travel with us to Kenya
on the conservation and safari adventure of your lifetime!
10 days and 9 nights with world-renowned conservationist James Mwenda and photographer and educator Brittany Gawley.
make a difference
Supporting wildlife reserves, national parks and conservation projects through photographic tourism is an ethical, sustainable way to help protect animals, preserve wild spaces and provide revenue to local communities. All of the activities in this itinerary directly benefit the areas and projects we are visiting.
conservation storytelling
Meet and engage with the people, projects and organizations behind the scenes, working to save endangered wildlife.
itinerary highlights
- Meet and engage with the people, projects and organizations behind the scenes, working to save endangered wildlife.
- Meet the only living Northern White Rhinos at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Radio track lions with rangers
- Private visit with orphaned elephants at the world-famous Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
- Visit chimpanzees at Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary
- Daily game drives in the company of world-renowned conservationist, and 2018 African Ranger of the year, James Mwenda.
- Head into Amboseli National Park for stunning views over the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Visit the Samburu National Reserve for a variety of landscapes where 2 famous lionesses, cheetah, and leopard stalk their prey
- Travel off the beaten path (and away from the typical crowds) to visit some of Kenya’s hidden gems
- Ample portfolio-building and content-creating opportunities
- A small group atmosphere with individual attention
- Witness some of the most incredible landscapes and wildlife spectacles on the planet
FAQs
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When?
February 18-28, 2023
How much will it cost?
8 people max. starting at $6500 USD
*Payment plans are available
What's included?
- All accommodation and meals in the itinerary
- Airfare for local flights
- Intimate, eco-friendly, and luxury lodging
- Transportation in a chauffeur-driven 4 x 4 Safari Land cruiser with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing & photography
- Services of an English speaking driver-guides, unlimited game viewing drives, and parks
- Entrance fees to parks and reserves in the itinerary
- All meet and greet services from the time you land
- On safari accessories in each vehicle: First-aid kit, unlimited water, wildlife books, a pair of binoculars, outlets for charging your cameras/ laptops/ phones
- Full support before, during, and after your trip
What's not included?
- All items of personal nature e.g. telephone/ internet bills etc
- Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff, and driver-guide(s)
- International flight and departure taxes
This trip is ideal for:
- People who love to travel, explore, grow
- Anyone interested in the conservation of nature and wildlife
- Photography enthusiasts looking to create a portfolio and hone their skills
- Content creators
- Animal lovers
- People looking to reconnect with themselves, each other, and the world around them
You’ll leave this trip with:
- A better understanding of conservation and preserving wildlife areas
- A renewed sense of inspiration to protect the planet and its resources
- Content for days!
- A whole new portfolio of wildlife/ conservation / travel / lifestyle images
- The knowledge of how to process and edit your images
On the Itinerary
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Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Ol Pejeta is a world-renowned conservancy and leading role model in wildlife conservation and is the largest black rhino sanctuary in East and Central Africa. Ol Pejeta is also home to rescued chimpanzees, confiscated from trafficking and the wildlife trade, making it the only place in Kenya to see these primates. Ol Pejeta is well known by many as the home to the last 2 northern white rhinos in the world. Ol Pejeta’s innovative approach to conservation and proper land management makes it home to over 100 species of mammals and over 300 species of birds. A visit to the conservancy will give you the opportunity to see rare wildlife and close interaction with rhinos. Game drives and bush walks are included in activities.
Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, home to injured and orphaned elephants, is the first community-owned sanctuary in Kenya. Local community members run all aspects of the sanctuary, including caretakers who sleep with the elephants at night to make sure they are fed every three hours. A visit to the sanctuary will give you a chance to interact with the elephants, while also empowering the community’s conservation efforts.
Samburu National Reserve
Home to not one, but two famous lionesses, Samburu National Reserve is a true example of undisturbed wilderness. Kamunyak, the lioness who adopted over 6 baby Oryx calves was featured on BBC for her unusual behavior. Samburu was also home to conservationists George and Joy Adamson, aka the couple who raised Elsa the Lioness. Their subsequent bestselling book, Born Free, also became an award-winning movie, turning Elsa into a superstar. Game drives around the reserve will give you a chance to spot a large variety of wildlife, including the gerenuk or “giraffe antelope,” Grevy’s zebra, oryx and reticulated giraffe. You can also expect to see lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, cape buffalo, and hippos galore.
Amboseli National Park
Home to massive herds of elephants and views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Amboseli is the little sister to Masai Mara. This low rainfall swamp area is known for being some of the best wildlife viewing experiences in the world. Amboseli National Park is a unique ecosystem with 5 different, distinct habitats. Expect to see lion, cheetah, spotted hyena, giraffe, blue wildebeest and lots of elephants. The park is also home to the Masai and provides an opportunity to learn about Maasai culture.