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Kenya Safari Photo Trip Report; May 2026.

Posted by Leon on Mon July 20, 2026 in Trip Reports.

In May 2026 we ran our Birds & Wildlife of Kenya small group safari, which was once again just terrific. The itinerary worked very well indeed, giving a good overview of Kenya without being too rushed and trying to include too much - road travel in East Africa is generally very slow, so getting from A to B takes time, and many itineraries simply include too may locations. The accommodations were very good as well, with not one bad experience; the birding and wildlife viewing was top-notch and the clients ended the safari on a high note indeed. Thanks to Mamai, our local Kenyan guide and driver for his safe driving and superb guiding skills; thanks to Thomas in the FACT Safaris office in Nairobi for all the bookings etc; thanks to all the staff at the various lodges for looking after us so well; thanks to Jodie in the Lawson's Safaris office for all the logistics on our end; and thanks to the four wonderful clients - Kate, Dean, Elspeth and Brian - for joining us on the safari. We look forward to the next one!

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Kenya Safari Photo Trip Report, May 2023

Posted on Thu June 1, 2023 in Trip Reports.

In May we finished our inaugural Birds & Wildlife of Kenya safari - 16 days covering some of the best birding and wildlife areas of Kenya. From Samburu - absolutely magical after good rains - to the Rift Valley Lakes, Kakamega Forest - a last remnant patch of rain forest that once extended much further eastwards across Kenya - to the famous Masai Mara, there was plenty to keep us occupied! Check out some great images in out Safari Photo Trip Report.

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Featured Safari Lodge - Elephant Bedroom, Samburu.

Posted by Leon on Tue April 13, 2021 in Featured Lodge.

The small safari lodge concept is done better in Africa than anywhere else, and we are fortunate to have visited a fair few on our tours and travels. This month’s featured safari lodge is Elephant Bedroom Camp, located in Samburu National Reserve, Kenya.

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