Things to do in Kenya

A wild walk in Loisaba Conservancy with a Samburu guide

It’s a real contrast to a game drive, as you notice smaller things in the bush, from insects to animal dens and habitats…

By Mohamed Iribo

Safari Guide at Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp

Join a Samburu guide for a walking safari in Loisaba Conservancy, where you’ll encounter the local culture, plants and wildlife. The experience usually starts in the morning when it’s cooler and can last between one and four hours, depending on how much guests want to see. You’ll always be accompanied by an armed ranger for safety, as well as a guide from the local Samburu community who knows the area, animals and plants extremely well.

The Loisaba Conservancy is a fantastic landscape, it’s like a bowl with the camp set on an escarpment looking down over the valley. So, on this safari you get to transition through different vegetation zones. It’s a real contrast to a game drive, as you notice smaller things in the bush, from insects to animal dens and habitats. Walking safaris aren’t allowed in many parts of Kenya, so this is an incredible opportunity to get out, stretch your legs and explore with a member of the local community.

Along the way, you might see giraffes, zebras and elephants – even hippos if you pass by the dam. Your guide will investigate insects, animal footprints and explain the different plant species that are used locally. You feel really close to nature and can ask all kinds of questions about the Samburu way of life. One of the most amazing things I’ve seen on a walking safari was a hedgehog, which is very rare here, as well as a python. If we spot a friendly family of elephants, it’s possible to get close to them too, which guests love.

Available in these itineraries…

Itinerary

Kenya SkySafari
by Vicki Bramley

Length10 Days

Price range£10,295 - £12,090

Alfred & Mohamed Iribo

Mohamed Iribo is a passionate safari guide who has worked across Kenya, including in Samburu National Reserve, the Maasai Mara and Meru National Park. Mohamed grew up at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, where his father was a game ranger, so conservation is in his blood. Having worked with the Elewana Collection for eight years, the last four of those at Loisaba, he offers expert insight on animal behaviour and has an engaging sense of humour that guests love.

Mohamed Iribo, Safari Guide at Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp

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With over 20 years of experience, Becky’s passion for travel has taken her across the globe from the patterned promenades of Rio de Janeiro to the lakes of Vietnam. You’ll most likely find her in Africa where she travelled the continent trying and testing over 40 game drives. One of her favourite places in the world is the picturesque Maasai Mara for its early morning balloon rides and exceptional game viewing. It’s when among the local communities though where she feels most inspired.
Mohamed Iribo

Safari Guide at Elewana Loisaba Tented Camp

Mohamed Iribo is a passionate safari guide who has worked across Kenya, including in Samburu National Reserve, the Maasai Mara and Meru National Park. Mohamed grew up at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, where his father was a game ranger, so conservation is in his blood. Having worked with the Elewana Collection for eight years, the last four of those at Loisaba, he offers expert insight on animal behaviour and has an engaging sense of humour that guests love.
Janine Anjarwalla

Director of Sales and Marketing, Mara Engai Lodge

Janine Anjarwalla was born and raised in East Africa and has been working in the luxury hotel market for over a decade. She's passionate about promoting the region's culture, experiences and rich heritage to guests from all over the world and has proudly worked with Mara Engai Lodge since its inception. Janine loves to explore on safari and appreciates a good steak.
Mohanjeet Brar

Managing Director, Porini Camps

Mohanjeet Brar grew up in the forests of the Kenyan highlands, so he has a close connection with the country’s wild landscapes and local people. He’s a keen naturalist and conservationist with a doctorate degree in Plant Science, as well as a certified safari guide. Mohanjeet is now the Managing Director of Porini Safari Camps and is married with two kids who love going on safari.
Jonathan and Angela Scott

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Jonathan and Angela Scott are award-winning wildlife photographers, TV presenters, authors and conservationists. The couple live in Nairobi and have a permanent base at Governors’ Camp in the Maasai Mara, where they’ve been documenting the lives of the area’s lions, leopards and cheetahs for over 40 years. Jonathan and Angela famously filmed the BBC’s Big Cat Diaries in the Maasai Mara for 12 years and have continued this legacy with Big Cat Tales on Animal Planet.
Christine Macharia

Sales & Marketing Executive at GoVacation, Alfred&’s partner in Kenya

Christine Macharia was born in Laikipia, Kenya. After working in hospitality, Christine transitioned to the tourism industry in 2018 and currently works as a Sales and Marketing Executive at GoVacation. She loves showing off all the wonderful destinations East Africa has to offer and is passionate about offering outstanding tour experiences that touch the soul.