Rachel Pope | Gamewatchers Safaris

We’ve Been Nominated: World’s Leading Community Impact Initiative 2026

Umoja and Kilimanjaro photo credit Julie Roggow

We are delighted to share that Gamewatchers Safaris has been nominated for a 2026 World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Award in the category of World’s Leading Community Impact Initiative. Please Vote Now!

Incredible Wildlife Locations in Kenya

Kenya has an incredible diversity of wildlife habitat with opportunities for wonderful sightings of the animals. During the planning stages of a safari, our guests often ask where are the best locations to visit for a wildlife safari, and are often surprised with our response.

Photos From Porini Safari Camps: A Wildlife Gallery by Alison Mees

Family of elephants walking across a dry savannah, with a wooden observation platform in the background.

This stunning collection of wildlife images is by our regular guest and friend Alison Mees. They were all taken from drives from our Porini Safari Camps in Kenya.

Celebrating Sir David Attenborough at 100!

David Attenborough at Porini Amboseli Camp

World-renowned broadcaster Sir David Attenborough approaches his 100th birthday on 8 May, and we have been reflecting on his life-long dedication to discovery and education of the natural world.

9 Days Tukio Tanzania Small Group Safari (2027)

A hosted safari to Northern Tanzania’s most iconic wildlife areas. You’ll experience the best of Tanzania in comfort, with expert guidance and time to really enjoy each destination.

Through Their Lens: A Big Cat Gallery by Porini guests

Here is a wonderful selection of images taken by the Kirti Doshi family after their stay at Porini Ol Kinyei Safari Cottages, set in our Ol Kinyei Conservancy in Kenya’s renowned Maasai Mara region.

Olare Motorogi & Ol Kinyei have highest lion density in Africa

Mother & her lion cubs in the grass, taken on a game drive from Porini Lion Camp, in Olare Motorogi Conservancy in Kenya, Photo credit Sara Jenner

The Mara Lion Project published a scientific paper on lion densities in the Mara eco-system, an area generally recognised as having the highest concentration of lions in Africa. Their study shows how our Mara Conservancies are vital for the survival of these majestic animals.

The Loita Migration

One of Kenya’s best-kept wildlife secrets is that there is actually another migration each year, in addition to the world-renowned Great Migration in July and August …

Four Safaris and Counting – A Porini Review

Four Safaris & Counting - photo credit Burr Sutter

Porini Camps’ guest Burr Sutter from the USA shares why he’s chosen to travel with Gamewatchers Safaris not once, not twice, but four times! …

So, what exactly is a Safari Shower?

This is a common question that we are asked by potential safari travellers. Safari (or “bucket”) showers are not only part of a unique safari experience but also a method of water conservation at Porini Safari Camps. But, it really isn’t as primitive as it sounds! Let us explain …