Field notes
Travel journal
Practical Kenya writing from guides and planners — not recycled listicles.
Safari
Best Time to Visit the Maasai Mara in 2026
Migration months, green season bargains, and when the balloon slots actually sell out — a practical calendar for the year ahead.
Amina Wanjiku · 30 September 2026
Tips
What to Pack for a Kenya Safari (And What to Leave)
Neutral clothes, a proper fleece, and why your bright white trainers will haunt you on every game drive.
Daniel Otieno · 30 September 2026
Coast
Diani vs Watamu vs Lamu: Which Kenyan Beach Is Yours?
Three coasts, three moods. A straight comparison for safari-and-beach travellers.
Amina Wanjiku · 30 September 2026
Safari
Great Migration 2026: A Honest Guide to River Crossings
Where the herds actually are, why ‘guaranteed crossing’ is a myth, and how we plan a week in the Mara.
Joseph Lemayan · 30 September 2026
Planning
How Much Does a Kenya Safari Cost in 2026?
Real numbers from our contracts: budget joining tours, private mid-range, and luxury fly-in.
Daniel Otieno · 30 September 2026
Conservation
How to Safari Responsibly in Kenya
Distance from cats, community camps, plastic, and the questions we wish every guest would ask.
Joseph Lemayan · 30 September 2026