Kenya

Masai Mara

The Masai Mara National Reserve is arguably Kenya’s premier wilderness high spot, home to the famous Big Five and much more. Kenya is also a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 1 000 species recorded. The Masai Mara National Reserve was named for the Maasai people who inhabit the area, and for the Mara River, which flows through this great reserve. It shares a border with Tanzania’s Serengeti National Park and is essentially a continuation of this park, forming the Serengeti-Mara ecosystem.

The Masai Mara is home to an excellent year-round concentration of game and is renowned for its annual visit by the two million animals that make up the Great Migration. Covering an impressive 1 115 km² (430 square miles), the Masai Mara is a land of breathtaking vistas, abundant wildlife and endless plains.

&Beyond Bateleur Camp

Set among forests on the very edge of the Masai Mara, the intimate and luxurious &Beyond Bateleur Camp reflects the ambiance of Kenyan explorers of old.  Guest areas bring in the vast open spaces, adding a touch of vintage safari elegance. Intriguing antiques, hand-crafted artefacts and keepsakes of bygone times mingle with cushy sofas and polished leather chairs. Shiny brass compasses, leather trunks and framed maps bring a poignant reminder of old world travellers on a similar journey, while bookshelves of bound tomes entertain and inform. The warm glow of torches and candles welcome you home from your evening drive. Fine china, crystal and silver sparkle in the torchlight as the aromas of delicious meals waft on the breeze.  A deep, refreshing lap pool provides cool comfort in between game viewing adventures. Delicious meals are served in a memorable setting beneath the stars, followed by fireside port and cigars. Bush breakfasts and romantic sundowners on the edge of the Rift Valley offer an unforgettable African experience.

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo

&Beyond Kichwa Tembo Masai Mara Tented Camp looks out onto the plains of the Masai Mara. Set on a private concession leased from Masai landlords in the north of the Mara, the camp offers total seclusion and abundant wildlife. Simple yet contemporary, the Maasai-inspired suites are elegant and timeless, firmly entrenching &Beyond Kichwa Tembo as the unrivalled luxury tented camp of its size in the greater Mara. As guests arrive, they are instantly welcomed by the commanding view. The spacious guest areas incorporate split-level spaces where guests can relax and unwind. The large windows invite the Mara inside, making it feel like part of the guest area. Guests can escape to the massage tent to indulge in a relaxing treatment. The rim-flow swimming pool, literally on the edge of the Mara, boasts one of the world’s most extraordinary views.

Little Governors Camp

The award winning Little Governors Camp is intimate in character, with just 17 luxury en-suite tents tucked around a large watering hole that teems with both birds and wildlife. The camp is approached by a boat ride across the Mara River, then an escorted walk through the riverine forest. There is the option of enjoying a spa treatment in the privacy of your own tent. The guest tents have large decks for guests to enjoy the constant game activity that takes place around the watering hole while elephants frequently visit the camp at lunch time.

Mara Expedition

Mara Expedition Camp is a small, intimate camp, constructed with deference to the wilderness that surrounds it. Mara Expedition Camp’s design draws stylistic reference from the old, authentic expedition camps of the colonial era. There is a perfect blend of comfort, adventure and harmony in the camp’s five, custom-designed tents. Set at ground level and shaded by the forest canopy, the tents forego fancy amenities but leave you wanting for nothing. With flushing toilets, cold running water and bucket showers, each tent is decorated with an eclectic yet coordinated assembly of what early explorers may have carried with them – brass chandeliers, old Indian campaign chests, rich leather and hardwood furniture – combined with rich textiles and soft cottons.

Samburu Intrepids

With its incredible wildlife and picturesque surroundings, it’s peaceful atmosphere and the authentic wilderness experience set it apart from the country’s better-known wildlife reserves.

Situated on the banks of the Ewaso Ngíro River, with its palm groves and dense forests, Samburu boasts plentiful wildlife and the birdwatching is especially good. The remainder of the reserve is semi-arid, making for easy game viewing. Nestled along the banks of the Uaso Nyiro River in the arid heart of Samburu National Reserve is the spectacular Samburu Intrepids camp. Twenty-seven luxurious tents overlook the river, each beautifully furnished with four-poster beds and classic safari furniture. Spacious ensuite bathrooms feature steaming showers and a private veranda offers the perfect retreat to enjoy a refreshing sundowner.
Guest areas include breezy thatched dining areas with lovely river views, a sitting room and discerning bar area, a swimming pool, sunbathing garden and a boutique store filled with souvenirs and safari essentials. Guests can also enjoy bush breakfasts, starlit dinners and professional flex body therapy sessions. Adventures include twice-daily game drives, walking safaris, raft excursions and an educational Adventurers’ Club for children.

Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Conservation of endangered species in their natural habitat represents a major part of Ol Pejeta’s mission. This 90,000 hectare conservancy houses the largest population of the critically endangered black rhino in Kenya. Ol Pejeta also houses the last two white rhino on our planet and can be visited in a protected enclosure. Ol Pejeta is home to the Big Five and carries one of the highest wildlife densities in Kenya.

The Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Ol Pejeta was initially established to provide lifelong refuge to orphaned and abused chimpanzees from west and central Africa, however the sanctuary has been compelled to accept chimpanzees rescued from all traumatic situations.

KICHECHE LAIKIPIA offers 6 sumptuous tents set around a large waterhole. This camp has achieved a balance between exceptional comfort and relaxed informality with delicious food and excellent guiding.

Lamu-Tranquil Island Life

Lamu is a place like no other, a peaceful tropical island where life moves at its own tranquil pace. Visitors will be enchanted by the historical beauty of the island as they make their way through the winding streets of its medieval stone town.

We work with lodges in Kenya that believe in giving back to the community as a way to alleviate poverty and also to play a major role in conservation. Tourism revenues in Kenya are shared with the local communities and ploughed back into conserving the wildlife and wilderness.

We work with lodges in Kenya that believe in giving back to the community as a way to alleviate poverty and also play a major role in conservation. Tourism revenues in Kenya are shared with the local communities and ploughed back into conserving the wildlife and wilderness.

We also have a number of suggested itineraries featuring one of our preferred partners - Great Plains Conservation camps, as well as third-party camps and experiences, fully priced-up.