AUG - OCT 2025
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ANDBEYOND SUYIAN LODGE
In the remote Suyian Conservancy, located in Laikipia stands 14 designer suites with private plunge pools and open decks overlook endless savannah. Guests can ride horses or camels with Samburu guides, picnic by rivers, and take helicopter trips to untouched wilderness.
MASAI MARA SAFARI CAMP
A new level of tented luxury—20 suites with plunge pools, sunken lounges, and indoor/outdoor showers. A spa, sky deck, and photography studio make this a full-service camp. Perfectly positioned for dramatic Great Migration crossings. Set to open in August 2025.
RITZ-CARLTON
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TANZANIA
NIMALI HOUSE
Opened in June 2025, Nimali House is a private villa next to Tarangire National Park, It offers five suites for up to 12 guests, each with a deck overlooking a wildlife-rich waterhole. Guests can enjoy exclusive game drives, walking safaris, and engage in conservation projects, including sustainable honey and anti-poaching initiatives.
TAASA MIGRATION CAMP
TAASA Migration Camp officially opened in July 2025. The luxury mobile tented camp is strategically located in Serengeti National Park's Northern Corridor, offering guests prime access to the Great Migration. It features 12 spacious tents, including family accommodations, and provides an all-inclusive safari experience with gourmet dining, guided game drives, and cultural exchanges.
The camp relocates three times a year to follow the migratory herds, ensuring optimal wildlife viewing opportunities throughout the year.
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UGANDA
SILVERBACK LODGE
Reopened 1 June after a full transformation, Silverback Lodge now offers 12 boutique suites overlooking the Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. Expect 5-star elegance, exclusive park access, and serene views—just steps from Uganda’s mountain gorillas.
Perfect for discerning wildlife lovers seeking comfort, privacy, and a deep connection with nature.
KIBALE LODGE
Perched on a ridge with sweeping views of the Rwenzori Mountains and Queen Elizabeth plains, Kibale Lodge blends elegant design with wilderness immersion. Just 30 minutes from Kibale National Park, it’s ideal for chimpanzee treks, birdwatching, and tranquil luxury in Uganda’s “Primate Capital of the World.” With only eight spacious bandas, each with a private veranda and personal butler service, it offers an intimate 5-star experience.
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THE RIVER STATION
Set high above the Kazinga Channel, The River Station offers front-row wildlife viewing in Kyambura Wildlife Reserve—elephants often wander past during breakfast. Its 11 elegant rooms feature ensuite bathrooms and private plunge pools, nestled in a secluded low-impact zone shared only with sister camp Honey Bear. Resident guides lead chimpanzee treks in Kyambura Gorge and boat trips to watch elephants swim the channel, creating the perfect balance of wilderness adventure and refined comfort in one of Uganda’s most scenic reserves.
HONEY BEAR BUSH CAMP
Chic, elegant, and quietly bold, Honey Bear Bush Camp channels the romance of a classic safari with riverside luxury. Just five spacious en-suite tents line the Kazinga Channel, where hippos splash and elephants come to drink. A large, airy mess tent offers refined dining and relaxed lounging, while its location in a newly designated low-impact zone ensures rare privacy—shared only with sister property, Together, they are the sole accommodations in this pristine reserve, offering guests an untouched wilderness few ever experience.
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THE PINNACLE KIGALI
Opened in 2025, The Pinnacle Kigali sets a new standard for luxury in Rwanda’s vibrant capital. This contemporary 5-star retreat pairs sleek, modern design with warm African hospitality, offering panoramic city views, an infinity pool, spa facilities, and refined dining. Whether for business or leisure, it’s the perfect base to experience Kigali in style.
Villa Kigali is a 4-bedroom sanctuary just minutes from Kigali’s city centre and international airport. Enjoy sweeping views from the spacious veranda, unwind in your private pool, or stroll through lush gardens exclusively yours.
Perfect for leisure, business stays, or long-term living, the villa also serves as a secure venue for small conferences, meetings, and training events, with exceptional catering available on request.
VILLA KIGALI
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MUNAZI ECO LODGE
Opened in May 2025, Munazi Eco Lodge is the only lodge inside Rwanda’s Nyungwe National Park. Its nine A-frame chalets offer private decks with rainforest views, sustainable design, and exclusive access to chimpanzee trekking, canopy walks, and rare bird encounters—making it the ultimate eco-luxury escape.
BISATE RESERVE
Nestled on a volcanic ridge with panoramic views across six mist-shrouded peaks, Bisate Reserve elevates gorilla trekking to an ultra-exclusive experience. Opened in September 2024, this ultra-intimate sanctuary features just four expansive villas, each with private wood-fired hot tubs, cavernous living spaces, and thoughtfully curated Rwandan design elements
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Lake Burunge Baobab Tented Lodge Elevates To Premium Collection
Lake Burunge Baobab Tented Lodge has been elevated to our Premium Property Collection, offering guests an unparalleled safari experience with complimentary drinks and a range of exclusive premium services.
Located outside a Wildlife Management Area (WMA), the lodge delivers unique, immersive experiences amid stunning landscapes. Updated accommodations became effective on 10th July 2025, and from 2026 onward, the lodge will operate exclusively with Bungalows, Superior Suites, and the Family Suite, ensuring a consistently refined safari escape.
Experience the Lost World of the Swahili Coast
Laba Fanjove now offers an exclusive cultural excursion to Kilwa Kisiwani, a UNESCO World Heritage Site renowned for its white sands, coral stone ruins, and rich Swahili history.
Just 90 minutes by boat from Fanjove, Kilwa was once a thriving East African trading hub between the 10th and 16th centuries—famed for its gold, silver, pearls, Arabian pottery, Persian wares, and Chinese porcelain. Today, archaeological excavations reveal its splendour, bringing this forgotten chapter of African history back to life.
Safari Updates
The Rhino Charge 2025: Adventure Meets Conservation
Kenya’s Rhino Charge, the ultimate 4x4 off-road challenge, took place on 31st May 2025, raising over $2.1 million for The Rhino Ark Trust. The funds protect Kenya’s mountain ecosystems, with 650 km of fencing reducing human-wildlife conflict by 97%.
Teams raced across rivers, valleys, hills, and gullies, hitting 13 GPS checkpoints in just 10 hours—a mix of courage, skill, and sheer madness! Beyond adventure, the event supports local communities.
Kenyan Photographic Safari
The Safari Collection properties have organized an unforgettable photographic adventure with National Geographic photographer Robin Moore. Capture Kenya’s stunning wildlife, landscapes, and the vibrant culture of the Samburu under expert guidance.
Perfect for nature lovers, amateur photographers, or anyone eager to experience Kenya through a unique lens.
Join in and explore this extraordinary safari experience!
Explore Tanzania with Flightlink’s New Routes
Flightlink has added new connections from Nairobi to Arusha and Zanzibar, making it easier than ever to explore Tanzania’s stunning wildlife, beaches, and cultural destinations.
Travel News
TAAG Angola Airlines Connects Luanda and Nairobi
AAG Angola Airlines is launching direct flights between Luanda and Nairobi starting September 1, 2025. Operating three weekly flights with Airbus A220-300 aircraft, this new route strengthens ties between Southern and Eastern Africa and opens up seamless travel for both business and leisure.
RwandAir Expands Across East Africa
RwandAir is expanding its operations within East Africa, offering travelers enhanced regional options and smoother connections across key destinations. RwandAir has yet to announce specific start dates or flight schedules for its new routes connecting Kigali to Mombasa, Zanzibar, and Maputo.
While official launch dates are pending, travelers can follow us on our social media platforms and other communication channels for official updates and announcements on new routes and schedules.
SPOTLIGHT
Introducing Eliud Kinoro
Safari Consultant
We’re thrilled to welcome Eliud Kinoro to our team! With a passion for creating seamless and unforgettable journeys, Eliud brings a wealth of expertise in crafting personalized itineraries that blend adventure, comfort, and authentic East African charm.
Working closely with travel agents and partners, he ensures every detail reflects your clients’ unique needs — from classic Big Five safaris to cultural immersions and luxury retreats in the wild. Known for his warm, personable approach and meticulous eye for detail, Eliud is your trusted partner in designing extraordinary East African travel experiences. Behind the Itineraries
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Myths & Misconceptions
Reality: Wildlife is unpredictable. Seeing lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, and buffalo is a bonus, but the experience is about the adventure, landscapes, and all wildlife encounters.
Safaris are only about game drives.
Reality: Walking safaris, boat safaris, cultural visits, hot-air balloon rides, and birdwatching enrich the experience.
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