In recent years, the word “luxury” in travel has started to shift. For many, it’s no longer about marble bathrooms or curated excess. It’s about presence. Stillness. Connection. It looks like a quiet sunrise over an untouched savannah. It feels like a fire-side conversation with a local elder. It sounds like silence — real silence —…
The Illusion of Neutrality I remember the first time I heard the term “carbon-neutral safari.” It was in a glossy brochure, nestled between images of lions and solar panels, promising guilt-free luxury. My heart leapt — really? But as I dug deeper, that hope flutter turned to frustration. Carbon neutrality, I realised, was being sold…
We’re Thrilled to Announce: Winner of the Kenya Tourism Award 2024 for Best Tented Safari Camp! We are absolutely thrilled to share some incredible news with you—our camp has been honored with the Kenya Tourism Award 2024 for Best Tented Safari Camp! First, we’d like to apologize for the delay in sharing this exciting update. The…
As we celebrate our nomination for the Kenya Tourism Awards 2024 in the Tented Safari Camp category (@kenyatourismawards) , we reflect on what an extraordinary year 2024 has been for Enkopiro. This recognition is a testament not only to our hard work but also to the enduring passion and dedication that have driven us throughout…
Enkopiro’s “One Tourist, One Tree” Campaign In October 2024, the Kenya Tourism Board launched the “One Tourist, One Tree” initiative, and we at Enkopiro couldn’t be more excited to be a part of this important environmental effort! As a destination that values sustainability and the natural beauty of Kenya, we are inviting all of…
A Vision for the Future: “Enkopiro is more than a safari lodge; it’s a pioneering force for change in Kenya’s tourism sector. With its unwavering commitment to conservation, community, and sustainability, Enkopiro sets a new standard for luxury eco-tourism. By offering guests not just a journey into the wild but an opportunity to make a…
A project to raise awareness for Conservation, Sustainability and Community Empowerment. First I would like to extend an appreciation word to my friend Veronique from Boheme SG to trust on Enkopiro and me for this fascinating project. Fashion Frontier Project exemplifies our vision uniting six fashion designers from Singapore to promote sustainability, responsible tourism, and…
Enkopiro Receives TripAdvisor Award: A Testament to Excellence! ?✨ I am delighted to share that Enkopiro has been honoured with a prestigious TripAdvisor award, positioning us within the top 10% worldwide! This remarkable achievement reflects our commitment to excellence. To our esteemed guests: Your patronage and feedback have been instrumental in our journey. We extend…
In the midst of the recent rains and floods that have affected Kenya and the East Africa due to El Niño phenomena, we are saddened to share that Masai Mara has also suffered the consequences of the force of the water, when on May 2nd the Talek River burst its banks causing extensive damage to…
We started dreaming to have a school for the community, we started believing it and we have finally achieve it. We have a new School! Welcome to Olchoro Lemayian Primary School We will always remember the date 15th January 2024. That was the day the classes started at the new Olchoro Lemayian Primary School.…
Starting January 4th, the Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) system replaces the eVisa system for Kenya. All visitors, including children and infants, have to obtain the approved eTA before embarking on their journey to the Republic of Kenya using the online form via http://www.etakenya.go.ke prior to their arrival. Please be advised of the below requirements for…
We couldn’t be happier and prouder that Travel 2 Care People and Planet dedicated this article to us highlighting our sustainable practices at Enkopiro Camp and on our safaris in the Masai Mara. Here you can find details of our experiences, projects with the Maasai community and much more. Thank you for giving us the…
There are moments when one feels the need to express gratitude, and today is one of those days. As we mark the launch of our new website, three years after our humble beginnings, we don’t want to miss the chance to thank everyone who has been part of our journey. Please forgive us for not…
In December 2020, the RTVE “Spaniards in the World” team paid us a very special visit. The TV program, which came live in May 2021, shows us not only the Camp, but also conveys our philosophy of sharing with the Maasai community and offers great images of the Masai Mara National Reserve.
In January 2023, the article “Breakfast with elephants in Kenya” was published in El Periódico de Cataluña. The article is signed by Nani Arenas and was published in the “Destinations” supplement of the aforementioned newspaper. “Masai Mara, the largest protected reserve in Kenya and one of the best Kenyan parks in Africa, allows you to…
In January 2022 we shared Enkopiro with a guest of honor, Nani Arenas. Nani is a journalist specialized in travel and tourism with more than 20 years of experience. She has been included in thelist of the 150 most influential in Tourism in Spain in 2021, 2022 and 2023 and is the author of the…
