Discover Kenya

Located in Loitokitok District, in the Rift Valley Province of Kenya, Amboseli National Park has an endless underground water supply filtered through thousands of feet of volcanic rock from Mount Kilimanjaro’s ice cap, funneling into two clear water springs in the heart of the reserve.
Amboseli spans 39 206 hectares in size at the core of a diverse ecosystem that spreads across the Kenya-Tanzania border, and is famous for being the best place in Africa to get close to free-roaming elephants, as well as a host of other wildlife species.

In addition to the famed elephants and Big Five wildlife, the reserve’s attractions include opportunities to meet the proud Masai people and take in spectacular views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest free-standing mountain in the world. Epic skies and breathtakingly beautiful horizons combine uniquely with swampy springs and dry, dusty earth, setting the scene for a splendid safari experience.

The world renowned Masai Mara, also known as ‘The Mara’, is located in south west Kenya and is an awe-inspiringly vast expanse of gently rolling African savannah plains. The word ‘Masai’ refers to the Masai / Maasai tribe, nomadic inhabitants of the area and ‘Mara’ is their term for ‘spotted’, with reference to the flat-topped Acacia trees, shrubs and bushes that dot the landscape picturesquely across the reserve.

Measuring over 150 000 hectares, it borders Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park in the south. A unique wildlife conservation haven, The Mara is famous for its diversity of wildlife and is a premium Kenyan safari location. Large numbers of lion, cheetah, elephant, rhino, African buffalo, wildebeest, giraffe and zebra roam the reserve freely and unconfined, in their vast natural habitat.

The Great Wildebeest Migration is a year-round phenomenon, moving between Tanzania’s Serengeti and the Masai Mara. This famed natural spectacle is usually only present in Kenya from around July through to November. In addition, The Mara boasts a host of safari activities ranging from hot air balloon flights over the plains, bush meals under the African skies, nature walks and specialised wildlife treks. Visits to traditional Masai tribal villages give guests a fascinating glimpse into the way of life of these nomadic people, one thing is for certain – The Masai Mara is worthy of a spot on every traveller’s bucket list!

Northern Kenya is one of Africa’s last true wilderness areas. The absence of fences makes it one of the few places left that allows for the free movement of wildlife across a vast area. A red landscape dominated by acacia-grassland, with dramatic dry upland forests rising from its plains, it is home to a wide diversity of species. Inhabited by pastoral tribes with rich traditional histories that are collectively striving both to protect its ecological integrity and their own livelihoods, there is no better way for visitors to experience the real Africa.

Kalama Community Conservancy lies in an area of 95 000 hectares in Samburu land, west of Archer’s Post. With a population of only 2 000, the main livelihood in the area is livestock, mostly camels and goats. Centered around a core conservation area of 3 150 hectares, Kalama represents a crucial migratory corridor between northern and southern conservation areas of this spectacular region of Kenya.

Samburu is a great wildlife destination known for its rare species, its population of predators, and the large herds of elephants. The Ewaso Nyiro River offers a lifeline to the wildlife of this arid region. Guests are guided by Samburu warriors who are passionate about their land and their culture, learning first-hand about their fascinating customs and traditions and their ancient, local knowledge. The vastness and purity of this landscape, combined with the untouched local culture, elegant comfort, and welcoming hospitality makes for an intimate, exceptional and life-changing experience.

Borana Conservancy sits at the foot of Mount Kenya just north of the equator on the Laikipia plateau, nestled between an arid landscape to the north and ancient indigenous forests to the south.

This 13 000 hectare conservation area is home to both black and white rhino and, along with Lewa Conservancy, creates the largest contiguous rhino habitat in East Africa. It’s possible to see all the Big Five as well as a wide variety of endangered species, including African hunting dogs.

Borana is also famous for being home to the original Pride Rock from The Lion King movie, and the producers took much inspiration for the Disney classic from their time at the conservancy. Because it is a conservancy, one can get out on horseback, experience walking safaris, mountain biking and a whole host of other activities including night drives, sustainable farm visits, local village visits and scenic flights.

Laikipia encompasses is located east of the Great Rift Valley and north of the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya, on the edge of Kenya’s fabled Northern Frontier District. A patchwork of huge ranches, many of which are still working cattle ranches, have assumed the role of custodians of Kenya’s free roaming wildlife and are now geared towards adventurous and luxurious safari tourism. Groundbreaking conservation projects work in tandem with the local ecotourism industry, generating sustainable income for the local Samburu and Laikipiak and Mokogodo Masai communities, amongst many others.

The Laikipia plateau is fast becoming a region to rival the Masai Mara. Rolling savannahs interspersed with riverine woodlands and granite inselbergs dot the landscape, with multiple rivers and streams eventually running off into the Ewaso Nyiro, northern Kenya’s largest river.
Home to all the Big Five, this idyllic region affords a huge variety of experiences and activities without the larger numbers of visitors that are sometimes found in national parks. Guests have the possibility of seeing northern species of giraffe, ostrich, and zebra amongst others. Horseback, camel, and walking safaris are very popular.

Westgate Conservancy stretches along Ewaso Nyiro River to the west of Samburu National Reserve – hence its name. Its landscape is dominated by acacia scrubland dotted with rocky outcrops and a green ribbon of riparian plant growth along the Ewaso Nyiro.

Westgate Community Conservancy (WCC) is The Safari Collection’s community partnership in Samburu where Sasaab is located. Set up in 2008, Sasaab is run in partnership with the Samburu community of about 10 000 people. Sasaab protects a core area dedicated to wildlife conservation and the lodge predominantly employs its staff directly from the local community.

Nairobi is the capital of Kenya and East Africa’s most cosmopolitan city, with a vibrant population of 4.5 million. Unique to the city is the proximity of Nairobi National Park, a true wilderness area juxtaposed against the larger urban metropolis.

Nairobi National Park is one of the best places in Africa to see rhino and also has a healthy population of lion, leopard, cheetah, and plains game like giraffe and antelope. Other attractions include the Karen Blixen Museum, the Giraffe Centre, Daphne Sheldrick’s Elephant Orphanage, a visit to a tea farm, and shopping for local crafts and trinkets. There are some great local and cross-cultural restaurants to explore, from roadside food stalls to local nyama choma (barbecue joints) to five-star dining establishments.