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An unbelievable experience!

Gamewatchers is an outstanding company! Julie did a wonderful job of helping us schedule the trip while providing great communication. The accommodations on the trip exceeded our expectations. We stayed in a bed & breakfast the first two nights, two different camps, and Waterlover's beach resort. The staff and food at each place were wonderful. On safari, we saw many more animals than expected and many were very up close. Our guides were very helpful and knew their stuff. I would recommend ending the vacation at the beach. It was extremely relaxing.

We have been to 3 of their camps, The Nairobi Tented Camp, The Porini Amboselli and the Porini Lion Camp and all places have provided us with excellent service. The staff were all very attentive. Excellent meals daily. All our guide were very knowledgeable of all the animals and plants we saw and they were able to show us the importance of conservancy to preserve our animals and plants. Plus some of the profits go to improving the lives f the villages around the camp such as wells and schools as well as parl conservancy. They have made our vacation truly memorable. Highly recommend their company to any who wants to experience a safari.

We had been thinking of a safari for sometime and came across Gamewatchers and Porini Camps. Gamewatchers organises the trips/transfers etc. The Porini camps are a separate organisation based in Conservancy areas. The 2 work closely together but are separate for Vat purposes. Their websites are very thorough and really have all the information you want. We sent an enquiry via the website. Had a quick response from Wayne Hammond. Over the course of 2 emails and then a phone call we were able to decide on the trip we wanted to do. He was quick on subsequent enquires and patient with our many questions. We chose Gamewatchers and Porini as we loved the fact that the camps were open and based in the bush- not in lodges as we really wanted to experience nature and the animals close at hand.(we had been on safari before and stayed in lodges). We had to book our international flights and Gamewatchers booked transfers, hotels, internal flights and the camps. We were greeted on arrival, the pickup vehicle had a bottle of water each for us- a nice thought. We were taken to Eka hotel and picked up the next morning. Everything worked smoothly. Other transfers & internal flights all went equally well. Follow up after care has been good. The Conservancy idea is fantastic for the Masai and also meant great viewing. We can honestly say that the experience with them and the wildlife we viewed beat previous Safaris by a mile. Do note though that if you want Lodge luxury this is not for you- if you really want to experience true wild life and be serenaded by animal noises during the night this is for you.

We just came back from traveling around Porini camps. I am so pleased with Gamewatcher services; stress free African Vacation. We were treated like royalties from the time, we stepped in to the airport to the time we departed from the airport. Nairobi Tented Camp was the most fancy one. The manager of this tent was the best. Amboseli Tent Camp was excellent for taking pictures especially during sundowning. We were so lucky to have Geoffrey as our gamedriver in Porini Masai Mara Camp. Geoffrey tried his best for the guests to see how the cheetah or the Lions were closing in to hunt for their preys. The Lions camp had lots of big cats. Rhino Camp is the weakest among the camps; not too many wildlife. Be prepare to give big tips because the staff members work very hard for the guests. Our Gamewatcher agent, Rick McIntyre was very helpful and prompted.

First let me say our experience all the way around with Gamewatchers was phenomenal. We had a bit of a different experience with Gamewatchers that I wanted to share. One of the things we often don't think about when preparing to travel is what happens if I get sick in the middle of my vacation? Well, that is what happened to me. Not only did I get sick but I got violently ill due to Labyrinthitis. I was at the Peroni Rhino Camp and they immediately called in a doctor to come to the camp to attend to me. He was great. He tried to get my condition under control but was not able to do so. As a result, the flying doctors were called in and I was airlifted to the Nairobi hospital. Gamewatchers was there every step of the way. Literally. They called the hospital to ensure a good doctor was there waiting for me upon arrival. There was a Gamewatchers representative at the hospital waiting for us (husband was with me) when we arrived and he stayed with us the entire time I was there. (2 days). Meanwhile back at the Peroni Rhino camp, Gamewatchers was taking care of my 77 year old father who was traveling with us. My dad didn't have any of the itinerary and didn't know anything about what transfers he was supposed to be making. We were planning on flying into Peroni Mara the day after I got ill. Gamewatchers had his whole itinerary and made sure he was well taken care of the whole time he was separated from us. When he flew into Peroni Mara there were guys there waiting for him to take him to camp. In addition, "Jimmy" from that camp went and found my dad every time we called so dad could talk to us. They made sure he got on the plane to get back to Nairobi safe and sound to meet back up with us at the hotel. Again, while at the hotel, Gamewatchers was there with us and escorted us to the attractions we had scheduled around Nairobi over the next couple of days. (They even pushed me in my wheelchair) While my safari was cut short due to my sudden illness, the time we were at Peroni Rhino camp was incredible. We had Buffalo in our "front yard" waiting for us one morning and Lions roaring at night outside our tent. Everything you would expect from a Safari you will experience. In addition, the food is awesome! If you are contemplating booking a Safari, just know if you go with Gamewatchers, not only will your experience be incredible but if something unexpected should occur, they are with you every step of the way. What happened to me could have led to disastrous results, being in a foreign country, not knowing any of the things you need to know when put into a situation like mine. But, because of Gamewatchers involvement, our experience was top notch even through my illness.

Contemplating a fantastic safari and wishing to make a real difference to conservation and human development, Gamewatchers Safari is your ticket. Jake Grieves-Cook started the unique symbiosis between the Masai Peoples of Kenya and eco-conservation safaris over 40 years ago. Gamewatchers encourages the Masai Peoples to resist selling to commercial interests, provides jobs through conservation activities and the safari service industry at all levels: kitchen help through management. Especially important, Gamewatchers aids Masai schools. Unsolicited, our group of three made donations to for schools supplies at both the Porini Amboseli and Porini Cheetah camps. The experience: the Masai guides bring their cultural education of the animal wildlife with schooling in modern animal husbandry, answering numerous questions from our group. Be advised, ask many questions! The guides love it. Your experience will be far more enriched over a unique “zoo” experience. Gamewatchers balances the early morning and later afternoon and sometimes nighttime game drives nicely with meals and rest periods. The food is substantial; you’ll gain weight! And is a combination of Western cuisine augmented with traditional Kenya preparation and side dishes. I’m celiac (gluten free) and the chiefs at most sites accommodated with GF breads, muffins or pasta. Expanding your cultural sensitivities: the many hours sharing our Masai guides’, service people and managers’ life with our US cultural experience brought to mind something I learned long ago, but didn’t really appreciate: intelligence and knowledge are entirely separate. The Masai are only now, through education, learning western “knowledge” about science, environment, etc. But they demonstrate much intelligence creatively living on natural resources. The intimate experience at a Masai village at the Porini Amboseli camp, without tourist hawking, will remain in my mind, a privileged encounter. The animals: the conservancies limit tourists / vehicles in contrast to when we drove through other game areas (e.g., national parks) with many more vehicles. The conservancy experience afforded a feeling of being with the animals as opposed to invading their space. In general, you’re quite close to all species, even the lions. We saw lions, cheetahs, the rarer leopard, elephants (numerous), three types of giraffes, two types of zebra, hippos, a black rhino, wildebeests, hyaenas, etc.; over 40 different species of mammals and birds. Gamewatchers provided a very useful mammal guide. After a few days, our little group became quite good at spotting and naming the animals. Important to know: the safari’s are not physically taxing, because you spend most of the time in an open air, well strutted, safari jeep. Never-the-less, anyone with significant back problems should reconsider. It’s a “bumpy ride”. We visited in the dry season at the end of September, when you’re lungs may experience Kenya dust. The good side, nearly no bugs! Appropriate caution and supplies are a necessity. Our itinerary: After two days in Nairobi, Brad (US consultant) in consultation with a couple of group members put together a nicely balanced lodge and safari camping (glamping!) experience with two day stays at five different sites. Beginning at the Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge in Tsavo West, we drove to the Porini Amboseli Camp. Then we flew to the luxurious Saruni Samburu lodge with open air rooms perched high above the Samburu conservancy. Next a flight back to Nairobi then on to Porini Lion Camp and explored the Masai Mara. We missed the last of the great wildebeest migration by a few days. Their stragglers made an early morning balloon flight spectacular. Then we drove a short distance to the Cheetah Camp, a unique partnership between two delightful nature lovers from India and Gamewatchers. This is the most modern of the camps and in situated in an area particularly known for lions and cheetahs. Recent late afternoon thunderstorms at Lion and Cheetah camps made for green landscapes and dramatic evenings with clouds. By the way, we were within 20 feet of the famous cheetah mom and four cubs, highlighted in the recent Serengeti series on the Discovery channel. Cubs are bigger now, but their play tends to scare away “dinner” that mom is trying hard to procure. Many custom itineraries can be created through Gamewatchers traveling in different countries. Please give them a serious look!

7 Day Masai Mara Safari

from US$ 3440

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Join us for an exhilarating wildlife adventure with this 7 day Kenya safari combining two different Porini Safari Camps in the world-renowned Masai Mara. This is a great opportunity to see some of Africa’s iconic animals – including lions, elephants and leopards – where they are free and protected in their natural habitat.

Includes game drives in ol kinyei, naboisho & olare motorogi conservancies as well as in the masai mara national reserve*. .

Porini Safari Camps are Fully Inclusive of:

• Breakfast, lunch, dinner and selected drinks (beer, house wine, gin & tonics, mineral water, sodas)
• Bush Breakfasts
• Game drives in custom-built 4×4 open-sided safari vehicles
• Morning and evening / night shared game drives (private vehicles available at a supplement)
• Expert Maasai driver-guides
• Escorted walks with Maasai guides
• Sundowner drinks to watch the sunset from scenic viewing points

Porini guest tents are spacious and each has solar electric lights and an en-suite bathroom with flush toilet and safari shower. The camp Chefs prepare good quality meals – hot dishes, fresh salads and home baked bread.

We can arrange Nairobi transfers as well an overnight stay in Nairobi (at a supplement) at the start or end of your safari depending on your international flight times.

Safari Itinerary & Prices

Day 1 Take the 10 am flight (approx 1 hr) from Nairobi's Wilson Airport to the Masai Mara where you will be greeted at the airstrip by our driver/guide and transferred to Porini Mara Camp in Ol Kinyei Conservancy. Settle in to camp and enjoy lunch. Later, after afternoon tea, take an afternoon game drive in the conservancy with a sundowner and return to camp (night drive en route) for dinner and overnight.

Day 2 Awake to the natural sounds of the Mara’s birdlife. Leave camp soon after dawn to explore the Ol Kinyei Conservancy on the lookout for elephants, buffalo, giraffe, plains game and the big cats. You will have a bush breakfast out in the wilds and then return to camp for lunch. In the afternoon you will have a further game drive in Ol Kinyei and Naboisho Conservancies with a sundowner at a scenic spot followed by a night game drive with spotlights to search for nocturnal animals, including the elusive leopards which are resident in Ol Kinyei, before heading back to camp for dinner. 

Day 3 Take an early game drive in Ol Kinyei and Naboisho Conservancies, followed by breakfast. Perhaps join the safari guides for an escorted walk, or take time to relax and enjoy the surroundings. After lunch and afternoon tea, take another evening drive ending with a sundowner and night drive back to camp. Dinner and overnight at Porini Mara Camp.

Day 4 After breakfast leave camp and drive through Ol Kinyei and Naboisho Conservancies, game-viewing as you go, and on to Olare Motorogi Conservancy arriving at Porini Lion Camp for lunch. Afternoon game drive in the exclusive Olare Motorogi Conservancy, away from the minibuses and tourist vehicles seen in the reserve. Here there is an excellent chance of sighting lions, cheetahs and leopards all of which reside within the conservancy. Sundowner and night game drive. Overnight Porini Lion Camp.  

Day 5 A full day to explore the Olare Motorogi Conservancy on the lookout for elephants, buffalo, giraffe, plains game and the big cats. Wake up at dawn and enjoy an early game drive in the conservancy with a bush breakfast, returning to camp for lunch. In the afternoon enjoy another game drive in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy with a night drive as you head back to camp driving in the dark with a spotlight for the chance to see the nocturnal animals. Dinner and overnight at Porini Lion Camp.  

Day 6 A full day to explore the Conservancies, or take an optional game drive in the famous Masai Mara Reserve* with a picnic lunch in the park and then return to camp in the late afternoon. * Optional reserve fee payable in advance at US$ 100 per adult (now to 30 Jun 2024) / $ 200 per adult (from 1 Oct 2024) / $50 per child. NB for 1 July to 30 September we have already included a one day fee to view the Migration in the Reserve.

Sundowner and night game drive as you return to camp for dinner. Overnight Porini Lion Camp.

Day 7 Early morning game drive in the conservancy returning for breakfast. Mid-morning transfer to the airstrip for the 11am flight back to Nairobi Wilson airport (arriving 12:20h). Transfer to Nairobi International Airport or a Nairobi hotel*

(* transfer / hotel not included but can be added at a supplement).

Optional Beach Add-On:

We can arrange for you to head to the beautiful white-sand beaches of the Kenya Coast for a few days of relaxation after your safari adventure. Fly directly from the Masai Mara to the coast to relax at one of a choice of hotels, before flying back to Nairobi. Please ask us for more details and prices.  

Special Discounted Rates

To make it easy for you to book a porini safari adventure, our prices are all fully-inclusive of accommodation, meals, transport, day & night game drives, guided walks, sundowners and conservancy fees., tour price per person (in us dollars):.

• 3 Jan - 31 May 2024: US$ 3440 (US$ 2280 child*)
• 1 Jun - 30 Jun 2024: US$ 3535 (US$ 2335 child*)
• 1 Jul - 21 Jul 2024: US$ 5485 (US$ 3315 child*)
• 22 Jul - 30 Sep 2024: US$ 5745 (US$ 3590 child*)
• 1 Oct - 31 Oct 2024: US$ 3925 (US$ 2500 child*)
• 1 Nov - 19 Dec 2024: US$ 3520 (US$ 2330 child*)
• Prices based on 2 adults sharing a Twin / Double Tent
• * Child rates apply to children aged 8 to 16 years sharing a tent with adults
• Single Supplement for Sole Use of Twin / Double Tent, per tour: US$ 1105 (1 Jul - 30 Sep 2024), US$ 822 all other dates
• Operates any day (subject to flight availability)

Price includes:

• return flights nairobi - mara - nairobi • transport by road between camps • accommodation in double / twin tent and all meals • free drinks (wine, beer, gin & tonics, soft drinks, mineral water) • day and night game drives in 4×4 safari vehicles with qualified guides • conservancy fees / one masai mara reserve fee for jul-sep stays • guided nature walks • sundowners • amref flying doctors medical evacuation cover • all taxes, no hidden extras after arrival, price excludes: • international flights to kenya • visas • travel insurance • vaccinations • gratuities • optional masai mara national reserve entry fee., get in touch with our expert safari advisers to check availability and prices.

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Rick McIntyre

Hello, I'm Rick, based in Ontario, Canada, with over 15 years in the travel industry and a passport filled with stamps from over 70 countries. My heart was captured by Africa during my first visit to Kenya, and since then, I've journeyed back repeatedly, exploring the diverse landscapes and wildlife of Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Botswana, Namibia, and South Africa. Whether you're dreaming of a "once in a lifetime" vacation or you're a seasoned safari traveler, I'm here to assist in planning your perfect African adventure.

You can contact me at [email protected] or give me a call at  +1-877-710-3014 , and together, we'll make your African dreams a reality.

Rachel Chambers

Rachel resides on the vibrant West Coast of Canada, specifically on Vancouver Island. She has a profound love for travel, having explored nearly 30 countries. However, it was a solo journey to Africa that truly ignited her passion. Upon stepping foot in Botswana for the first time, Rachel was captivated and knew she needed to explore more of the continent. Since then, she has ventured solo to Zimbabwe, Zambia, Mauritius, South Africa, Uganda, and Kenya, where she traveled with Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps.

It was during these experiences that Rachel realized her desire to be a part of the Gamewatchers team. More about Rachel

You can contact Rae at [email protected] or call +1-250-588-9112

Julie Roggow

Greetings, I'm Julie Roggow, and I come to you with over two decades of immersion in the world of travel. My journey into the heart of safari adventures began as I traversed Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Botswana, Zimbabwe, and South Africa, capturing the essence of these mesmerizing landscapes through my lens. Among these remarkable destinations, Kenya and the Porini safari camps hold a special place in my heart. Their unique blend of wilderness and conservation resonates deeply with me. My passion for travel is matched only by my dedication to sharing that passion with others. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or embarking on your very first safari, I'm here to ensure that planning your safari vacation is an enjoyable and seamless experience.

Feel free to reach out to me by email at [email protected] or through our toll-free telephone line at +1-877-710-3014 . Let's embark on an unforgettable safari journey together, where the wild beauty of Africa awaits to enchant and inspire you.

Brad Wierman

Hello there, I'm Brad, and my safari odyssey began with my first expedition to Kenya in 1984. Since then, I've had the privilege of guiding and exploring various African destinations, from Tanzania to Ethiopia, Rwanda to Zambia, and beyond. Yet, after 34 years, East Africa still captivates me like no other. My most recent adventure here was in June 2018. As an Environmental Conservation major in college, I found my perfect match in Gamewatchers and Porini Camps, whose groundbreaking conservation efforts in Kenya are unparalleled. The moment you witness an elephant in the wild for the first time, you're irrevocably hooked, just as I was. Whether you're embarking on your inaugural safari or your tenth, I'm here to curate the ideal experience tailored to your expertise level, accommodation preferences, and budget.

I'm based in Bend, Oregon, and you can reach me at [email protected] or by calling +1 224-558-1887 . Let's make your safari dreams come true!

Sally Wanjau

Greetings, I'm Sally Wanjau, and my journey with Kenyan safaris has been a lifelong passion. Since the 1980s, I've roamed these magnificent landscapes, ultimately making Kenya my cherished home through marriage. While currently residing in the UK with my family, my heart remains firmly planted in Kenya. In the past, I ran my own safari business, collaborating closely with Gamewatchers Safaris to craft bespoke adventures for travelers seeking unique experiences. Now, as part of the dedicated team of Safari Advisers at Gamewatchers Safaris, I'm thrilled to continue sharing my love and expertise for this captivating land. My extensive travels throughout East, South, and Southern Africa have nurtured my passion, yet Kenya, with its Porini Camps and unforgettable wildlife encounters, remains my true inspiration.

If you're ready to embark on an East African adventure, reach out to me at [email protected] or call me at +44 7546 433 250 , and together, we'll make your safari dreams come to life.

Wayne Hammond

Hello, I'm Wayne Hammond, and I'm fortunate to have embarked on over 30 incredible journeys to the enchanting continent of Africa. It's a place that has captured my heart time and time again. My travels have taken me to Kenya, which I've had the pleasure of visiting far more times than I can recall, as well as to Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Botswana, Rwanda, Uganda, South Africa, and Mozambique. Among my cherished bush haunts, I hold dear the Masai Mara in Kenya, the mesmerizing Mana Pools in Zimbabwe, and the wondrous South Luangwa National Park in Zambia. I'm not just a passionate traveler but also an avid amateur wildlife photographer and an occasional travel writer. Currently based in the UK, I'm proud to serve as a Safari Consultant for Gamewatchers Safaris, helping fellow adventurers craft their dream African experiences.

If you're ready to embark on your own African adventure, don't hesitate to reach out to me at [email protected] or give me a call at +44 7986 978 985 . Let's bring your African safari dreams to life.

Andrea Landaeta

Hola, I’m Andrea and my love affair with the captivating world of safaris began during my teenage years when I embarked on my very first safari in Kenya. There, amidst the awe-inspiring wildlife and expansive plains, I found my true passion. Over the years, Kenya has called me back time and time again, leading me to explore its myriad camps, conservancies, and renowned parks. More recently, I've had the privilege of staying at all the Porini Camps, where the spotlight shines on wildlife conservation—a cause close to my heart as I traverse the globe. While Kenya holds a special place in my wanderlust-filled heart, Tanzania, Uganda, and Rwanda have also woven their magic into my soul. If you're eager to embark on your own safari adventure or share your passion for conservation, please feel free to contact me at [email protected] or reach out to me by telephone at +44 7814 439 232 .

Let's connect and embark on a journey through Africa's wild wonders together.

Pranay Chandra

Hello, I’m Pranay Chandra, a veteran of the Indian Armed Forces whose profound passion for nature and wildlife led me to the world of wildlife photography. My lens has captured the essence of the wild, earning recognition in esteemed competitions like the Sanctuary Asia annual wildlife awards and the Natural History Museum’s Wildlife Photographer of the Year awards. Beyond photography, I’ve dedicated myself to conservation efforts, collaborating with Ecological Task Forces and supporting WWF India’s training initiatives in tiger reserves. In the realm of education, I’ve partnered with CEC, New Delhi, to create informative video programs on Human-Wildlife Conflicts. While my heart lies in India, I’ve ventured to Kenya, embracing the splendors of Africa while staying at Porini camps and other renowned lodges.

I’m based in Bangalore, India, and you can connect with me via email at [email protected]  or reach me by phone at  +91 801 788 5256 , including WhatsApp. Let’s embark on a journey to celebrate the beauty and conservation of our natural world together.

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Kristy Thomson

Hello, I’m Kristy, your Australian-based Safari Advisor with Gamewatchers Safaris and Porini Camps. My background in ecology and conservation management, combined with a deep passion for nature and the great outdoors, led me to Kenya where I instantly fell in love with its spectacular wildlife and warm-hearted people. Having spent significant time at our Porini Camps and explored other camps we offer, I bring intricate knowledge to help craft your ultimate wildlife safari adventure. Whether you’re seeking the thrill of the savannah or the serenity of the wilderness, I’m here to make your safari dreams a reality.

Feel free to reach out to me on the Gold Coast, Australia, at  [email protected] , and let’s embark on an extraordinary journey together.

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Gamewatchers Safaris is one of the best safari companies for affordable Kenya Safaris . And, that's not all they do!  

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To cast your net wider, browse our nearly 100 different Kenya Budget Safaris  with a variety of top African safari companies. This gives you more choices. Budget-wise and in terms of travel style, group size, safari destinations, vehicles, and more.

With the help of our safari experts, it's easy to find the ultimate Kenya Safari for your budget and needs. We know there are lots of choices, but we help you to find the best safari for you–be it a luxury camping trip, family safari, or small group adventure tour. And, if we can't find the right one, our safari experts can tailor-make a Kenya Safari just for you, without busting your budget.

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Why Gamewatchers Safaris is one of our favourite African safari companies

Gamewatchers Safaris is one of our most treasured African safari partners. We love working with them because they are leaders in eco-tourism and community-based wildlife conservation. Their commitment to responsible tourism, and their outstanding personalized service, places them firmly ahead of the pack.

Our Kenya Safaris with Gamewatchers are always in demand and our clients rave about their well-priced safaris!

All About Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps in Kenya

• Who is Gamewatchers Safaris Ltd & what are they famous for?

What does Gamewatchers Safaris do?

Where are gamewatchers safaris & their porini camps found in africa.

• How Gamewatchers protects key habitats, people & wildlife in Kenya
• What makes Gamewatchers Safaris one of the best safari companies in Africa?

Why choose Gamewatchers Safaris for your Kenya Safari?

• How much do Gamewatchers Safari Tours cost?
• Gamewatchers Safaris Reviews on Tripadvisor

Porini Camps in Kenya: what makes these exclusive tented camps special?

• Gamewatchers & Porini Camps Covid-19 Protocols
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Who is Gamewatchers Safaris Ltd and what are they famous for?

They are a leading African safari tour operator that also owns and runs the award-winning Porini Camps in Kenya. Established in 1989, Gamewatchers Safaris is one of the longest-running African safari companies. They have been operating in Kenya for over 30 years.

This safari company is famous for its exclusive tailor-made safaris and eco-friendly Porini Camps in Kenya.

The company is owned by Kenyan citizen, Jake Grieves-Cook, who founded Gamewatchers Safaris in 1989. An icon in African tourism and wildlife conservation, Jake has been involved in Kenya's safari industry since 1972! 

Gamewatchers Safaris has a team of about nine African safari consultants and a team of customer services staff on the ground in Kenya. Other staff members include a Managing Director, Corporate Affairs Manager, Conservation & CSR Coordinator, and Product & Marketing Manager. Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps also has over 10 safari experts (travel consultants) representing them across the globe, from the USA and UK to India and Australia. 

Then there are all their camp managers, game rangers, drivers, and hospitality staff members at the Porini Camps in Kenya. They employ about 240 staff members at the Porini Camps and conservancies alone. Job preference is given to local Maasai people from the communities that own the conservancies so their camp staff consists mostly of Kenyans from the area.

All-in-all there is a massive team of international and local people involved in running Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps in Kenya and beyond.

This internationally acclaimed African safari company specializes in personalized (tailor-made) safari experiences to small, eco-friendly lodges and camps.

Gamewatchers Safaris offers some of the best tailor-made safaris to private wildlife conservancies and top national parks in East Africa. They take visitors to the leading eco-safari lodges, hotels, and camps in Kenya, Tanzania, and elsewhere. Of course, this includes safaris to Porini Camps and the other eco-safari camps they manage.

The smaller safari camps they visit provide a more intimate and exclusive African safari experience. But, Gamewatchers Safaris is more than a tour operator and camp owner. It is an active champion of wildlife conservation and sustainable tourism in Africa.

In 2020, Gamewacthers Safaris launched an initiative called “Adopt-an-Acre” to help sustain the wildlife conservancies and camps during the COVID-19 pandemic. With the drop in tourism, this initiative enables anyone to adopt parts of the conservancies in Kenya with donations being used to pay the landowners and staff salaries. (More about this Adopt-an-Acre in Kenya Initiative).

Gamewatchers Safaris Ltd is based in Kenya with its headquarters located in Nairobi. They offer safari tours in Kenya , Tanzania , and Rwanda as well as beach holiday packages to Zanzibar and other African beach destinations.

In Kenya, their safari destinations include Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, Laikipia, Samburu, Lewa Downs, Meru, and Shompole. 

Their collection of safari camps is in Kenya. These include the acclaimed Porini Camps, located in Ol Pejeta Conservancy (near the Aberdare & Mount Kenya national parks), Selenkay Conservancy (at Amboseli National Park), and Ol Kinyei Conservancy and Olare Orok Conservancy (both in the Greater Masai Mara Ecosystem).

They also run two Adventure Camps in Selenkay and Ol Kinyei conservancies, the Rhino River eco-lodge in Meru National Park, and the Nairobi Tented Camp in Nairobi National Park.

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How Gamewatchers protects key habitats, local people, and wildlife in Kenya?

Gamewatchers Safaris has played a pivotal role in creating and sustaining private conservancies in Kenya. 

Jake Grieves-Cook (the founder of Gamewatchers Safaris) is one of the leading pioneers of eco-tourism in Africa. In the late 1990s, he introduced the ‘conservancy concept’ as an alternative approach to wildlife conservation in Kenya. This conservancy model entails leasing land from the local Maasai to create game reserves, called wildlife conservancies, next to the national parks.

In 2005, Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps established Ol Kinyei Conservancy in partnership with 171 local landowners. This was the first conservancy in the Greater Masai Mara Ecosystem. It still belongs to the local Maasai and now comprises 17,500 acres. 

In 2018 Ol Kineyei achieved IUCN Green List status for “its good governance, sound design and planning, and effective management”.

Today Gamewatchers Safaris runs six Porini Camps in private conservancies that they have been instrumental in creating and sustaining. These conservancies continue to bring direct benefits to the people and wildlife in Kenya, serving as a successful model for conservation in Africa and beyond.

The Conservancy Concept explained by Gamewatchers Safaris founder Jake Grieves-Cook

Saving Wildlife Habitat, Kenya from jakegc on Vimeo .

By partnering with local landowners, Gamewatchers Safaris has used eco-tourism to effectively conserve the wildlife and wild habitats of Kenya whilst helping local communities to generate income. This has transformed the wilderness areas around  Amboseli National Park  and Masai Mara National Reserve in particular.

"It is tourism that pays for the conservancies to continue in existence so if you come out for a safari staying in our camps in the conservancies then that will definitely be a big help for conservation and for the communities who have set aside their land as a home for wildlife." - Jake Grieves-Cook

And, in 2020 when tourism plunged due to COVID-19, Gamewatchers Safaris launched an Adopt-an-Acre initiative (featured on Ecotourism Kenya ) to help support the wildlife conservancies and local communities. 

What makes Gamewatchers Safaris one of the best safari companies in Africa?

Sustainable and responsible tourism is at the heart of what they do. The core mission of Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps is:

"...using tourism to protect habitat and partnering with communities as we do that." - M. Brar, MD of Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps

Gamewatchers Safaris plays a critical role in Kenyan wildlife conservation and local socio-economic development through their involvement in private conservancies and their eco-safari camps. Beyond this, they also contribute to social upliftment in Kenya through CSR programs.

"Our community outreach projects include donations towards school fees and equipment and the employment of local community members as rangers to protect the widlife."

Not only are they a socially and environmentally sustainable company but they are also one of the oldest and most experienced safari companies in Africa. Even better, their decades of experience are rooted in the Kenya safari industry. Who better to experience the wild places and wildlife of Kenya with?

Their safaris and tented camps are highly rated and sought-after. And their mission – to conserve wildlife and support local communities in Kenya through low-impact tourism – is 100% worth supporting.

Many of the Gamewatchers Safaris include flights from Nairobi to the national parks and conservancies and back. This cuts out the long cross-country drives and gives you more time to explore the destinations and watch animals in the wild. Even their more budget-friendly safaris (featured on African Budget Safaris ), often include flights between Nairobi and Masai Mara National Reserve.

10 More Reasons to Choose Gamewatchers Safaris

• Tailored safaris to the best parks and reserves in East Africa
• Accommodation at smaller, more exclusive safari camps
• Transport in 4x4 safari vehicles, not vans 
• Experienced and acclaimed safari operators
• Leaders in eco-tourism and community-based conservation
• Specialist safaris: birdwatching, photography, walking, golfing, hot-air ballooning, and mobile camping 
• Private 4x4 and fly-in safaris
• Weddings and honeymoon safari packages
• Expert safari guides and staff members

Oh, and 10 they offer the best Kenya safaris when it comes to value-for-money!

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How much do Gamewatchers Safari tours cost?

The cheapest Kenya Safari Tours with Gamewatchers Safaris cost from $1,300 to $2,300 per person. The 3-day Kenya Safari Packages include scheduled flights from Nairobi to Masai Mara (return). These are tented camping safaris so you stay in walk-in safari tents (with en-suite bathrooms), not in rooms at a conventional lodge. 

Thus, the tented camps provide more comfort than standard camping (in dome tents) but they have less impact on the environment and cost less than lodge safaris in Kenya.

Their most pricey budget Kenya Safari costs about $4,300 to $5,000 per person. But, that's for a 12-day Kenya Lodge Safari to Masai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo, Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and the Great Rift Valley including 4x4 transport, most meals, a qualified guide, and more! This is not a tented camping safari. You stay at high-quality safari lodges.

Of course, they offer more expensive, luxury safaris in Kenya and other African countries. If you want to spend more on a private, tailor-made safari talk to one of our African travel advisors who can design a customized safari program for you. We pride ourselves on creating excellent-value safari packages, at no extra charge.

Or, check out our nearly 100  Budget Kenya Safari Packages on African Budget Safaris.

Gamewatchers Safaris Reviews 

Rated 5-Star on TripAdvisor, Gamewatchers Safaris boasts 244 Excellent & Very Good reviews. Review titles range from ‘Life-Changing Experience’ and 'Gamewatchers Rocks!' to ‘Over the Moon’ and ‘Magical, exceptional, unparalleled.'

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The Porini Camps are small, eco-friendly tented camps located in the exclusive private conservancies of Kenya.

These intimate safari camps are set in wildlife conservancies near or bordering on the best Kenya national parks, from Masai Mara to Amboseli and Tsavo. The wildlife conservancies are home to an abundance of wildlife and offer some of the finest game-viewing experiences in Kenya.

Besides teeming with large mammals (lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and more) the wildlife conservancies are private and thus visitor numbers are limited to the handful of guests staying at the eco-friendly Porini Camps.

Accommodation at the Porini Camps is comfortable and offers exceptional value for money. These are not luxury camps with private hot tubs and personal butlers. They are authentic African safari camps set inside exclusive private conservancies.

Perks of Porini Camp Safaris in Kenya include:

• an authentic African Safari experience off the beaten tracks
• tailor-made wildlife safari programs customized to suit you
• night and day game drives in open-sided 4x4 safari vehicles instead of minivans
• uncrowded wildlife sightings in private conservancies where tourist numbers are kept low
• eco-friendly safari accommodation at the award-winning Porini tented camps
• expert Maasai guides and friendly local staff
• guided walking safaris, scenic sundowners, and bush dining
• direct flights to Porini Camps from Nairobi (return) cutting out long drives
• camp stays directly support wildlife conservation and the local Maasai people

The Gamewatchers Safaris' Porini Camps in Kenya:

• Porini Amboseli Camp in the Selenkay Conservancy (at Amboseli National Park)
• Porini Rhino Camp in Ol Pejeta Conservancy (at Aberdare & Mount Kenya national parks)
• Porini Mara Camp in Ol Kinyei Conservancy (at Masai Mara National Reserve & Naboisho Conservancy)
• Porini Cheetah Camp in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy (at Masai Mara & Naboisho Conservancy)
• Porini Lion Camp in the Olare Motorogi Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara National Reserve)
• Porini Bush Camp in Ol Kinyei Conservancy (at Masai Mara & Naboisho Conservancy)

Gamewatchers Safaris Adventure Camps:

In addition to the Porini Camps, Gamewatchers also operates two Adventure Camps in Kenya's private conservancies. These budget-friendly safari camps offer a high-quality safari experience at an excellent price. Accommodation is in dome tents, but you explore the same exclusive wildlife conservancies as guests staying at the Porini Camps.

• Selenkay Adventure Camp (Amboseli National Park region)
• Ol Kinyei Adventure Camp (Masai Mara & Naboisho Conservancy area)

Other Safari Camps run by Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps:

• Rhino River Camp in Meru National Park
• Nairobi Tented Camp in the Nairobi National Park

Best Budget Kenya Safaris with Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps (on African Budget Safaris)

Fly-in kenya safaris to tented camps.

All of these Budget Kenya Safaris stay at the exclusive Porini Camps owned and run by Gamewatchers Safaris. The tented safaris to Masai Mara conservancies all include return flights between Nairobi and Masai Mara. Accommodation is in comfortable tented rooms (walk-in safari tents) with en-suite bathrooms at the eco-friendly Porini tented camps.

• 3-Day Fly-in Masai Mara Exclusive Camp Safari  - stays at Porini Mara Camp in Ol Kinyei Conservancy at Masai Mara (includes flights from Nairobi to Masai Mara, return).
• 3-Day Masai Mara Bush Camp Fly-in Safari - stays at Porini Bush Camp in Ol Kinyei Conservancy at Masai Mara (includes flights from Nairobi to Masai Mara, return)
• 4-Day Fly-in Masai Mara Exclusive Camp Safari - stays at Porini Mara Camp in Ol Kinyei Conservancy at Masai Mara (includes flights from Nairobi to Masai Mara, return).
• 4-Day Masai Mara Bush Camp Fly-in Safari - stays at Porini Bush Camp in Ol Kinyei Conservancy at Masai Mara (includes flights from Nairobi to Masai Mara, return).
• Fly & Drive Amboseli & Ol Pejeta Safari  - stays at Porini Amboseli Camp in Selenkay Conservancy and Porini Rhino Camp in Ol Pejeta Conservancy (includes ground transport from Nairobi to Amboseli, a flight from Amboseli back to Nairobi, and flights from Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, return).
• 5-Day Masai Mara & Private Reserves Fly-in Safari  - stays at Porini Mara Camp in Ol Kinyei Conservancy and Porini Lion Camp in Olare Motorogi Conservancy (includes flights from Nairobi to Masai Mara, return). 

These Fly-in Kenya Safaris with Gamewatchers do not require participation from guests in the running of the camps or operations. You can simply relax and enjoy being on safari in the middle of the African bush, while the staff take excellent care of you.

Fly-in Kenya Lodge Safari

This affordable Kenya Safari combines ground (overland) transfers and flights. Accommodation is in traditional Kenya safari lodges selected by Gamewatchers Safaris and not at the Porini Camps.

Fly-in Kenya Camping Safaris

The Kenya Camping Safaris stay at the Gamewatchers Safaris Adventure Camps. These budget-friendly Kenya Safaris include flights and comfortable camping accommodation*. 

• 4-Day Amboseli & Private Game Reserve Fly-in Camping Safari  - stays at Selenkay Adventure Camp in Greater Amboseli (includes flights from Nairobi to Amboseli, return).

*The style of camping on these Kenya Safaris is a step up from basic camping. Guests sleep on camping beds with linen and pillows and the spacious tents have en-suite bathrooms. The guides and crew also take care of all the cooking, camp chores, and logistics. 

4x4 Kenya Lodge Safaris (overland)

These Budget Kenya Safaris include safari lodge accommodation, ground transport, and most expenses. They all start and end in Nairobi. 

• 5-Day Kenya Lodge Safari: Masai Mara, Nakuru & Aberdare  - stays at high-quality safari lodges inside Masai Mara, Aberdare, and Lake Nakuru National Parks.
• 5-Day Kenya Lodge Safari: Tsavo & Amboseli Parks  - stays at top-quality safari lodges inside Tsavo National Park and Amboseli National Park.
• 7-Day Kenya Safari: Masai Mara, Tsavo & Amboseli  - stays at high-quality, affordable safari lodges inside Masai Mara, Tsavo, and Amboseli.
• 8-Day Masai Mara & Northern Kenya National Parks 4x4 Safari - stays at well-selected safari lodges inside Masai Mara, Samburu, Aberdare, and Lake Nakuru National Park.
• 8-Day Masai Mara, Samburu, Nakuru 4x4 Kenya Lodge Safari - stays at comfortable safari lodges inside Masai Mara, Samburu, and Lake Nakuru National Park
• 12-Day Kenyan Game Parks 4x4 Lodge Safari  - stays at top-quality safari lodges in Tsavo, Amboseli, Samburu, Aberdare, Lake Nakuru National Park, and Masai Mara National Reserve.

Contact African Budget Safaris to find out more about our affordable Kenya Safaris with Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps or other top safari companies in Africa. 

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Gamewatchers Safaris an award-winning tour operator offers safaris to the best camps, lodges and beach destinations in Kenya.

Gamewatchers Safaris opened its doors in 1989 and is currently one of the oldest safari operator specialising in tailor-made experiences at small camps and lodges in East Africa.

In 1997 Gamewatchers started renting land from the Maasai with the aim of protecting wildlife, wilderness and helping the local Maasai earn revenue through tourism.

This amazing specialist safari operator prides themselves on responsible tourism and preserving Africa’s sensational landscapes, wildlife and local communities.

They also own and run the exclusive, eco-friendly tented camps in Kenya , the Porini Camps and the Nairobi Tented Camp , the only camp located inside the Nairobi National Park. Porini Camps offer high quality authentic safaris at our camps of only 6 – 10 rooms in Maasai Mara / Amboseli / Laikipia and Nairobi park. Porini Camps include day & night game drives in open 4×4’s, guided bush walks, sundowners, all meals, bush breakfasts, soft drinks, house wines and gin & tonics.

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A selection of the best Kenya safari itineraries offering combinations of the award winning Porini Camps for the best game viewing.  With locations in Amboseli, Ol Pejeta and the Maasai Mara you can ensure the best wildlife viewing experience in exclusive wildlife conservancies away from the crowds.

Please note: on all these safaris extra nights may be added at any of the camps to create a longer itinerary.  These are not set tours and are totally flexible so that with the addition of extra nights the itineraries may be increased in length to give safaris of 6 nights to 16 nights or more combining the Porini Camps. Nairobi Tented Camp in Nairobi National Park can also be added to any itinerary.

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4 nights / 5 days from $2630 per person – with optional extra nights

The perfect big cat game viewing experience in exclusive wildlife conservancies combining 2 nights at Porini Mara Camp and 2 nights at Porini Lion Camp .

4 nights / 5 days from $2915 per person – with optional extra nights

Combine two of the exclusive Porini Camps with a 2 night stay at Porini Amboseli Camp and a 2 night stay at Porini Mara Camp .

4 to 6 nights from $2726 per person – with optional extra nights

2 nights at Porini Amboseli Camp in the Selenkay Conservancy overlooking Kilimanjaro plus 2 nights at Porini Rhino Camp in Ol Pejeta Conservancy in the foothills of Mount Kenya.

5 nights / 6 days from $3058 per person – with optional extra nights

Enjoy a night at the only tented camp in Nairobi National Park  before continuing to the famous  Masai Mara National Reserve staying at small safari camps in different areas of the Mara with game drives in 3 exclusive Wildlife Conservancies as well as the Reserve. Day and night game drives are by 4×4 safari vehicles and exciting bush walks are included.

4 nights / 5 days from $3070 per person – with optional extra nights

A wonderful safari combining two camps that complement each other perfectly – Porini Rhino Camp in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy and  Porini Lion Camp  in the  Olare Motorogi Conservancy   in the  Masai Mara

5 nights / 6 days from $3240 per person – with optional extra nights

This itinerary is the perfect way to see some of Kenya’s best wildlife areas including Selenkay Conservancy and Amboseli National Park – with great views of Mt Kilimanjaro – the unique Nairobi National Park , the award-winning Ol Kinyei Conservancy and the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve .

5 nights / 6 days from $3435 per person – with optional extra nights

Search for the Big Five in some of Kenya’s most celebrated safari parks and reserves. Starting in Nairobi National Park the tour continues to Ol Pejeta Conservancy – renowned for its projects to support endangered species. The safari then visits the award-winning Ol Kinyei Conservancy and famous Masai Mara National Reserve .

5 nights / 6 days from $3455 per person – with optional extra nights

Go in search of lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, rhino and much more in some of the most game-rich wildlife reserves in East Africa. After a night in Nairobi National Park  the tour continues to  Ol Pejeta Conservancy  – home of the World’s last Northern White Rhinos. Then head to the game-filled Olare Motorogi Conservancy and  Masai Mara National Reserve .

6 nights / 7 days from $3937 per person – with optional extra nights

See the very best of Kenya with this one week safari that combines three of the Porini camps in diverse landscapes: Porini Amboseli Camp , Porini Mara Camp and Porini Lion Camp .

6 nights / 7 days from $4029 per person

This popular tour visits  Selenkay Conservancy ,  Amboseli National Park , Lake Nakuru ,  Ol Kinyei Conservancy  and the  Masai Mara . Accommodation is at the award-winning Porini Camps and Sarova Lion Hill

6 nights / 7 days from $4395 per person – with optional extra nights

Combining 2 nights Porini Amboseli Camp , 2 nights Porini Rhino Camp in Ol Pejeta & 2 nights Porini Lion Camp , Maasai Mara

6 nights / 7 days from $ 4397 per person – with optional extra nights

A safari by road and air combining some of Africa’s best wildlife areas where you are guaranteed to see at least 4 of “The Big 5” – elephant, lion, rhino and buffalo – with an excellent chance of seeing leopard (the elusive 5th member)!

8 to 12 nights from $5386 per person – with optional extra nights

This combines four of Kenya’s finest wildlife areas, staying at the award-winning Porini Safari Camps in Amboseli, Ol Pejeta and the Maasai Mara.

7 nights / 8 days from $6772 per person – with optional extra nights

An 8 day Kenyan safari for the discerning traveller, with a night to relax at the Tribe Hotel before setting off to visit three of Kenya’s most prolific wildlife reserves, Amboseli National Park , Samburu Reserve and the Masai Mara Reserve .

10 nights / 11 days from $6028 per person – with optional extra nights

This fly-in safari visits some of Kenya’s finest game parks and reserves. Starting in  Nairobi National Park  it continues to Ol Pejeta Conservancy  – renowned for its projects to support endangered species. The safari then visits two varied and award-winning Conservancies in the Masai Mara – Ol Kinyei and Olare Motorogi Conservancy

12 nights / 13 days from $7360 per person – with optional extra nights

This longer safari gives you an in depth experience of Kenya and combines the unique Nairobi National Park , Selenkay Conservancy and Amboseli National Park , Ol Pejeta Conservancy in the foothills of Mt Kenya, the award-winning Ol Kinyei and Olare Motorogi Conservancies in the Masai Mara as well as the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve .

• Planning Your Safari
• Porini Safari Tours
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• Nairobi Tented Camp
• Selenkay Adventure Camp
• Ol Kinyei Adventure Camp
• Porini Amboseli Camp
• Porini Rhino Camp
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• Porini Lion Camp
• Porini Giraffe Camp
• Porini Ol Kinyei Safari Cottages
• Porini Bush Camp
• Porini Cheetah Camp
• Rhino River Camp
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• Amboseli & Selenkay Camps
• Masai Mara Camps & Lodges
• Ol Pejeta Conservancy
• Chyulu Hills Camps & Lodges
• Laikipia Camps & Lodges
• Lake Naivasha Camps & Lodges
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• Lake Victoria Lodges
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• Meru Camps & Lodges
• Mount Kenya
• Namunyak Safari Camps
• Nguruman Lodges
• Samburu Camps & Lodges
• Tsavo Camps & Lodges
• Maasai Mara Reserve & Conservancies
• Ol Kinyei Conservancy, Maasai Mara
• Olare Motorogi Conservancy, Masai Mara
• Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Masai Mara
• Mara Ripoi Conservancy, Maasai Mara
• Amboseli & Selenkay
• Lake Nakuru
• Samburu Reserve
• Lewa Downs Conservancy
• Tsavo National Park
• Meru National Park
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