Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya's bustling capital, is a unique blend of cosmopolitan flair and wild landscapes. Home to Nairobi National Park, where wildlife roams against a backdrop of skyscrapers, the city offers a rare opportunity to experience big game within minutes of your hotel. Nairobi is also a cultural hub, rich with museums, markets, and a vibrant dining scene that captures the spirit of modern Africa.

The Masai Mara National Reserve is one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations, renowned for its breathtaking wildlife encounters. Every year, the reserve hosts the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras thunder across the plains, followed by predators in hot pursuit. Beyond the migration, the Mara’s rolling grasslands and acacia-dotted savannahs offer year-round opportunities to spot the Big Five and experience the traditions of the Maasai people.

Laikipia, a vast and diverse region in central Kenya, is a haven for wildlife and conservation enthusiasts. Stretching across the equator, the landscapes range from rolling plains to rocky escarpments and the area is home to endangered species like the black rhino and Grevy’s zebra. Laikipia is also known for its innovative conservation efforts, private ranches and community conservancies that exclusive and eco-friendly safari experiences in a wild setting.

Samburu National Reserve, located in Kenya’s Northern Frontier District, is a striking landscape of arid plains, hills, and the meandering Ewaso Nyiro River. The reserve is famous for its rare and endemic species, known as the Samburu Special Five: Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx. Samburu offers a safari experience that is as culturally rich as it is adventurous, with opportunities to engage with the nomadic Samburu people and explore a land where ancient traditions endure.

Lamu Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and part of the Lamu Archipelago, is an enchanting blend of history, culture, and beauty. With no cars, it's as if time has stood still and the island is renowned for its Swahili architecture, winding streets, and vibrant cultural heritage. Visitors can explore ancient fortresses, relax on sun-drenched beaches, and sail on traditional dhows, immersing themselves in a world where the past and present coexist harmoniously.