Americans already cross oceans for Kenya’s wildlife, but too many still plan as if the country ends at the edge of the bush. After days that start before sunrise, throwing dust into your hair and scanning every patch of grass for a flicker of movement, safari somehow keeps you hungry for one more drive, one more sighting and one more story from the guide. The coast gives travelers time to come down from that intensity without leaving Kenya. Americans are not a niche audience for Kenya. The country recorded 2,394,376 international arrivals in 2024, up from 2,089,259 in 2023, according to the Tourism Research Institute. The United States was its largest source market with 306,501 visitors, which accounts for 12.8% of total arrivals. But many safari itineraries still send travelers elsewhere for a beach finish, even though Kenya’s own coast can give the trip the slower ending long-haul travelers often need.…