Offbeat Safaris

Offbeat Safaris Established in 1989. Designing Adventures, Defining Memories. We own and manage several safari properties in Kenya and also our famous horse riding safaris.

A luxury Kenyan collection, enhanced by seamless East African itineraries - crafted and refined by Offbeat Journeys - together with exceptional riding safari experiences. All our boutique, individual properties are amongst the most exclusive in Kenya - with maximum of 7 rooms at each. We have the following properties:

Offbeat Mara Camp - 7 tents in the world famous Masai Mara
Sosian - 7 rooms on

a private Laikipia game ranch
Ekorian’s Mugie Camp - 6 tents in Mugie Conservancy, Laikipia
Offbeat Ndoto - our NEW camp with just 4 tents in Mara North Conservancy

Offbeat Riding Safaris - adrenalin fuelled bespoke horse riding safaris
Deloraine - Colonial Mansion near Lake Nakuru National Park

One journey. Four extraordinary destinations. Countless unforgettable moments.Our Totally Offbeat itinerary brings toget...
18/08/2026

One journey. Four extraordinary destinations. Countless unforgettable moments.

Our Totally Offbeat itinerary brings together the very best of Kenya, combining exceptional wildlife, remarkable landscapes, and authentic hospitality in one seamless journey.

Begin in the Great Rift Valley at Deloraine House before venturing north to the wild landscapes of Laikipia, where Ekorian's Mugie Camp and Sosian Lodge offer unforgettable safari experiences. Continue to the iconic Masai Mara with a stay at Offbeat Mara, before ending your adventure on the honey-coloured beaches of Lamu at The Cabanas.

Thoughtfully designed and entirely bespoke, every Offbeat Journey is tailored to the way you want to travel, creating experiences that feel personal, seamless, and truly one of a kind.

Designing Adventures, Defining Memories.

To start planning your journey, contact our team at [email protected]

The places you'll never forget are often remembered because of the people who shared them with you.At Offbeat Mara, exce...
17/08/2026

The places you'll never forget are often remembered because of the people who shared them with you.

At Offbeat Mara, exceptional guiding is at the heart of every safari. Our guides don't simply know the Masai Mara, they have grown up here, spent decades exploring its landscapes, and understand the rhythms of its wildlife in a way that only time and experience can teach.

The sightings are unforgettable, but it's the stories, knowledge, and genuine connections our guides share that so often become the highlight of our guests' journey.

We're incredibly grateful to everyone who has taken the time to share their experience. Your words mean the world to us and to the remarkable team who make every safari so special.

To start planning your stay, contact our team at [email protected]

16/08/2026

Care is found in the smallest gestures.

A mother baboon gently grooms her young, while reinforcing one of the strongest bonds in the animal kingdom.

These quiet moments of care and connection are part of everyday life in the wild, reminding us that the most memorable safari sightings aren't always the most dramatic.

To start planning your stay, contact our team at [email protected]

Photo Credits: Ben Joel

Seven nights. Four remarkable camps. One unforgettable journey through the wild heart of Laikipia.Your adventure begins ...
15/08/2026

Seven nights. Four remarkable camps. One unforgettable journey through the wild heart of Laikipia.

Your adventure begins at Sosian Lodge, where you'll meet your horse and settle into life on the ranch before setting out across one of Kenya's most spectacular wilderness areas. For the next seven nights, horseback becomes your way of exploring, following wildlife trails through vast open plains, river valleys and ancient landscapes.

Spend a night beneath the stars at Sosian Fly Camp, where canvas tents, bush showers and dinner around the campfire capture the timeless spirit of an African safari. Continue to Suyian Soul, a beautifully simple eco camp overlooking a natural spring, where exceptional riding is complemented by fascinating botanical walks led by renowned botanist Anne Powys. The journey then leads to Laikipia Wilderness Camp, surrounded by dramatic scenery and exceptional wildlife, before returning to Sosian Lodge for the final days of your safari.

Along the way, ride amongst elephant, giraffe, zebra, buffalo and a wealth of plains game, with regular sightings of lion and leopard. If you're fortunate, you may even encounter the endangered African wild dog from horseback or catch a glimpse of Laikipia's elusive melanistic leopard, one of Africa's rarest and most remarkable wildlife sightings.

Each day brings something new, from bush breakfasts beneath acacia trees and long canters across open plains to evenings around the campfire, sundowners overlooking the wilderness, and moments of quiet luxury back at the lodge. With opportunities to enjoy walking safaris, camel rides, game drives, kayaking, swimming beneath waterfalls and simply taking in the beauty of the landscape, every day is shaped by adventure.

Designed for experienced riders, our 7 Night Laikipia Riding Safari is an extraordinary way to discover Kenya's wild places, travelling as safari pioneers once did, on horseback.

To start planning your riding safari, contact our reservations team at [email protected]

Some journeys take you to new places. Others change the way you see them.Our 10-night Cultural Adventure explores Kenya'...
13/08/2026

Some journeys take you to new places. Others change the way you see them.

Our 10-night Cultural Adventure explores Kenya's Northern Frontier and Laikipia, taking you beyond the traditional safari to discover extraordinary landscapes, rich cultures, and remarkable conservation stories.

From the rolling hills of Laikipia to the dramatic shores of Lake Turkana, travel by light aircraft and helicopter between some of Kenya's most remote and exclusive destinations. Stay in handpicked camps, meet the people who call these landscapes home, and experience a side of Kenya that few travellers have the opportunity to explore.

Thoughtfully designed and entirely bespoke, this is a journey for those seeking a deeper connection with the places they visit.

Designing Adventures, Defining Memories.

To start planning your journey, contact our team at [email protected]

Photo Credits:
Tamarind Tree
Reteti House
Koros Camp
Lengishu House

Seeing elephants is unforgettable. Watching them from a kayak is something else entirely.At Ekorian's Mugie Camp, kayaki...
12/08/2026

Seeing elephants is unforgettable. Watching them from a kayak is something else entirely.

At Ekorian's Mugie Camp, kayaking across the Mugie Dam offers a unique perspective on one of Africa's most iconic animals. From the water, you'll watch elephants drink, bathe and wander the shoreline at their own pace, creating an experience that is both peaceful and deeply memorable.

This International Elephant Day, we celebrate these extraordinary animals and the protected landscapes that allow them to thrive.

To start planning your stay, contact our team at [email protected]

Photo Credits:
Ben Joel
Silverless

Four nights for the price of three.More time in the wild, more time to settle into safari, and one extra night on us.Sta...
11/08/2026

Four nights for the price of three.

More time in the wild, more time to settle into safari, and one extra night on us.

Stay for four nights at Ekorian’s Mugie Camp, Offbeat Mara Camp or Offbeat Ndoto and enjoy your fourth night complimentary.

At Offbeat Mara Camp and Offbeat Ndoto, the offer applies during Regular, Mid and Green Seasons. At Ekorian’s, it applies during Regular and Low Seasons.

*Conservation fees are payable on all nights.

[email protected]

10/08/2026

For over two decades, the Offbeat Pride has been woven into the fabric of our safaris. Season after season, our guides have quietly followed their journey, building a deep understanding of their movements, their relationships, and the ever-changing dynamics of life in Mara North Conservancy.

This International Lion Day, we celebrate not only these iconic cats, but the privilege of witnessing their story unfold, one game drive at a time.

To start planning your safari, contact our team at [email protected]

Photo Credits:
Ben Joel

A familiar place, thoughtfully reimagined.The newly refurbished main area at Offbeat Mara Camp, designed by Nina Winkwor...
09/08/2026

A familiar place, thoughtfully reimagined.

The newly refurbished main area at Offbeat Mara Camp, designed by Nina Winkworth and ECH Interiors, brings a fresh sense of comfort and understated elegance while preserving the authenticity, warmth and character that have made the camp a favourite for more than two decades.

Every detail has been carefully considered, blending natural materials, timeless design, and the warmth of genuine safari hospitality. The result is a space that feels refreshed, yet unmistakably Offbeat.

While the camp has been beautifully refreshed, the experience remains the same: exceptional guiding, meaningful connections and unforgettable days in the heart of the Masai Mara.

We look forward to welcoming you.

To start planning your stay, contact our team at [email protected]

Photo Credit:
Teagan Cunniffe
Artwork Credit:
Annabel Pope
Interior Credit:
Nina Winkworth
Ella Carr-Hartley (ECH Interiors)

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