Preserving Paradise: The Lamu Marine Conservation Trust
When one thinks of pristine beaches, azure waters, and exotic marine life, the idyllic island of Lamu often comes to mind. However, behind this picturesque paradise lies a story of dedication, conservation, and the incredible work of the Lamu Marine Conservation Trust (LMCT). Protecting a Precious Legacy Established in 1992, the Lamu Marine Conservation Trust […]
Weekend Away in Magadi
LAKE MAGADI It makes for a magical weekend getaway, whatever the season. A new road has greatly improved its accessibility in the last couple of years, and the drive down from outer Nairobi takes around 90 minutes. Known as the pink lake for its rose hues, Lake Magadi remains one of the best places in […]
Exciting and Diverse Events Taking Place in Kenya in December
Gear Up for a December Extravaganza! Tis the season to celebrate, and we’ve crafted a jolly lineup of fantastic events. As we step into the festive month of December, there’s no room for boredom. Get ready to dive into a festive lineup that promises to add sparkle and joy. Let’s plan your trip with our […]
Capturing The Underworld
Kenyan-Italian photographer Jahawi Bertolli talks to Nomad’s Leroy Buliro about his time spent diving into the depths of the ocean to document marine life with the aim of shedding a light on their conservation. How did you get into underwater photography? One day while filming a music video, we needed an underwater shot of someone […]
Why You Absolutely Need A Travel Concierge
Ah, the excitement of travel! The thrill of exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and creating unforgettable memories is something we all crave. But let’s face it, planning a trip can sometimes be exhausting and that’s where your trusty travel concierge comes in, and believe us when we say, you absolutely need one. Let’s uncover […]
Barefoot Heaven at Manda Bay
Our plane touched down at the Manda Airport at 11 am and the humid Lamu air welcomed us as we were getting our bags. The flight to Lamu was packed and I was even more impressed to see the departures lounge full of passengers as several airlines plied the route. The jetty was extremely busy […]
A Man And His Plane Take To The Tsavo Skies
Keith Hellyer, an anti-poaching pilot, flies daily over the vast tract of land between Tsavo East and Tsavo West National Parks. He talks to Nomad about his day-to-day life supporting the rangers in their battle against poaching. What brought you to Kenya? My family brought me on safari when I was 10. I saw my […]
7 Ways We Can All Help: World Oceans Day 2025
June 8th marks an International Day close to our hearts at Nomad. As sun lovers, beachgoers and supporters of marine conservation, the state of our oceans is of utmost importance. In line with this year’s theme, ‘Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing’, here are a few easy, practical (and non-condescending) ways our Nomad community can be […]
Where The Devil Cooks
Morris Kiruga mulls over the bizarre legends behind the striking Hell’s Kitchen canyon in Marafa. There’s a small sandstone canyon in Malindi called Hell’s Kitchen. Located less than an hour’s drive from Malindi town, this captivating hole is nature’s art, and that’s even before you hear the legends about why the gods made it. If […]
Great Reasons to Try a Low Season Safari
What do you picture when it comes to bush safaris? Our strongest guess would be vast expanses of golden savannah dotted with acacia trees and clouds of quickly dissipating dust. This is the classic image of the African bush painted across years of literature, film and photography. However, it isn’t the only reality. A completely […]