Kenya Case Study
Kenya Case Study
Kenya is a LEDC (less economically developed country) which uses tourism as a way to develop, and today tourism is its major growth industry. Kenya is located in eastern Africa and borders the Indian Ocean. Its bordering countries are Somalia, Ethiopia, Sudan, Uganda and Tanzania. Kenya lies on the equator. Its capital city is Nairobi.
Maps of Location:
Attractions of Kenya:
Physical Attractions
Human Attractions mountains: Mount Kenya (highest mountains in Africa)
National Parks (Amboseli National Park, East and West Tsavo National Park) views of Mount Kilimanjaro
Mosques at Mombasa
Wildlife (wildebeest, lions, hippos, elephants)
Safari’s (Masai Mara)
Beaches along the Indian Ocean (Mombassa Beach)
Mountain climbing/hiking
Active/semi active volcanoes
Game reserves (Masai Mara)
Hot springs
Cultures and traditions of Kenya (eg, traditional dance, food, language)
Lakes (Bogoria, Nakuru, Magadi, Turkana)
Resorts on the beach (Diani Beach)
Tana River (longest river in Kenya, 440 miles) and the Ewaso N’giro River (runs through Mt. Kenya)
Golfing
Warm, dry weather (between June to September) sightseeing- Lamu ( a historical island)
Mount Kenya Natural Forest
Kayaking in rivers, fishing scenery , grassy plains
Balloon Safari
Coffee plantations at Thika tanning, beach activities (windsurfing)
Great Rift Valley (a valley that divides Kenya downwards the entire country) artifacts of Kenya made by the Masai people
Why is Kenya popular with tourists especially those from European countries like France and the UK?
This is because of the climate of Kenya which is dry and warm and is a change for the French and British tourists. Also, the British and French tourists enjoy the wildlife and the desert, and outdoor activities such as hiking and climbing mountains.
The Benefits brought by tourism to Kenya: Tourism brings many benefits to LEDCs such as Kenya. Tourism is the leading industry in Kenya and is very
Kenya is a LEDC (less economically developed country) which uses tourism as a way to develop, and today tourism is its major growth industry. Kenya is located in eastern Africa and borders the Indian Ocean. Its bordering countries are Somalia, Ethiopia, Sudan, Uganda and Tanzania. Kenya lies on the equator. Its capital city is Nairobi.
Maps of Location:
Attractions of Kenya:
Physical Attractions
Human Attractions mountains: Mount Kenya (highest mountains in Africa)
National Parks (Amboseli National Park, East and West Tsavo National Park) views of Mount Kilimanjaro
Mosques at Mombasa
Wildlife (wildebeest, lions, hippos, elephants)
Safari’s (Masai Mara)
Beaches along the Indian Ocean (Mombassa Beach)
Mountain climbing/hiking
Active/semi active volcanoes
Game reserves (Masai Mara)
Hot springs
Cultures and traditions of Kenya (eg, traditional dance, food, language)
Lakes (Bogoria, Nakuru, Magadi, Turkana)
Resorts on the beach (Diani Beach)
Tana River (longest river in Kenya, 440 miles) and the Ewaso N’giro River (runs through Mt. Kenya)
Golfing
Warm, dry weather (between June to September) sightseeing- Lamu ( a historical island)
Mount Kenya Natural Forest
Kayaking in rivers, fishing scenery , grassy plains
Balloon Safari
Coffee plantations at Thika tanning, beach activities (windsurfing)
Great Rift Valley (a valley that divides Kenya downwards the entire country) artifacts of Kenya made by the Masai people
Why is Kenya popular with tourists especially those from European countries like France and the UK?
This is because of the climate of Kenya which is dry and warm and is a change for the French and British tourists. Also, the British and French tourists enjoy the wildlife and the desert, and outdoor activities such as hiking and climbing mountains.
The Benefits brought by tourism to Kenya: Tourism brings many benefits to LEDCs such as Kenya. Tourism is the leading industry in Kenya and is very
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