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This Week at Angama #433 12 June 2026 A nomadic lion saunters in late to lunch, creating chaos in the Mara — while in Amboseli, a cuckoo fools starling parents as it weighs down their branches By The Photographic Studios

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Above: Came for the pool, stayed for the view

Off the Clock 12 June 2026 Wellness, it turns out, has an address. Michaela quickly discovers that Angama Mara is the perfect spot for relaxing, exercising, farm to fork experiences... Whatever wellness means to you, there is space to unwind, your way By Michaela Geldhof

Nairobi Between the Lines 5 June 2026 When Mike Boyd last lived in Nairobi, finding African literature meant knowing exactly where to look. Nine years on, he returns to find the city transformed — not the skyline, but the shelves By Mike Boyd

Guiding Through the Great Migration 29 May 2026 Head Guide Sammy gives his insight to the Great Migration, where people expect drama he encourages patience, as there's more to experience than the River Crossing By Sammy Komu

A Performance of a Life(time) 22 May 2026 When Angama Amboseli's General Manager noticed the Big Life rangers weren't on their usual patrol, he went to investigate. What he found turned into a lesson for everyone By Guest Author

Reading Every Seat 15 May 2026 A dedicated birder, a cat lover, and every passion in-between — all in one vehicle. Photographer Rio takes a glimpse into the art of making sure no guest leaves disappointed By Marvin Mwarangu

Above: Pangolins have been roaming for millions of years

A Hidden World 8 May 2026 In the forest below Angama Mara's escarpment, one of the rarest animals on earth goes quietly about its night. Will Burrard-Lucas spent ten of those nights trying to photograph one — for The Pangolin Project, and for those of us who never will By Guest Author

This Week at Angama

This Week at Angama #433

12 Jun 2026

A nomadic lion saunters in late to lunch, creating chaos in the Mara — while in Amboseli, a cuckoo fools starling parents as it weighs down their branches

Above: Dinner is served. Reservations were not required

This Week at Angama #432

5 Jun 2026

Across both lodges, scavengers fight and feast as a leopard enjoys a night kill in the Maasai Mara, and in Amboseli National Park, guests watch a lone nursing lioness on the prowl for food for her cubs

Above: We don't remember seeing this on the menu

This Week at Angama #431

29 May 2026

An elephant calf gets itself out of trouble in Amboseli, while in the Mara, baboons discover an unlikely meal

This Week at Angama #430

22 May 2026

In the Mara, the Border Pride claims an inselberg as their kingdom — while in Amboseli, young lion Tuli takes his chances against a pair of distracted warthogs

Above: Most butterflies live for only two to four weeks as adults

This Week at Angama #429

16 May 2026

The kings of the Mara are in pursuit of partners — meanwhile, Amboseli bursts with butterflies

This Week at Angama #428

8 May 2026

Jackal vs python over an antelope — hunger takes over in the Mara. Meanwhile, in Amboseli, Noltulali charges to defend her territory

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Above: No matter the years, this always brings all the feels

Still Not Bored 1 May 2026 Over a decade on the board, and still as invested as ever — Neville and Marco reflect on why Angama continues to hold their attention By Guest Author

Above: Same family, same love, but an experience as custom-made as the PJs

Toto, Totos and the origin of the PJ Safari 26 April 2026 A sunrise safari, two small children and the decision that PJs will suffice. Kate tells the story of how Angama Amboseli's PJ Safari was born, and they all return four years later to experience it as guests would By Kate Fitzgerald Boyd

Suspended Between Worlds 17 April 2026 The first class on Angama Mara's new yoga platform — where a visiting teacher and Maasai warriors discovered they had always been practising the same thing. By Guest Author

Above: Helping bring things back into focus, one patient at a time

Checked from Head, Shoulders, Knees to Toes 10 April 2026 Doctors, nurses and neighbours came together for a day of check-ups and screenings that welcomed hundreds thanks to the Angama Foundation By Dr. David Kilonzo

Above: Learning the wild, one sighting at a time

If You Want a Zoo, This Isn’t for You 3 April 2026 Young Arlo, invites adults to explore safari through his eyes — sharing what it feels like, what he notices and why it matters. By Arlo Wendover

Beyond Black and White 27 March 2026 Why do zebras have stripes? More than an optical trick, Arnold unpacks the story behind their patterns — and the evolutionary forces that shaped them By Arnold Omondi

Above: Keeping welcome hugs at a respectful distance

Just a Misunderstood Neighbour 20 March 2026 A room, snakes, the Angama team and a shift in perspective. How fear gives way to respect during training with the Taylor Ashe Antivenom Foundation By Marvin Mwarangu

Love at First Tusk 14 March 2026 What began with a marriage soon became a lifelong connection to elephants. A personal story about elephants and how a family has set their life's work to learn more about them, most recently exploring the untold story of male elephants By Gina Poole

Above: Some of the Mara’s locals can reach 60 km/h

Run Mara Run 6 March 2026 The Mara sets the pace. Head of Security John Wayongo introduces the first 'Angama Mara-thon': A misty morning, wildlife along the course, and a finish line worth returning for By John Wayongo

Above: When values move from paper to practise

In the Company of Care 27 February 2026 After refresher training with the lodge teams, Les Fox reflects on how Angama’s culture continues to make people feel seen, valued and at home By Lesley Fox

Above: The Lodge and Operations team work hand in hand

Attention to Every Detail 20 February 2026 On her first journey as Angama’s Design Curator, Nicole travels to Amboseli and the Mara. She describes how each lodge takes its cue from its surroundings — materials, textures, and tones all echoing the landscape's character By Nicole van Heerden

Taking on Tsavo 13 February 2026 Say yes to the detours. Think lava fields, crystal springs, red elephants, and antelope that many have never seen. Tsavo National Park's landscape is so raw, it feels like another planet By Japheth Supeyo

This is Not a Drill 6 February 2026 Why is one of the Mara’s most elusive elephants suddenly on the move? Fitz’s rare journey beyond the forest is telling us something — and it’s time we listened By Michaela Geldhof

Above: The Nilotic people of East Africa

Beyond the Shuka 30 January 2026 Robert takes us behind the lens as he documents a historic milestone for the Maasai people, as they celebrate their heritage, rites of passage, and the historic handover of Amboseli National Park at the Third Maa Cultural and Tourism Festival By Robert Sayialel

Above: 'Jambo' from Author in the Maasai Mara

Two Sides of the Kenyan Safari 23 January 2026 With a foot in both worlds, Angama Guide Ekai reflects on two wildly different settings — the Maasai Mara and Amboseli — and what makes each one unique By Ekai Ekalale