African Safari Travel Guides & Tips | Porini Wildlife Safaris

Milele: Forever in the Memory of the Mara

Cheetah lounging on a cracked termite mound in a savannah landscape, looking into the distance.

Remembering Milele, one of the Mara’s best-known male cheetahs. From his years roaming the Greater Mara alongside his brother Mbili to his final days in Olare Motorogi Conservancy, we reflect on the life of a remarkable cheetah whose story became part of the landscape and the memories of those who followed him.

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!

The Best Safaris In Kenya (According To Our Expert)

Discover some of the best safaris in Kenya, from wildlife-rich private conservancies and the Maasai Mara to Amboseli, Meru and Laikipia. With expert guidance to help you choose the right safari for your interests, time and budget.

The Best Time to Visit Kenya for a Safari (According to Experts)

Photo credit Ann Aveyard (Instagram: @annaveyardwildlifephotography)

When is the best time to visit Kenya for a safari? Our month-by-month guide explains what to expect throughout the year, including wildlife viewing, weather, the Great Migration, crowds, photography opportunities and safari prices. Find the best time to travel based on the experience you want.

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.

Watch Kenya’s Wildlife Live: Introducing Our 24/7 Camera at Porini Rhino Camp

Herd of wildebeest gathered at a muddy riverbank, some drinking from the water edge.

Ever wondered what happens at an African waterhole in the middle of the night? Or what wildlife might appear just after sunrise?

Ol Kinyei Now Has the Highest Lion Density in the Mara — Here’s What That Means

Lion cubs and a lioness feeding on a carcass in a grassy savanna, with an adult lion in the background.

The Mara Predator Conservation Programme has just released its Q1 2026 Technical Report, drawing on twelve consecutive years of lion surveys across the greater Maasai Mara ecosystem.

From Safari to Sea: Discover Kenya’s Wild Coast This World Sea Turtle Day

Woman in a safari outfit standing beside an open-top safari jeep with a canvas canopy in a grassy savannah under a cloudy sky.

Kenya’s wildlife story does not end on the savannah…But beyond the grasslands lies another extraordinary wilderness waiting to be discovered.

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.

World Heritage Day: 5 Heritage Sites to Visit in Kenya

Karen Blixen Museum. Photo by National Museums of Kenya.

Every year on World Heritage Day, we are reminded that heritage is not just about the past ,it’s about identity, continuity, and the stories that shape who we are today.