Kenya
Kenya is one of the world’s most iconic luxury safari destinations, where extraordinary wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and refined hospitality create an unforgettable journey.
The vast plains of the Maasai Mara deliver some of Africa’s most powerful wildlife encounters, including the Great Migration, with luxury tented camps offering front-row views and exceptional guiding.
Beyond the savannah, Amboseli frames elephant herds against the snow-capped peak of Mount Kilimanjaro, while Laikipia offers exclusive private conservancies focused on conservation, walking safaris, and horseback wildlife experiences.
For a change of pace, the palm-fringed beaches of the Kenyan Coast, including Diani and Lamu, provide elegant Indian Ocean retreats steeped in Swahili culture and history.
Whether soaring over the plains in a hot air balloon, enjoying sundowners as the sun sets over the bush, or relaxing in a beachfront villa after safari, Kenya offers a seamless blend of adventure, authenticity, and sophisticated luxury.
F PT recommends
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Ol Jogi Wildlife Conservancy
Set within 58,000 acres of protected wilderness in Kenya’s Laikipia region, Ol Jogi is an ultra private safari retreat offering a deeply personal approach to wildlife and conservation led travel. Guests stay in a single exclusive residence with just a handful of suites, making every visit entirely bespoke, from flexible daily rhythms to tailored game drives, horseback safaris, and behind the scenes conservation encounters. The landscape is rich and varied, home to rhino, lion, elephant, and rare species supported by one of Africa’s most advanced wildlife protection programmes. Days flow between immersive time in the bush and restorative moments back at the house, where a private spa, infinity pool, and warm, intuitive service create a sense of effortless comfort. Ideal for clients seeking absolute privacy, meaningful safari access, and a stay that feels purposeful as well as luxurious, Ol Jogi delivers one of Africa’s most exclusive and quietly powerful wildlife experiences.
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Mahali Mzuri
Mahali Mzuri is a contemporary safari camp high in Kenya’s Olare Motorogi Conservancy, offering front row access to the Maasai Mara’s wildlife in a setting that feels both strikingly modern and deeply rooted in place. Sir Richard Branson’s tented camp features a small collection of spacious suites arranged along a valley ridge, each with wide decks and floor to ceiling glass that draw the savannah directly into the experience. Days revolve around expertly guided game drives, including exceptional Big Five sightings and front line viewing of the Great Migration in season, balanced by quiet hours at the infinity pool or fireside moments overlooking the plains. The atmosphere is relaxed yet polished, with warm hosting, thoughtfully prepared cuisine, and a strong connection to the surrounding Maasai community. Ideal for clients seeking a refined safari with excellent guiding, dramatic scenery, and a contemporary sense of comfort, Mahali Mzuri delivers an assured and memorable Mara experience.
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&Beyond Bateleur Camp
&Beyond Bateleur Camp is an elegant, old world style safari retreat set within the Masai Mara National Reserve, evoking the romance of classic African exploration with a refined, intimate atmosphere. The camp is divided into two small tented clusters, each offering spacious canvas suites dressed in antique touches, rich fabrics, and private verandas that look out across sweeping savannah frequented by abundant wildlife. Days are shaped by expertly guided game drives with excellent Big Five viewing, including front row access to the Great Migration in season, balanced by leisurely lunches, afternoon teas, and quiet hours watching the plains from camp. The hosting style feels personal and gracious, with a strong emphasis on storytelling, thoughtful service, and an unhurried rhythm. Ideal for clients seeking a traditional safari aesthetic paired with polished comfort and exceptional guiding, Bateleur Camp delivers a timeless Masai Mara experience rich in atmosphere and authenticity.
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Mara Plains
Mara Plains Camp is a refined, conservation led safari camp set in Kenya’s private Olare Motorogi Conservancy, offering exceptional wildlife access with a strong sense of exclusivity and purpose. The small collection of spacious canvas suites is elevated on wooden decks above the plains, each designed with clean lines, warm natural materials, and wide verandas that open directly onto the savannah. Days revolve around expertly guided game drives with outstanding Big Five sightings and front line Great Migration viewing in season, supported by flexible schedules that allow for long, unhurried time with wildlife. The atmosphere is quietly polished rather than showy, with thoughtful hosting, excellent guiding, and a strong commitment to sustainability woven into every detail. Ideal for clients seeking high quality safari experiences with privacy, comfort, and meaningful conservation impact, Mara Plains Camp delivers one of the Masai Mara’s most respected and rewarding stays.
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&Beyond Suyian Lodge
&Beyond Suyian Lodge is a striking new safari retreat in Kenya’s remote Laikipia region, set within a vast, wildlife rich landscape of rocky outcrops, open plains, and ancient valleys that feel powerfully untamed. The lodge’s sculptural suites blend seamlessly into the terrain, combining contemporary African design with natural stone, wood, and expansive views that keep the connection to the land constant. Experiences are deeply immersive and flexible, ranging from game drives and walking safaris to camel treks and cultural encounters with local communities, all guided by an exceptional conservation led team. Time at the lodge itself is calm and restorative, with a serene spa, open air gathering spaces, and a quiet rhythm shaped by the land rather than the clock. Ideal for clients seeking a rare safari experience away from the crowds, with strong design identity and a genuine sense of discovery, Suyian Lodge offers a powerful and modern expression of East African wilderness luxury.
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Tribe, Nairobi
Tribe is a refined urban retreat in the city’s diplomatic quarter, offering a calm, contemporary counterpoint to Nairobi’s fast moving energy. The hotel’s design is modern and gallery like, with sculptural furnishings, curated African art, and softly layered interiors that give rooms and suites a quiet, residential feel. Life here flows easily between the serene outdoor pool, a restorative spa and wellness space, and elegant lounges that invite relaxed meetings or evening unwinding. Service feels polished yet informal, well suited to both business stays and pre safari transitions. Ideal for clients seeking discreet luxury, strong design identity, and a composed base close to key embassies, shopping, and international connections, Tribe delivers a confident and stylish Nairobi stay.
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Angama Mara
High above Kenya’s Maasai Mara, Angama Mara is a dramatic safari lodge perched on the edge of the Great Rift Valley with vast, uninterrupted views across the plains below. The lodge is split into two intimate camps, each offering tented glass fronted suites that feel light, contemporary, and deeply connected to the landscape, with private decks that make sunrise and sunset unforgettable. Days are shaped by excellent guiding and flexible game drives with exceptional Big Five and migration viewing, balanced by quiet moments back at camp, whether at the infinity pool, the photography studio, or simply watching wildlife drift across the Mara from above. The atmosphere is calm, thoughtful, and quietly sophisticated, with warm hosting and a strong connection to the surrounding Maasai community. Ideal for clients seeking a visually striking safari with refined comfort and a strong sense of perspective, Angama Mara delivers one of East Africa’s most memorable settings.
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Hemingways Nairobi
Hemingways Nairobi is a refined all suite retreat set in the leafy Karen district, offering a calm, residential atmosphere with views toward the Ngong Hills and a feeling of space rare for a capital city. The suites are generously proportioned and elegantly styled, each with a private balcony, classic furnishings, and a sense of quiet that makes it ideal before or after safari travel. The mood is unhurried and polished, shaped by attentive service, tranquil gardens, and a spa that invites gentle reset between journeys. Social moments gather naturally around the terrace and lounge spaces, where long breakfasts or evening drinks unfold at an easy pace. Ideal for clients seeking understated luxury, privacy, and a seamless transition between city and bush, Hemingways Nairobi delivers a composed and reassuring stay with timeless appeal.
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Alfajiri Villas
Set along Diani Beach on Kenya’s south coast, Alfajiri Villas is an intimate collection of three private villas offering a refined, residential take on Indian Ocean luxury with total privacy and attentive service. Each villa is individually designed, blending Swahili, Arabic, and Mediterranean influences, and comes with its own pool, sea facing terraces, and a dedicated team including a private chef and personal butler. Days move at an easy coastal rhythm, shaped by beach walks, snorkelling, dhow sailing, and quiet hours spent between shaded verandas and sunlit decks. The atmosphere feels warm and personal, with every detail tailored to the guests rather than a set schedule. Ideal for clients seeking barefoot elegance, space, and a highly personalised beach escape after safari, Alfajiri delivers one of East Africa’s most exclusive and relaxed coastal stays.