Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps

18/06/2026

🌍 We’re proud to share that Gamewatchers Safaris & Porini Camps has been nominated for the 𝐀𝐓𝐓𝐀® 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝

This award recognises organisations that deliver ethical wildlife experiences, respect animal welfare, educate travellers, and make a meaningful contribution to wildlife conservation and habitat protection.

Since establishing Selenkay Conservancy in 1997—the first community-owned conservancy in Kenya created through a partnership between a conservation-focused safari company and local landowners—we have believed that tourism should directly benefit wildlife, local communities and the landscapes they share.

Today, that same philosophy continues across the conservancies where we operate, supporting habitat protection, community livelihoods and exceptional safari experiences that put conservation first.

Being recognised alongside others committed to responsible tourism is an honour, and we thank our guests, partners, dedicated teams and the local communities who make this work possible every day.

Photo by Misha Martin

16/06/2026

🌊 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐚 𝐃𝐚𝐲 | 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐚𝐫𝐢: 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚’𝐬 𝐖𝐢𝐥𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐬𝐭 🐢

Kenya’s safari story doesn’t stop at the savannah.

Beyond the Maasai Mara and Amboseli lies another wild world—where the Indian Ocean meets coral reefs, white sands, and ancient sea turtles gliding through turquoise waters.

From dolphins to green and hawksbill turtles, Kenya’s coast is just as alive as its plains—just moving to a different rhythm.

From bush to beach, savannah to sea—this is one journey, two wild worlds.

Read more: https://www.porini.com/from-safari-to-sea-discover-kenyas-wild-coast-this-world-sea-turtle-day/

Kenya's wildlife story does not end on the savannah...But beyond the grasslands lies another extraordinary wilderness waiting to be discovered.

15/06/2026

🌍 𝐕𝐨𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐏𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐢 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐚 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩 | 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐯𝐞𝐥 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬

We’re calling on our friends, guests, and safari lovers to help us once again shine a light on Porini Mara Camp in the World Travel Awards.

Set in the heart of the Maasai Mara ecosystem, Porini Mara Camp, Maasai Mara, Kenya. is built on a simple promise — low-impact, authentic safari experiences that support conservation and local communities while offering unforgettable wildlife encounters.

If you’ve ever experienced the magic of Porini Mara Camp, or believe in responsible tourism that protects wild spaces for future generations, we would truly appreciate your vote.

🗳️ Your vote helps us continue supporting conservation, community partnerships, and meaningful safari experiences in Kenya.

Vote here: https://www.worldtravelawards.com/vote-for-porini-mara-camp-2026

Thank you for being part of this journey with us.

14/06/2026

𝐒𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤

This week's highlights took us from the riverbanks of Meru to the open plains of Ol Kinyei, with some memorable wildlife encounters along the way.

🦛 A pod of hippos was spotted enjoying a peaceful daytime rest in Meru National Park, piled together in classic hippo fashion.

🦏 Meru also delivered excellent rhino sightings, a reminder of the park's importance as a sanctuary for these remarkable animals.

🦁 In Ol Kinyei Conservancy, Lembalang of the Sampu Enkare Breakaway Pride was seen looking in excellent condition as he patrolled his territory.

🐘 One of the most heartwarming moments of the week was a young elephant calf suckling from its mother, staying close to the herd as they moved through the conservancy.

🦁 We also spent time with the Sampu Enkare Breakaway Pride, whose members were relaxed and providing fantastic viewing opportunities.

Which sighting would make your safari highlight of the week?

🐾 Until next week — may your binoculars stay focused and your camera batteries charged!

11/06/2026

| 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

At Gamewatchers Safaris, sustainability is about more than protecting wildlife and landscapes — it’s also about investing in the wellbeing and opportunities of the communities that share these spaces.

Recently, through a partnership with Padmad Kenya, Wildlife Habitat Trust and the generous support of Minal Shah, we supported menstrual health outreach at Lenkisem Secondary School and Olanti Primary School. Together, the initiative reached *311 students* and distributed *186 reusable menstrual kits*, helping improve access to menstrual health support and education.

Access to menstrual products should never be a barrier to education, confidence, or participation in everyday life. By supporting practical, long-term solutions, we hope to contribute towards creating environments where girls can continue learning and pursuing their goals with dignity.

Thank you to all partners involved in making initiatives like this possible. Small actions, working together, can create meaningful and lasting change.

10/06/2026

It's peak season, and everyone on safari chooses the Mara for the migration. But if you're looking for a more private experience — a safari away from the crowds — a stay at Rhino River Camp gives you access to the remarkable landscapes and wildlife of Meru National Park, one of Kenya's best-kept safari secrets.

Explore a wilderness of rivers, forests and open plains while searching for elephants, rhino, lions, leopards, giraffes and more. Then return to the comfort and tranquillity of Rhino River Camp, where nature is right on your doorstep.

Discover why Meru National Park deserves a place on every safari bucket list.

📍 Rhino River Camp, KWS Meru National Park

Email us today at [email protected]

Video by Sacha & Céline

08/06/2026

:Voting for the World Travel Awards is still open, and we'd be honoured to have your support as Kenya's Leading Tour Operator 2026.

Every vote helps us continue delivering authentic safari experiences that support conservation, local communities, and wildlife protection across Kenya.

If you haven't voted yet, there's still time. Thank you to everyone who has already cast their vote ,we truly appreciate your support.

Vote here:

https://www.worldtravelawards.com/vote-for-gamewatchers-safaris-2026

Thank you 🙏

05/06/2026

🌍 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

On World Environment Day, we are reminded that protecting nature is one of the most effective ways to address the environmental challenges facing our planet.

Across Kenya’s wildlife conservancies, community-led conservation is helping to safeguard vast landscapes of grasslands, woodlands, and critical wildlife habitats. These natural ecosystems do far more than support biodiversity — they also act as important carbon sinks, absorbing and storing carbon while helping to maintain healthy, resilient environments.

At Porini Camps, we believe that conservation works best when people and nature thrive together. Through responsible tourism, local communities receive direct benefits from protecting their land and wildlife, creating sustainable livelihoods while preserving ecosystems for future generations.

Every guest who chooses a conservancy safari contributes to a model that supports habitat protection, wildlife conservation, community empowerment, and climate resilience.

This World Environment Day, we celebrate the power of partnership — between communities, conservationists, travellers, and the natural world. Together, we can help protect the landscapes that sustain wildlife, support livelihoods, and inspire future generations.

04/06/2026

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Sustainability at Porini Camps is about protecting wild spaces while supporting the communities who live alongside them. Through low-impact safari tourism, we help ensure wildlife habitats remain intact while creating meaningful local benefits.

Every guest stay contributes to conservation efforts that keep Kenya’s ecosystems thriving — from open savannahs to vital migration corridors.

Responsible travel isn’t a trend here; it’s the foundation of how we operate.

Photo by whereisthisofficial

03/06/2026

: What makes Selenkay Conservancy so important?

Join Selenkay Conservancy Manager Daniel Mamai as he introduces this remarkable community-owned conservancy and explains its significance for the Maasai community, wildlife, and the wider Amboseli ecosystem.

Established in 1997, Selenkay was one of Kenya’s pioneering conservancies, helping to demonstrate how conservation and community livelihoods can work hand in hand. The model developed here has since inspired conservancies across the country.

In recognition of its impact, Selenkay Conservancy was named the World’s Leading Conservation Programme in 2025.

Watch the video to learn more about the history, achievements, and ongoing importance of this award-winning conservancy.

🎥 Filmed by Sacha & Céline.