More Than The Migration

by Michael Abrahams

On my recent trip to Kenya with my wife Kelsey, we watched 'One Ton', one of the last great tuskers, move gracefully despite the weight of his gargantuan tusks—up to 150 pounds apiece. 

Just moments before, I walked through a tunnel of dried wood which camouflaged ol Donyo’s sunken hide. This hide provides a spectacular ground-level vantage to the game that frequents a permanent waterhole. Thanks to the camera gear available onsite, including a NatGeo-style lens, I was able to capture these close encounters like a professional.

ol Donyo acts as a sanctuary located on the edge of Chyulu Hills National Park with Mount Kilimanjaro as a backdrop. The vibe is quintessential safari enhanced by private plunge pools, elevated gastronomy, and the chance to sleep under the canopy of stars.
 
In my role as VP of Sales, I have been fortunate to have experienced a range of safari activities and know firsthand that game-viewing is not one size fits all. On our recent trip, we were able to view wildlife from traditional open-air vehicles, on horseback, and hiking with an expert guide.

Learning about local culture plays an important role when I travel. I was thrilled to meet Maasai warriors who made a fire from scratch appear easy and meet the brave individuals behind an innovative bloodhound anti-poaching unit.

We were also excited to visit a thriving giraffe sanctuary (a bucket list item for both of us!). Whether you dream of witnessing mega herds, feeding a giraffe, or climbing Mount Kilimanjaro, let us help you check items off your bucket list.