5 Interesting Facts About The Great Migration
Popularly known as ‘The Greatest Show On Earth’ the Great Migration is one of the world’s most fascinating and dramatic natural phenomenons. It occurs annually across Kenya and Tanzania from July to October and is the largest overland migration on Earth. Each migration sees the collective circular movement of over 1.5 million wildebeest and hundreds […]
Six Luxury Lodges To Stay At While in the Mara
For some, an African safari has to be done properly, and that means luxury, fine food, and an exclusive experience, almost always accompanied by a suitably wallet-shredding price tag. Here we pick our six favourite luxury lodges in the Maasai Mara. COTTARS 1920S SAFARI CAMP, OLDERIKESI For the ultimate yesteryear safari experience, look no further […]
Weekend Away In Kajiado
The road to the border town of Namanga is a worthy stop-off in its own right, with a selection of unusual and quirky holiday stays in and around Kajiado. All of the places mentioned are under two hours from Nairobi, traffic permitting. Many who stay in the area take the opportunity to visit Amboseli national […]
With Love, From Laikipia | 10 Minutes With Joe Wahome
We chat with Joe Wahome. A writer, photographer, digital creator and Founder of ‘Love Laikipia’ – a digital platform telling stories and experiences about Laikipia and the north. He is based in Kenya and is passionate about travel, conservation and connecting brands with equally passionate people. 1. To start off, tell us about the name, […]
Tales From Bujumbura
Impressed by the mukeke, drums and jogging in Burundi while in the country to attend a traditional wedding, Anyiko Owoko writes that this has been her first time traveling to a place whose culture challenged her to learn more about her own. As I plan my first trip to Burundi, where I am to attend […]
Great Hotels: Mount Kenya Safari Club
Ami Doshi Shah revisits the interesting history of one of Kenya’s oldest hotels, Mount Kenya Safari Club, once an exclusive playground for Hollywood’s rich. In 1959, Hollywood actor,William Holden, infamous oil and property tycoon, Ray Ryan, and Swiss financier, Carl Hirschmann were visiting Mawingu Hotel, precursor of the Mount Kenya Safari Club. A modest but […]
Exploring Longonot Loft
Traveling to Naivasha is an easy drive out of town. A great break for some fresh air and scenic views. Naivasha is a popular destination for nature trails, beautiful holiday homes, good restaurants, a monthly farmers market, and of course the lake. At the foothills of Mt. Longonot near Lake Naivasha, a 10 minute drive […]
A Vet’s Life
Asuka Takita, a Japanese vet in the Maasai Mara, talks to Tamara Britten about her passion for a job where one day is never the same as the next. How did a Japanese lady end up in the Mara? I studied zoology in the USA, where I grew up. When I came to Kenya at […]
Best Places to Visit in Kenya in August
High season for travel in Kenya runs from July to late October. This marks the cool, dry season making several bush and beach options ideal to visit (depending on what you like). In this list, we get right into peak season and explore some of the best August destinations in the country plus highlights of […]
Conservation of the Rhinoceros
The rhinoceros, a magnificent creature known for its strength and resilience, holds a special place in the hearts of many indigenous communities. Symbolising power, endurance, and tenacity, these humble beasts have captured our imagination for centuries. Their sheer size and presence command respect and admiration. However, despite their majestic stature, these incredible creatures face a […]