The Original Ker & Downey Safaris

Name: The Original Ker & Downey Safaris
Address: P. O. Box 86/, Nairobi, 00502, KE
Telephone: +254724252606

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LEADING THE WAY FOR 70 YEARS -Since 1946, Ker & Downey has been leading safaris across eastern and southern Africa.

LEADING THE WAY FOR 70 YEARS

Since 1946, Ker & Downey has been leading safaris across eastern and southern Africa, connecting thousands of discerning travellers with the world’s most fabled wilderness. With a peerless guiding pedigree, an exceptional travel network, and a proud history of supporting local communities and conservation, Ker & Downey continues to bring unimaginable luxury to the wildest corners left on Earth.

21/09/2026

The Art of Slowing Down in the Wild

There’s a quiet magic in the bush that stays with you forever—waking up to river views with a fresh cup of coffee, tracking leopards through golden grass, dining along the water’s edge as elephants cross in the distance, and ending the day around a crackling campfire under a blanket of stars.

At The Original Ker & Downey, we curate private safari experiences that blend untamed wilderness with timeless comfort.

Start your journey. Visit our website to explore our signature mobile safari experiences and begin planning your custom expedition.
www.kerdowneysafaris.com
Plan your expedition: [email protected]

🎥 Video by: Hannah Geddes & Finlay Marrian
🤝 Safari with: Everwild Africa | Private African Safaris
📍 Location: East Africa

16/09/2026

Living Canvas of the Omo Valley

Intricate body art is a powerful form of expression, identity, and heritage. Painted with natural pigments, these patterns on the legs of a Mursi man in Ethiopia’s Omo Valley tell a story deeply rooted in tradition and connection to the land.

The Original Ker & Downey curates immersive, respectful cultural expeditions across Africa, connecting travelers with the continent’s rich human tapestry.

Discover extraordinary cultural journeys. Visit our website to explore our bespoke African itineraries.

www.kerdowneysafaris.com

📷 Photo by: Finlay Marrian
🤝 Safari with: Everwild Africa | Private African Safaris
📍 Location: Omo Valley, Ethiopia
Plan your expedition: [email protected]

AfricanCultur

14/09/2026

Uganda: The Pulse of the Primate Capital

Uganda is a vibrant sanctuary where the dense rainforest meets the sweeping savannah, creating a haven for some of the world’s most remarkable wildlife. Beyond the mist-shrouded heights of Bwindi, where the mountain gorillas reside, the plains of Queen Elizabeth National Park and Murchison Falls teem with life—from tree-climbing lions to the elusive shoebill stork. It is a destination that offers an incredibly diverse and intimate encounter with the natural world.

Celebrating 80 years as the world’s longest-operating safari company, The Original Ker & Downey provides unparalleled expertise in navigating these verdant landscapes. Since 1946, our history has been woven into the very fabric of the African wilderness, allowing us to offer a depth of knowledge and an intimacy of experience that only eight decades of pioneering can provide. Our deep connection to the region ensures that every encounter is immersive, respectful, and guided by a legacy of professional excellence.

Experience the diversity of the wild. Visit our website to explore our Uganda destination guides and begin planning your bespoke 2026/2027 trekking expedition.

Edited by George Mollel Photo ©

www.kerdowneysafaris.com
Plan your expedition: [email protected]

04/09/2026

Refining the Ultimate Private Safari Experience

With a busy holiday season around the corner, preparations are well underway for our upcoming safaris. We have been continuously refining our private mobile camping experience combining thrilling wildlife encounters in open 4x4s with refined, canvas-tent luxury and memorable bush gatherings under wide-open skies.

At The Original Ker & Downey, every detail is carefully curated to offer an authentic, elevated expedition into Africa’s most pristine wilderness areas.

Your wild escape awaits. Visit our website to explore our private mobile camping setups and begin planning your custom safari.

Email: [email protected]
www.kerdowneysafaris.com
📸: Melesi Safaris

03/09/2026

Tanzania Unforgettable: The Thrill of Kogatende & The Mara River

From sweeping savannahs and majestic wildlife to deep cultural roots, Tanzania offers a safari experience like no other. But nothing compares to the raw adrenaline of the Northern Serengeti around Kogatende.

Here, along the banks of the treacherous Mara River, thousands of wildebeest and zebras gather, facing towering currents and lurking predators in a thrilling struggle for survival. It is the heart of the Great Migration—an unforgettable, front-row seat to nature’s most iconic spectacle.

At The Original Ker & Downey, we curate private, luxury expeditions that put you in the right place at the right time to witness these extraordinary moments.

Witness the spectacle. Visit our website to explore our signature Serengeti itineraries and start planning your custom migration safari.

www.kerdowneysafaris.com
Plan your expedition: [email protected]

📍 Location: Kogatende, Northern Serengeti, Tanzania
Edited by George Mollel Photo ©

01/09/2026

An Unforgettable Evening on the Mara Riverbed

As the sun begins to set over the wilderness, the magic of the African bush comes alive. Nestled directly on the sandy banks of the Mara River beneath a canopy of ancient trees, our team sets the scene for an exclusive, intimate dining experience—complete with craft sundowners, fine wine, glowing lanterns, and a warm fire pit.

At “The Original” Ker & Downey, we turn untouched nature into your personal dining room, combining raw wilderness with timeless safari luxury.

Take your seat in the wild. Visit our website to explore our signature camp experiences and start planning your bespoke safari.

www.kerdowneysafaris.com
Plan your expedition: [email protected]

28/08/2026

Mozambique: A Natural Paradise Beyond the Horizon

From calm golden sunsets over quiet waters to breaching humpback whales, gliding manta rays, and historic coastal sanctuaries, Mozambique is the ultimate untouched African paradise. Where rich heritage meets crystal-clear ocean waters, this is East Africa’s coastline at its most enchanting.

The Original Ker & Downey crafts private, seamless journeys combining unforgettable bush safaris with extraordinary ocean escapes.

Discover the untouched. Visit our website to explore our signature coastal itineraries and begin planning your private expedition.

www.kerdowneysafaris.com
📍 Location: Mozambique

Plan your expedition: [email protected]

26/08/2026

Behind the Scenes: Crafting Your Haven in the Wild

Long before you return from your morning game drive, our dedicated team is hard at work behind the scenes. From meticulously setting the dining table with fresh florals to preparing fresh, gourmet dishes and crafting refreshing drinks at the bar, every single detail is tailored to welcome you back in effortless luxury.

At The Original Ker & Downey, our crew is the heart of every expedition ensuring that even in the most remote corners of the wilderness, you feel completely at home.
Your table in the wild is set. Visit our website to explore our signature mobile camp experiences and start planning your custom safari.

www.kerdowneysafaris.com
Plan your expedition: [email protected]

📸 Everwild Africa | Private African Safaris

21/08/2026

For decades, the eastern black rhino (Diceros bicornis michaeli) was the only rhino species found in the Ngorongoro Crater. Native to East Africa, these critically endangered browsers are known for their hooked lips, prehensile muzzles, and solitary nature. Heavy protection from anti-poaching units kept the Crater’s small black rhino population surviving and monitored on the crater floor.

The presence of southern white rhinos (Ceratotherium simum simum) in Ngorongoro is a major landmark in conservation:

1) Historical Native Status: Southern white rhinos are not naturally native to East Africa. While extinct prehistoric white rhino ancestors (Ceratotherium praecox) existed in East Africa millions of years ago, modern southern white rhinos historically inhabited Southern Africa.

2) The 2025–2026 Translocation: In March 2025, 18 southern white rhinos were brought from South Africa to Tanzania as part of an assisted colonization initiative. After spending time in secure acclimation bomas, they were officially released into the Ngorongoro Crater floor in 2026.

3)Why Ngorongoro Was Chosen: The Crater’s 600-meter caldera walls create a naturally enclosed, highly secure environment with expansive grasslands and year-round water—making it ideal for establishing a new breeding herd away from poaching pressures in Southern Africa.

4)Ecological Coexistence: White rhinos are grazers with wide, square lips designed to eat short grass, whereas black rhinos are browsers that eat shrubs and bushes. Because their diets differ, both species thrive together in the Crater without competing for the same food sources.

The Original Ker & Downey brings you to the forefront of Africa’s most remarkable wildlife chapters, where legendary landscapes meet uncompromised luxury and deep conservation heritage.

Witness history in the making. Visit our website to explore our signature Tanzanian itineraries and start planning your bespoke expedition.

www.kerdowneysafaris.com
[email protected]

🎥 Video by: George Mollel Photo ©
📍 Location: Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania

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