stewardship, reflecting a harmonious balance between tourism and sustainable local growth.

destinations for Eco-tourism visitors

Environmentally sustainable signature experiences offer a harmonious blend of adventure
and conservation, crafting unforgettable journeys that tread lightly on the earth.

Ololo Organic Farm
Experience

Ololo Organic Farm Experience

The kitchen at Ololo has become renowned for offering delicious 'paddock to plate' fresh ingredient and cuisine. The Ololo farm and the lodge has been developed by Chapman family from Australia, who have extensive farming background. Ololo produces tastiest eggs, chicken and also duck meat. With the covered vegetable garden and mushroom house, the lodge produces approximately 70% of the greens on our guests' plates all farmed organically using regenerative principles with recycling and composting systems in place.

Purple Tea Farm Experience

Home to the first Purple Tea Farm in Kenya, Getura Greens offers an authentic Tea Farm Tour that allows you to pick, process and pack your own Tea which you get to take home with you as a souvenir. Experiencing an expansive tea tasting ceremony or our specialty tea variants made at our cottage factory & appreciate the delicate taste notes of our luxurious tea line. Thereafter, go on an adventurous short hike through a magical Bamboo Forest, Eucalyptus Forest leading to a breathtaking waterfall where you can enjoy a refreshing swim.

Thimlich Ohinga Archeological Site

Thimilich Ohinga Archeological Site

A tour of the archaeological site is a rich learning experience of the lifestyle, the myths, and the folklore of the local communities that have been passed down from generation to generation. A 16th Century stone complex, held together by traditional interlocking technology. Thimlich Ohinga literally means a ‘frighteningly dense forest’ in Dholuo, a Nilotic group who predominantly occupy the region.

Discover the world’s
best Hidden ECO-TOURISM gems in Kenya!

From the magic of the Maasai Mara, to the rich biodiversity of the Kenyan Coastline, discover all of Kenya’s unrivalled experiences.

Recycling, Tree Planting, Wildlife monitoring

Amboseli Serena Lodge

RATING:GOLD

Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge practices energy conservation, waste recycling, and sustainable sewage management. Its Environmental Management System (EMS) focuses on water, energy, and waste, with annual audits following local regulations.

H2O Treating, LPG Cooking, Solar Heating

bahari beach hotel

RATING:SILVER

The hotel offers tourists a chance to experience wildlife and nature conservation firsthand. Their environmental efforts include an annual self-audit, the ‘Ocean Love Initiative’ for beach clean-ups, and support for the Kenya Wildlife Service's clean-ups.

Borehole, Energy, Pollution Control, Solar Heating

Mara Nyika

RATING:BRONZE

On top of planting over 1,100 trees and educating local children on conservation, the camp's innovative waste management, utilizes biodigesters and composting, complementing its efficient water and energy use, with solar panels and LPG cooking.

Plastic Reduction, Tree Planting, Waste Water Management

OL Pejeta Bush camp

RATING:GOLD

Sustainable tourism needs are met through solar power, emphasizing the camp's commitment to renewable energy.

Parffin Lanterns, Solar Pump, Tree Planting

Sand river camp

RATING:GOLD

Emphasizing a low ecological footprint, the camp supports local wildlife monitoring and boasts a successful tree planting initiative. Innovative waste water treatment ensures recycling and reuse, complementing solid waste management and pollution control measures.

Polution Control, Solar Heating, Water Conservation

Voyager Beach Resort

RATING:SILVER

Sustainability through environmental audits, efficient waste management, and water conservation practices. It emphasizes energy efficiency, pollution control, and community engagement, supporting local initiatives and cultural preservation.

Beach Clean Up, Energy, Water Conservation

Hemmingways watamu

RATING:SILVER

Focusing on sustainability through environmental audits, waste management, water conservation, and energy efficiency. The resort actively supports local communities and wildlife conservation.

Energy, Solar Power, Waste Water Management

Sirikoi lodge

RATING:GOLD

Sirikoi engages in low-impact tourism practices, significant contributions to wildlife conservation, and initiatives for water and energy management. Its commitment extends to local community empowerment and cultural preservation.

Pollution Control, Solar Heating, Staff Welfare

severin sea lodge

RATING:GOLD

Best travel sustainably
places to stay

Explore eco-friendly havens: The best sustainable accommodations for the conscientious tourist.

Finch Hattons Luxury Experience

A Finch Hattons safari is so much more than the Big Five. A relaxing session at the award-winning spa, summiting the dormant Ol Donyo Larame volcano, exploring the Chyulu rainforests and the Shetani lava flow are just some of the unique and unforgettable experiences that you can enjoy

Remarkable Kenya With a Humanitarian Touch

This is an experience that changes you and the community for the better. We will take you through sustainable tourism experiences where you will spend an insightful day with charming and entrepreneurial women at a grassroots social enterprise project.

Catching Light and Touching Fire

Enjoy a once in a lifetime glass blowing experience expertly guided by the studio’s professional artisans and take home one of a kind artisanal planet-friendly souvenirs. It is the only studio of its kind in the world. The studio is 100% Kenyan and 100% recycled