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Kenya

Porini Cottages | New Luxury Safari Lodge in Masai Mara

EXCLUSIVE! Get a sneak peak into the brand new Porini Cottages. Traveltomtom was honored to be the first guest ever of this exclusive safari lodge in the Ol Kinyei Conservancy located in Masai Mara. Very recently Porini Cottages was added to the Porini Camps family and in this blog you will read all about my experiences staying in the Porini Cottages private luxury safari lodge in the Masai Mara.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 03 August 2023
  • maasai mara
  • kenya
  • porini camps
  • masai mara

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7 Reasons to stay at Elewana Tortilis Camp Amboseli

An exclusive safari experience in a 30.000-hectare private wildlife conservancy part of the Amboseli ecosystem, how does that sound? The Amboseli ecosystem is known for its magnificent views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the large elephant population.

In this blog I am excited to share with you 7 reasons why a stay at Elewana’s Tortilis Camp Amboseli has to be on your bucket list when you travel to Kenya.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 09 December 2023
  • safari
  • africa
  • kim paffen
  • kenya
  • east africa
  • wildlife
  • elewana collection

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EcoTraining Field Guide Course in the Maasai Mara

The best way to experience Africa’s nature and wildlife!

Are you looking for an exciting and educational wildlife experience in Africa that differs from an ‘ordinary’ safari trip to Africa? Consider a wildlife course! A wildlife course or safari guide training is especially interesting for those who love being in nature and wish to experience a wildlife adventure that includes learning about the natural environment and animals’ behavior - with the chance of obtaining an official FGASA qualification from the Field Guide Association of Southern Africa.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 25 October 2023
  • safari
  • maasai mara
  • africa
  • kim paffen
  • safari quotes
  • kenya
  • Nairobi
  • east africa
  • wildlife
  • conservation

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House in the Wild Kenya | Boutique Lodge in the Maasai Mara

Lately I had the privilege of staying at a private family-owned boutique lodge named 'House in the Wild'. Located in the Enonkishu Conservancy, a beautiful remote location in the Greater Mara ecosystem with an incredible wildlife experience.

The House in the Wild Lodge is a mix of luxury, comfort, warm hospitality, good food and stunning nature. It felt like a home away from home where I didn't want to leave after a 4-night stay.

Kenya is without a doubt one of the most incredible wildlife and safari destinations in the entire world. Staying in safari-style (luxury) eco-lodges in the conservancies around the Maasai Mara National Reserve is in my opinion one of the best options to experience a safari of a lifetime.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 25 January 2025
  • safari
  • maasai mara
  • kim paffen
  • kenya

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Buying a Sim Card at Nairobi Airport in 2024

Planning your trip to Kenya and flying to Nairobi and wondering if you can buy a prepaid sim card on arrival at Nairobi Airport? Don’t waste money on high roaming charges or rely on slow overseas data roaming plans. This is a complete guide with everything you need to know before buying a prepaid sim card for Kenya on arrival at Nairobi Airport. 

Find out where to buy a prepaid sim card at Nairobi Airport, the best e-sim cards for Kenya, up to date prices as per June 2024, my recommendation, a vlog about my experiences on arrival at Nairobi Airport, information about international sim cards and more.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 01 June 2024
  • kenya
  • Nairobi

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Serena Sweetwaters | Safari from the Comfort of Your Room

Serene Sweetwaters was my first introduction to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy. On arrival I was ordered to sit down and got served a welcome drink while I was filling out some papers. Sitting in the lobby, looking out of the big window I spotted a big waterhole right in front of the main building with some impala’s around.

"You can see rhinos here all day", said the assistant manager of the hotel who was checking me in! He clearly wasn’t lying because when I was assisted to my room we saw two rhinos in the distance. It was a warm welcome to the Serena Sweetwaters Tented Camp.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 22 June 2021
  • kenya
  • ol pejeta
  • serena hotels

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Porini Rhino Camp | Sustainably Off The Beaten Path in Ol Pejeta

After staying for almost a week in the West side of the Ol Pejeta conservancy I went to explore the East side of the park and checked in to the Porini Rhino Camp. From the West entrance you have to drive all the way through the park to get to the Porini Rhino Camp which is perfect as you will be game driving all the way. In my case I was lucky to see loads of buffalos and elephants. But surely the Porini Rhino Camp is off the beaten path in Ol Pejeta.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 19 June 2021
  • safari
  • kenya
  • ol pejeta
  • porini camps

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Visit The RAREST Animal in the World | Ol Pejeta Conservancy 🦏

 

It saddens me deeply that due to human greed the Northern White Rhino is functionally extinct. Luckily, two of these amazing creatures are still alive and I got a chance to meet them in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya and get up close and personal with them. One of the most unique travel experiences that actually hit me right in my heart!

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 16 June 2021
  • kenya
  • ol pejeta

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Helping out at The Micah Project in Turi, Kenya

If you are looking to give back when traveling to Kenya I have found an amazing project for you. Somewhere up in a little village en route to Lake Nakuru you will find an amazing lady that started a simple but amazing project giving local kids a small incentive to come to school: a cup of of porridge.

It sounds so simple, but the free cup of porridge The Micah Project is handing out every morning is super effective for these poor little kids. Some of them suffer from malnutrition and this is their only meal of the day. It is one of the main reasons why some of these kids make their way to school every morning.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 31 January 2022
  • kenya
  • volunteering

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How To Buy a Prepaid Sim Card in Kenya in 2024

Already day dreaming about the gorgeous Kenyan beaches, the Great Rift Valley, wildlife, safari or may be meeting the Maasai Mara tribe? I am sure you are excited planning your trip to Kenya. But don't let high roaming charges or slow overseas data plans ruin your trip. This is a complete guide with everything you need to know before buying a prepaid sim card in Kenya.

Let me help you find the best sim card for your trip to Kenya in 2024.

Find out where to buy a prepaid sim card, the best 4G/5G network in Kenya, up to date prices as per November 2024, a vlog about my experiences, my recommendation and of course info about eSIMs for Kenya.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 19 November 2024
  • kenya
  • Nairobi
  • mombasa
  • kisumu

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How To Get Around in Kenya

If you are traveling to Kenya an looking for ways to get around then I have the best article for you. I will explain you all the modes of public transport in Kenya from trains to bikes and give you multiple Kenya travel tips along the way.

Kenya isn’t really a budget travel destination, but that does not mean you can’t travel to Kenya on a budget. Where there is a will there is a way… but must say you will have to invest some time and energy. The adventure though you will experience in return is unbeatable!

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 28 May 2023
  • kenya
  • Nairobi
  • Mombassa

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33 Things to Know Before Traveling to Kenya

Kenya is undoubtedly one of the most magical and achingly beautiful countries in the world thanks to its diverse landscapes, a spectacular variety of wild animals, pristine beaches, fantastic hiking trails, friendly people and of course world-class safari opportunities. 

Yes! I definitely recommending you to visit Kenya! But I also know how challenging it is visiting a new country. Therefore I wrote this guide for visiting Kenya with all my travel tips and things to know before you go.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 11 October 2023
  • safari
  • africa
  • kenya
  • Nairobi
  • Mombassa

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23 Best Things To Do In Kenya Beyond Safari

Kenya is not only the ultimate safari destination, there is so much more. Thanks to an incredible array of stunning scenery, interesting cultural heritage, beautiful beaches and some of the friendliest people, there are loads of amazing things to do in Kenya on top of spotting the most spectacular wildlife.

And the best thing is that all these Kenya tourist attractions can be visited at very affordable prices. You just need to be a little creative so therefore I recommend you reading this Kenya travel blog.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 09 February 2025
  • kenya
  • Mt. Kenya National Park
  • Nairobi
  • Mombassa

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The Ultimate Kenya Itinerary for 10 days

Kenya is a beauty to behold and this makes it a top tourist destination in Africa. Aside from its scenic landscapes, stunning beaches and a playground for the most amazing wildlife, the people of Kenya are very welcoming to tourists. Are you planning a trip to Kenya to see the diverse wildlife reserves, the panoramic geography and want to experience their rich culture but only have 10 days to visit Kenya? 

Then this is your ultimate Kenya itinerary for 10 days. In a little more than 1 week I will bring you to some off the beaten path tourist destinations in Kenya, but of course also show you the Kenya top sights.

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Parent Category: Africa
Category: Kenya
Last Updated: 14 June 2023
  • maasai mara
  • kenya
  • Wasini Islands
  • Amboseli National Park
  • Rift Valley
  • Marsabit National Park
  • Lake Turkana
  • Matthews Range
  • Samburu National Park
  • Mt. Kenya National Park
  • Aberdares National Park
  • Nairobi
  • Mombassa

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 traveltomtom about

Nice to meet you! I am Tom an avid adventure traveler from The Netherlands continuously traveling the world since 2012, living a full time nomadic life and visited about 160 countries around the world. I got infected with the travel bug back in 2008 when I did my first trip around the world. Now my continuous trip is already more than 4,599 days. Yes, that is more than 12 years of exploring, not living abroad, but the real deal: continuously traveling!

My passion to inspire and help other travelers to travel the world turned into a lifestyle. When I started this travel blog I never though it would give me the freedom to travel the world, whenever and wherever. So what started as a passion ended up in a dream coming true...

I am also super grateful to have an amazing Traveltomtom community supporting me on social media. The Traveltomtom channels reach far over 2 million followers with 1.6 Million on TikTok and 735K on Instagram.

After visiting 100 countries by the end of 2019 I felt inspired to visit every country in the world. However, along the way I found out it is not my thing to turn traveling into a challenge. I travel because it is my passion. I travel to learn, to become a better person and to feel alive and live in the moment. For me life is about chasing happiness, not goals!

Traveltomtom also host group trips! Interested to join me on one of my trips? Check out my Traveltomtom Group Trip page for one of the exciting upcoming group trips.

Traveling makes me a better person with ever day I am on the road. And to all adventurers: don't waste time, live now!

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