Latest News
Below is a round up of the recent news taking place at our lodges and on our recent trips around Africa. Ensure to follow our Social Media channels to receive the latest information as it happens.
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1 + 1 = 2 Protect: SCC’s Conservation Programme
08/07/2024
We at SCC proudly remain committed to the heart of why we created SCC more than 15 years ago –…
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New Spa Room at Manda Bay
01/07/2024
Manda Bay is going from strength to strength! Our dedicated manager, Mwezi, and her amazing team have worked tirelessly to…
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Laragai House Garden in Bloom
18/04/2024
Laragai House’s organic garden is in bloom! Guests have the chance to explore Laragai’s private gardens to see where their…
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Utamaduni Dhow Restoration Project at Manda Bay
25/03/2024
Those who are loyal patrons of Manda Bay may remember and have experienced the nostalgic charm of Manda Bay’s historic…
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2025 Property Rates: Laragai House, Manda Bay, Fuzz’s Camp
19/03/2024
We are pleased to release the 2025 Rack Rates for the properties in SCC’s portfolio: Laragai House, Manda Bay, and…
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Manda Bay Introduces Conservancy Fee to Protect Wildlife and Marine Life
28/02/2024
Beginning in January 2025, Manda Bay will introduce a Conservancy Fee of $50 per adult per night / $20 per…
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Weddings at Manda Bay
29/01/2024
Exciting news from Manda Bay! After years of hosting weddings big and small on the property with our capable team,…
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10to4 Mountain Bike Challenge Across Borana Conservancy
15/01/2024
Once one of the best-kept secrets on Africa’s adventure tourism calendar, the 10to4 Mount Kenya Mountain Bike Challenge where conservation…
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Bimbi’s Rides at Fuzz’s Camp
12/11/2023
When staying at Fuzz’s Camp on Borana Conservancy, guests have the unique chance to experience horseback riding with Bimbi Dyer’s…
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Manda Bay Featured in Harper’s Bazaar
06/11/2023
In a recent article in Harper’s Bazaar, we are proud to share that Manda Bay was featured as a resort…
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Manda Bay Wins Africa’s Leading Private Island Resort
16/10/2023
We are thrilled to announce that Manda Bay has been voted as the World Travel Awards winner of Africa’s Leading Private Island…
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New Camp for Artists Opens in the Masai Mara: Mara Pure
09/10/2023
The newly opened Mara Pure tented safari camp, founded by renowned photographer and artist Anthony Russell, aims to enhance the…
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Manda Bay Awarded “Best Boutique Island Retreat 2023 – Kenya”
27/09/2023
Manda Bay has recently been awarded the honour of “Best Boutique Island Retreat 2023 – Kenya” by the prestigious MEA…
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Wild Island Yoga Retreat at Manda Bay
11/09/2023
Next Month, October 2023, Manda Bay will play host to a Wild Island Yoga Retreat by Laura Bunting. Each day…
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SCC Wins “Best Conservation & Adventure Safari Operators 2023 – Kenya”
28/08/2023
We are proud to announce that The Safari & Conservation Company has been awarded “Best Conservation & Adventure Safari Operators…
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The Ocean Trust at Manda Bay
14/08/2023
Manda Bay is working hand-in-hand with the environmental conservation organisation, The Ocean Trust, to restore Kenya’s marine health. The Ocean…
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Fuzz’s New Camp
04/11/2022
Some good news – our Director, Fuzz Dyer has a new camp – Fuzz’s Camp- situated in a grove of…
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Honeymoon at Manda Bay
19/02/2022
A ten-night tropical honeymoon escape awaits you at Manda Bay, Lamu’s best kept secret – an exclusive and idyllic barefoot…
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Bird Watching Safari at Manda and Laragai
19/02/2022
Join World renown ornithologist and author Terry Stevenson on an epic 9 day birdwatching safari at two of Kenya’s most…
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Safari Retreat at Laragai House
19/02/2022
Laikipia’s Laragai House is the perfect setting for a 6 night, all-inclusive Safari Retreat in the wilderness to eat healthy,…
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Beach and Bush Special Offer
19/02/2022
Beach meets Bush! 4 nights @mandabay_hotel + 4 nights @laragaihouse. An eight day personalized beach and bush combination awaits you – a tropical…
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A World First – Elephants to be moved from UK zoo to Kenya
08/07/2021
An entire herd of elephants from a British zoo will be released into the wild in Kenya in what conservationists have…
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Moving forward – the new structure
01/07/2021
As of the 1st July 2021, Borana Lodge and Lengishu will manage all reservations in-house but The Safari and Conservation…
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Vote for Borana Lodge – Conde Nast Reader’s Choice Award
19/05/2021
Borana Lodge is extremely excited to have been nominated for the Conde Nast Reader’s Choice Award. For us all, the…
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Birding Safari with Terry Stevenson
10/05/2021
Remembering a memorable safari to Moyale , Northern Kenya when Caragh and Andy Roberts joined Terry Stevenson, a renowned ornithologist…
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Kenya and Covid – International Travel
29/03/2021
Update: all domestic flights in and out of the zoned areas of Nairobi, Kajiabo, Machakos, Kiambu and Nakuru are not…
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Kenya and Covid – What you need to know
26/03/2021
We had never anticipated that we would still be talking about Covid twelve months on, but here we are. On…
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International Women’s Day: How pioneering women are changing the landscape of wildlife conservation in Africa
15/03/2021
In a recent article from I News, we celebrate our female rangers who are changing the landscape of wildlife conservation….
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Update on rhino numbers on the Borana-Lewa Landscape
01/02/2021
The Borana-Lewa Landscape is home to 115 black and 105 white rhino (as of today’s date) as well as the Big…
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The Covid Effect on Conservation
19/01/2021
“Borana Conservancy is built upon a unique sustainable conservation funding model that relies on a combination of visitors paying conservation…
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Extended Stay Special Offers
04/01/2021
SCC has some exclusive extended stay special offers for travel dates in 2021. Borana Lodge 10% off the total cost…
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Turning Periods into Pathways
30/11/2020
Young girls in Kenya miss an average of 5 days of school per month due to menstrual shame. This is…
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Meet Andy Roberts – Private Guide
12/11/2020
Andy Roberts was born in Kenya and grew up on the shores of Lake Baringo in the Great Rift Valley….
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*NEW* 8 Night Sustainable Itinerary
21/10/2020
Combining two Long Run properties, dedicated to sustainability and conservation across widely different and diverse ecosystems; Borana Lodge and House in…
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Manda Buffaloes
01/10/2020
Manda has always been a safe refuge for wildlife. In the past, elephant frequented the island in search of delicious…
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Stay for 8, Pay for 7 at Lengishu
10/09/2020
What a truly exciting August it’s been. After passing all of the official Kenyan Covid protocol Lengishu has been welcoming…
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Entry Requirements into Kenya
12/08/2020
The current requirements for entering Kenya (taken from the Kenyan Airport Authority website) and updated when any changes are made…
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SCC Covid Protocols
28/07/2020
SCC has put in a series of measures to protect our guests and staff from COVID 19. Click on the…
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Rothschild Giraffe on Lake Baringo
12/05/2020
Subsequent to the Roberts living in Baringo and David and Betty having their home on the mainland, Willy Roberts bought…
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World Earth Day
12/05/2020
Celebrating World Earth Day from Borana, this powerful short film showcases Borana’s beautiful landscapes and impressive biodiversity. Filmed and edited…
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Under Canvas – Privately Guided Safaris
06/04/2020
At a time where we are all stuck in doors longing for some open spaces, we look back at a…
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A Message From Michael Dyer
06/04/2020
“It is impossible to predict the true ramifications of a global pandemic and our thoughts and prayers go out to…
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Wildlife in the Wilderness
03/04/2020
At a time where Coronavirus brings a lot of uncertainty to the world, we wanted to reassure our clients that…
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Stay for 4, Pay for 3 at Manda Bay
03/04/2020
For the whole of 2020 we are offering a stay for 4 nights, pay for only 3 nights at Manda…
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