Mahlatini Travel Blog

Real animals….Real lives…In Real Time. This Sunday the BBC will be screening the first in an 8 part series which is tipped to be the most ambitious live wildlife series ever undertaken.  The show entitled Planet Earth Live will be … Continue reading →

When many of us hear the term ‘safari’ it evokes images of a bygone era where decadence, exploration and adventure were the spirit of the day.  Over 100 years ago safaris began with European naturalists and explorers on exploratory travels throughout … Continue reading →

As you are bound to have heard Prince William and Kate Middleton recently became engaged whilst on holiday in Kenya in October. We thought we would take this opportunity to tell you a little bit more about the area which … Continue reading →

The yearly migration has arrived in Kenya with the first zebras and wildebeest entering the Masai Mara. The fore-runners arrived a little earlier than usual but millions more are expected to arrive behind them. Familiar noisy grunts fill the air … Continue reading →

Over at Governor’s Camp in Kenya, work has been ongoing in upgrading the camp’s accommodation. Four fantastic new family tents have been opened and they can accommodate up to 2 adults and 3 children. Families staying at Governors enjoy game … Continue reading →

Construction of this new luxury tented camp began this month and is due to open on the 15th of December 2010. Elementaita Serena Camp will offer a blend of exclusivity and adventure. The camp will include 25 luxury tents and … Continue reading →

“Here at Sosian we are experiencing a normal Laikipia dry season which happens every year. Laikipia is a semi arid area at the best of times, and it is only through good land management that it can support the large … Continue reading →

“Game viewing is currently excellent, particularly elephant, lion, giraffe and buffalo. Despite the April and May rains being very poor these species and others do not seem to be struggling here as there is plenty of water and fodder. All … Continue reading →

I can’t stress how wonderful it was to be in Joys Camp watching buffalo, elephants, Grevy zebra and waterbuck at the water hole in front of camp. I truly believe that no other camp / Lodge in Kenya is able … Continue reading →