Events and Festivals depict the real culture of any country. Many tourists travel abroad just to enjoy cultural festivals of different regions. Similarly, numerous tourists show their interest just to witness the bustling events and festivals of Kenya. Participating in or watching Kenyan festivals would be a remarkable experience that would never let you to forget those exciting moments. Kenyan culture is made-up of several events and festivals, which present the real taste of Africa. This article will give you the brief introduction of Kenyan events and festivals, which are held in different seasons throughout the year.
The Kenya Tourism Week
The member countries of World Tourism Organization celebrate the World Tourism Day on 27 September. As Kenya is the member of WTO, so it also celebrates the World Tourism Day. The public and private tourism stakeholders of Kenya extend this event from one day to the whole week. Kenya was become the member of WTO in 1991 and since then the festival is celebrated by offering unique packages to tourists such as cheap flights to Kenya, free trips to several sights, dinner parties and tree planting etc.
The Air Show
An annual event is organized by Aero Club of East Africa. In this event, several aircrafts of different models are displayed. Due to its well marketing, it becomes the fastest growing Air Show in Africa. The encouraging thing about the event is that funds are raised for deserving people during the event. Some popular aircrafts, which were displayed in The Air Show, are Landrover Hawker Hunter, F-5E 'Tiger', Whisper Class and Pilatus Pc 12 etc.
Safari Rally
World Motor Sports Council organizes this international event with the help of Safari Rally Kenya Ltd. Previously it was only held in Easter holidays but now dates have been changed due to unhidden reasons. To participate in the event, interested drivers, from all over the world, get registered with the Safari Rally management. Before participating in rally, each driver has to get sponsorship for car, fueling etc, from any recognized company. Race covers 3,000 Km in prior assessed route by the Sport council and the whole event takes place for 4 to 5 days.
Rhino Charge
It is an annual event, which is organized by Nongovernmental Organization named as Rhino Ark Trust. The organization was made up with the mission of saving rhino species in Kenya. Rhino Charge is a car racing event that is organized enough, where individual and family can equally enjoy. This event is held with the message that wildlife is an important feature of the world. Hence, it should be saved.
Normally Rhino Charge event is held between the months of June and September for 2 to 3 days and drivers have to drive over 200 sq Km. The whole path is blocked by luggas, ditches and dense bush to create some suspense and thrill in the race.
International camel Derby
It is an annual camel-racing event, which is organized by International Camel Race Association. Mostly it is held during the months of August and September for 2 days. The venue for the race is wisely chosen, as the climate of the venue must be supportive for the camels.
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