The Spirit Journal

Stories with dust on their boots.

Real field notes, practical advice and traveller stories from the people who know our Africa.

23 stories

The complete journal

Real field notes, practical advice and traveller stories from the people who know our Africa.

Four Reasons to go on safari in October

June to September is unquestionably the most popular season for a safari adventure in Kenya, but did you know that October is an absolutely fantastic time? Despite being a spectacular month to be in Kenya, few people seem able to take advantage.

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Magical Maasai Mara

This 1,510 sq km (580 sq miles) land is blessed with open terrain that makes game viewing easy throughout the year.

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Planning Your First safari

A safari is a once in a lifetime journey and planning it should be part of the fun, although challenging at first. Making decisions during this first phase can seem overwhelming but the good news are

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Coastal Kenya - a Love Affair

From Diani Beach to Lamu archipelago, this dreamy coastline, also known as Swahili Coast, promises a deliciously lazy atmosphere where african, arabian and indian cultures vibrate

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Hey bird lovers

Most people go on safari to Kenya eager to spot the big five but we know there are a lot of birds enthusiasts and that's fair enough as Kenya is one of Africa’s best birding destinations.

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Rui Unas Safari

portuguese Celebrity Rui Unas and his family embarked on the journey of a lifetime with us. It was a ten-day experience that perfectly combined 6 days of safari adventure and 4 days in paradise Diani Beach in the Kenyan coastline.

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Green Season - save up to 25%

Animals are spread out all over the territory, including the new babies born during January and February. This means amazing wildlife observing and of course astonishing photographic opportunities.

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Family Safari

Aren't family memories some of the best? The ones we share with those we love the mosts and last a lifetime.

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Elephant Footsteps

Aren't we lucky for sharing the planet with these incredibly smart giants? African elephants are the world's largest land animals. They can weigh up to 6 tonnes. No surprises that an adult elephant can eat up to 300 pounds of food in a single day.

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Honeymoon Safari

Unique moments deserve unique places to celebrate. Kenya has the perfect ambience for a romantic occasion, whether you are looking for a classic safari, a relaxing beach pause or even both.

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