Just off the north-east coast of Tanzania, Mnemba Island is a private island surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Zanzibar Archipelago and its encircling coral reef. The atmosphere is quiet and exclusive, with powder-soft sand, rustling palms and little beyond the sound of waves and traditional fishing boats in the distance. Renowned for its clear waters and vibrant marine life, the island offers exceptional snorkelling and diving, where dolphins, green sea turtles and shoals of reef fish are frequently seen, along with occasional rays and reef sharks. Days unfold slowly between barefoot beach walks, dhow cruises and ocean swims. While access is limited and accommodation is intentionally understated in scale, the island’s appeal lies in its seclusion, natural beauty and unhurried coastal atmosphere.
Bordering the Masai Mara National Reserve to the southwest, the Olare Orok Conservancy to the west and the Ol Kinyei Conservancy to the east, the Mara Naboisho Conservancy is comprised of over 50 000 hectares of unspoilt wilderness in Kenya’s Greater Mara Region. The area is renowned for its bountiful biodiversity and breathtaking natural beauty with a wide range of wildlife on offer including lion, cheetah, elephant, giraffe, wild dog, and a host of plains game. Visitors can look forward to guided walking safaris, spending the night in a transient fly camp, heading out on a night game drive in search of elusive nocturnal creatures, joining the Mara Naboisho Lion Project as they track lions across the conservancy, or visiting Maasai villages to learn about the fascinating indigenous culture.
Situated in southwestern Kenya, the Masai Mara encompasses the celebrated national reserve and its surrounding community conservancies, forming part of the Greater Serengeti–Mara ecosystem. Rolling savannahs, dotted with acacia trees and crossed by the Mara River, create a rich and varied landscape. Vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope graze across the plains, while elephants, giraffes, and buffalo roam freely. The river’s lush banks support hippos and crocodiles and sustain wildlife throughout the dry season. Predators are abundant, with lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas regularly seen in action. Each year, the spectacular Great Migration transforms the region, as millions of wildebeest and zebra traverse the plains. Visitors can soak up the breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and Maasai cultural heritage in one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations.
