Echos of an Old Africa
Adventure Safari | 9 Days / 8 Nights | Kenya |
Where timeless safari tradition meets the quiet art of wilderness living.
This journey is a tribute to the golden age of safari, reimagined through Kenya’s most exclusive and soulful landscapes. From the storied plains of the Maasai Mara to the raw, untamed beauty of Laikipia, it is an experience that moves beyond the expected, where heritage, conservation, and understated luxury intertwine. Begin with the romance of a bygone era at Cottar’s, before retreating into the seclusion of Lewa’s private wilderness. Rich in wildlife, deeply personal, and quietly transformative, this is safari at its most authentic and elevated.
Cottars 1920s Camp
Masai Mara
Day 1-4
Arrive into the Maasai Mara and transfer to the iconic Cottar’s 1920s Camp, where the spirit of classic safari lives on in canvas, brass, and understated elegance.
Days unfold at a gentle, unhurried pace. Venture out on expertly guided game drives across the private conservancy and into the greater Mara ecosystem, where abundant wildlife, including lion, elephant, and cheetah, thrives. For a deeper connection to the land, enjoy guided walking safaris, bush meals under open skies, and cultural visits with the Maasai community.
Evenings are steeped in nostalgia, lantern-lit dinners, stories by the fire, and the distant sounds of the wild creating an atmosphere both intimate and timeless.
Private Wilderness, Lewa
Laikipia
Day 5-8
Fly north to the rolling hills of Lewa Conservancy, arriving at Private Wilderness, an exclusive-use home set within one of Kenya’s most celebrated conservation landscapes.
Here, safari becomes entirely your own. With a dedicated team and complete privacy, each day is tailored to your rhythm. Explore Lewa’s extraordinary biodiversity on game drives, tracking black and white rhino, Grevy’s zebra, and a rich variety of plains game. Enjoy horse riding safaris, camel treks, or scenic walks, each offering a unique perspective of this protected wilderness.
Between activities, unwind in the comfort of your private residence, where panoramic views, personalised dining, and warm, intuitive service create a sense of effortless belonging.
Depature
Nairobi
Day 9
After a final morning in the bush, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Nairobi and onward international departure, carrying with you the enduring spirit of Kenya’s wild and storied landscapes.
The Route
experiences on offer
Game drive
Classic safari in a 4x4, bringing Africa’s great wildlife, lions, elephants and cheetahs thrillingly close in their natural habitats.
