Sophia Rose Travel

11/05/2023

**HOTTEST TICKETS IN TOWN**
(And you don't even need a ticket! Woohoo!)

The latest Photography Exhibition brings a breathtaking series of 'Individuals' captured on camera in Kenya's Masai Mara to the gallery walls of London. We cannot wait!

Put this in your diary and head on down to enjoy Matt's gorgeous work and amazing stories of the wild animals he's been documenting as Resident Wildlife Photographer at .

Matt is an extraordinary talent who we've had the pleasure of working with countless times over the years. He always beautifully captures the wondrous sights and species he encounters on his travels, and we are incredibly lucky that he's captured safaris on stills and video too - check out our website to see a few favourites! We can organise with Matt as your - get in touch to find out more!

14/04/2023

Wilderness views from the Ol Malo escarpment are unbeatable!

Family-run by Andrew and Chyulu Frankham who make every safari a trip of a lifetime, Ol Malo Lodge overlooks Laikipia’s thick bush and kopjes. Guests are guided by a dedicated team that love to share the wonders of the African bush. Days are packed with outdoor adventures, including tracking wildlife on foot, bush picnics and BBQs, horse riding and camel riding, and helicopter rides are an optional extra for those keen for a different perspective of the landscape. The infinity pool offers an amazing vantage point for observing the abundant wildlife whilst cooling off beneath the African sun. We couldn't recommend Ol Malo more highly - get in touch to book your safari!

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24/03/2023

Dreaming up a family beach holiday? are steps from Diani Beach on the glorious Kenyan coast with stunning Indian Ocean views.

Alfajiri's 3 luxury villas have private verandas, swimming pools and gardens, rustic-chic interiors, 24-hour Butler Service & a private chef serving delicious seafood feasts.

Explore miles of pristine coastline, snorkel over coral reefs, try kite-surfing, wakeboarding, deep sea fishing and boating, indulge in wellness treatments and sunrise yoga, and laze away the days relaxing by the pool.

✨ Cliff Villa sleeps up to 9 guests in 4 ensuite bedrooms.
✨ Garden Villa sleeps up to 10 guests in 4 ensuite bedrooms.
✨ Beach Villa sleeps up to 6 guests in 3 ensuite bedrooms.

Get in touch to book your next beach retreat!

21/03/2023

The Cabanas, Lamu, Kenya

For a post-safari beach holiday, this is one of our favourite hideaways. 6 private beachfront Cabanas are set amongst lush vegetation on a 12km secluded beach, overlooking the Indian Ocean. These tranquil nests are completely 'off-grid' - heaven for a slow-paced, barefoot retreat within natural surroundings.

Each Cabana features a four-poster double bed with mosquito net, ensuite bathroom and private terrace. The communal Cabana, raised above the tree canopy with spectacular panoramic views, has a swimming pool and dining area.

Food is delicious and nutritious, there's a Zen Den offering daily yoga and bespoke wellness therapies, and private instruction in kite surfing, windsurfing, wakeboarding and waterskiing can be easily arranged. A private Dhow cruise at sunset is the ultimate holiday treat.

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19/03/2023

A private island camp with views over the , is secluded within the stunning wilderness of the . Wildlife viewing is exceptional on big game , day and night , , and river lunches with your toes in the .

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16/03/2023

In Northern Kenya's unspoilt region lies , hidden within a grove of acacia trees. Guests are guided on , personally hosted by Karina and Amory, who dreamt up this wild experience.

is well positioned for stunning day trips to , visiting , for Nile Perch & Tilapia, seeing and enjoying picnics in one of the natural oases of the .

Often guests arrive by for spectacular of the diverse landscape.

The sounds of wild dog and hyena are often heard across the hills, and elephants and leopards are sometimes sighted as they slowly return to this area. Explore hills and luggas on foot and discover over 100 bird species, plenty of dik-dik, rock hyrax and genet.

Koros camp sleeps 12 in 7 ensuite thatch-roof tents. There's an open-plan mess area where drinks and meals are served and guests can chill, read, play games or siesta. The swimming pool is perfectly positioned at the highest point of the camp to cool off with an amazing sundowner view.

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11/03/2023

Walking safaris are the ultimate way to explore the African bush. We recommend in 's , where guests can track on foot, enjoy day and night and exciting on the . This small owner-run camp with only 5 stretched-canvas ensuite chalets is known for its high-quality guiding, great food and exceptional location on the edge of a lagoon, overlooking the game-rich ‘dambo’. is abundant in , including lions, leopard, elephants, and an incredible variety of plains game such as sable, hartebeest, zebra and puku, as well as hundreds of species of birds. Be sure to pack your binoculars to sit in the Treehouse Hide and watch the natural world go by. Having no WiFi/signal is one of the joys of this location!

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10/03/2023

Clients just back from private safari-house in wrote: "We really can’t sing Morukuru’s praises highly enough, it was an amazing place and the whole set up was totally faultless, and we had such a great time seeing so many animals. Thanks so much for finding it for us!"

Set on the banks of the within the , the 3-bedroom house is taken exclusively, with a swimming pool, views out to the bush and a wonderful team of staff including chef, butler, safari guide & tracker for private & .

This is a top destination with a chance of seeing the , , , , & . Sleep-outs at the hide, catch & release fishing and spa treatments can also be arranged.

Get in touch to book your safari!

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08/03/2023

Ready for the road less travelled? On our private safaris in , explore vast, remote landscapes: the and of the , the shores of and the . is a secluded lodge sleeping 12 guests on the verdant slopes of , surrounded by , and the last virgin in . It is private and tranquil, with a beautiful pool, indigenous gardens and spectacular views. Expert guides with an in-depth local knowledge take guests on , , , , and visits to nearby and communities. The region's includes leopard, gerenuks, baboons, bushbucks, ostriches, hyenas, cheetahs, vervet monkeys, zebras and eagles. Get in touch to plan your !

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07/03/2023

A private mobile tented camp provides an adventurous, traditional , with minimal impact on the environment, just as it should be.

One of our favourites is guided and hosted by the McConnell family, who are knowledgeable and fun with generations of experience, tailoring safaris to each individual guest. Camp luxuries come in the form of proper beds, bucket showers and amazing food, as well as a flexible location.

Recently our clients spent New Year's Eve on safari with the McConnell's in the , home to some of ’s most stunning and varied scenery: open grassy plains, boulder-clad kopjes, wooded valleys, sacred cedar-tree forests and red-earth ‘cathedrals’ of extraordinary rock formations - completely unspoiled. viewing is fantastic year-round; on a or walk, you might see rare species such as & , great herds of playing in the dams, and peacefully grazing, and with any luck, on the hunt.

Get in touch to plan your safari!

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27/02/2023

At 8,000ft on the slopes of the in , is one of the best places for to see or . Guided through by a local ranger, you can quietly observe the mountain gorilla clans in their natural habitat. It's also a wonderful destination for , , and cultural encounters with the local community and traditional dancers. At we love the stone cottages with spacious bedrooms, fireplaces for cooler nights and sheltered verandas for enjoying the amazing scenery of and lush countryside. Get in touch to plan your next !

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26/02/2023

moves with the seasons, always in the heart of the action of the . Following a route covering hundreds of miles through the in , this exclusive nomadic camp has just six large walk-in , connecting guests to a vast region where viewing is incredible year-round.

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23/02/2023

Would you like to stay at the only place in the world where you can enjoy views into both the (sunrise) & the (sunset)?

We recently organised a to the amazing in , situated on the rim of the , with plenty to explore from grasslands to woods, seasonal salt lakes and the caldera itself. There's an incredible variety of on the doorstep, including , , & , and privately-guided activities include , , & , of course!

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21/02/2023

"It was a truly memorable trip all orchestrated by you, so thank you very much. I can’t think of a single skipped beat over the whole 10 days which is remarkable!"

Our work is always a pleasure and we loved reading this little thank you note from a we organised to , and in .

Here is a snapshot of what to expect at , a beautiful area and home to a successful . The family-owned and run overlooks Mt. Kenya, offering guests open-top , , guided , and .

Get in touch to start planning your next adventure!

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20/02/2023

On at last week, our highlight was an amazing in the private , arriving at overlooking 's and the in just a couple of miles away. We love Cottars' 1920s style, traditional canvas , romantic experiences like canvas bush and beneath the stars. Cottars is exclusive, authentic and unforgettable, and every guest's stay contributes to the of this area. Whenever we've organised safaris here for our clients, the feedback has been nothing but glowing! Get in touch to start planning your next !
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13/02/2023

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14/07/2022

Gorgeous footage of some longstanding clients enjoying a scenic heli-safari in Kenya, privately guided by and beautifully captured by . These journeys add such variety to a wildlife safari in the bush, taking in rugged mountains peaks, red deserts, flamingo-covered lakes and picnic-stops miles from civilisation.

Are you dreaming of exploring the African wilderness in style? Get in touch to start planning the your next adventure with : www.sophiarosetravel.com

13/06/2022

We have experienced this for ourselves and couldn’t recommend it more highly! Journey completely off-grid on a camel assisted in the Kenyan wilderness and discover the beauty of up-close, guided by the incredible team at , who have been exploring by foot alongside their caravan of for decades. Extraordinary scenery, rare , beneath the stars in a different location each night, delicious food and whole-hearted hospitality make this a like no other.

**There is still space available in July to enjoy a camel assisted walking safari through the spectacular - get in touch to find out more!**

Here’s a sneak peak of what’s in store: www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTqmQd_584w&ab_channel=NTVKenya



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13/06/2022

We have experienced this for ourselves and couldn’t recommend it more highly! Journey completely off-grid on a camel assisted in the Kenyan wilderness and discover the beauty of up-close, guided by the incredible team at , who have been exploring by foot alongside their caravan of for decades. Extraordinary scenery, rare , beneath the stars in a different location each night, delicious food and whole-hearted hospitality make this a like no other.

**There is still space available in July to enjoy a camel assisted walking safari through the spectacular - get in touch to find out more!**

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTqmQd_584w&ab_channel=NTVKenya

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08/03/2022

🌹Happy International Women’s Day! 🌹 A special photo from Christmas in Kenya 💃💃💃💃💃💃💃

02/03/2022

Tomorrow embarks on the race of a lifetime, journeying 500km across the Andes Mountains on horseback in just 10 days. The takes place in the depths of the Patagonian wilderness, where terrain and weather conditions will be a major challenge, but Simon's extensive experience guiding horseback safaris in Kenya and Argentina will stand him in good stead. We’re cheering on Simon and his teammates as they fundraise for a cause very close to our hearts - PLEASE support them in donating here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/forrangersgauchoderby


Track Simon's progress here: equestrianists.com/live

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27/05/2021

Up close and personal with some of the biggest bull in the world at in , .
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Samburu has a very unique landscape; dry, rugged, and beautifully . The region also upholds a rich and interesting culture, which guests become immersed in during a stay at . This on the banks of the offers fantastic opportunities, as well as learning about the research projects of nearby charity, , and spending time with local Samburu families, learning how to make jewellery and throw spears.
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We arrange bespoke safaris - get in touch to start planning your next adventure: [email protected]
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24/05/2021

Lie back and enjoy the view! 🙌 A slice of heaven is steps from your four poster at 💕
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We arrange bespoke safaris - get in touch to start planning your next adventure: [email protected]
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21/05/2021

Angama Mara Sunrise
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A spectacular sight from a private veranda at , which sits on the overlooking the majesty of the ecosystem. This is the perfect spot for watching the Mara wake up with binoculars in hand, before heading down the escarpment for across the grassy plains. Luxurious are glass-fronted, so that even your bed and bathtub take in expansive .

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20/05/2021

Introducing the Dream Cruiser 💫
A genius new creation by , the Dream Cruiser takes you on a magical wilderness adventure, sleeping beneath the Namibian night skies in true comfort and style.
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14/05/2021

Quad bike safaris in Samburu, Kenya are the perfect family-friendly adventure, offering a real sense of freedom as you explore ‘off-grid’. Cruise along sandy luggas (dry river beds), discovering the idyllic lower Ewaso Nyiro, a truly wild stretch of river, and enjoy bird watching, wildlife viewing, peaceful picnics and superb fishing, not to mention incredibly knowledgeable guides.
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We arrange bespoke safaris - get in touch to start planning your next adventure: [email protected]
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12/05/2021

is one of the most beautiful private homes in in the heart of , a vast protected in that is teeming with game, including the endangered , large herds of and . is a stunning exclusive-use , carved discreetly into the rock-bed and immersed in nature, taking in spectacular views. The house is designed with arched doorways letting in streams of light, candle-lit dining rooms with walk-in fireplaces, sun-dappled courtyards, and swimming pools lined with Lamu day-beds. The experience is as much about as relaxation, epitomising in the wild. Guests can enjoy helicopter, horseback and quad-bike , and learn about projects, such as , research, and the protection of the .
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We arrange bespoke safaris - get in touch to start planning your next adventure: [email protected]
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06/05/2021

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We arrange bespoke safaris - get in touch to start planning your next adventure: [email protected]
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05/05/2021

’s stunning high-altitude : Alice and Rutundu, are great for trout fishing, rowing and beautiful walks. We’ll take you up there with a private guide, packing delicious picnics and sleeping in a remote . There’s as far as the eye can see, and the is all yours. It’s wonderfully quiet, perfect for anyone dreaming of , and ties in easily with a in , .
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We arrange bespoke safaris - get in touch to start planning your next adventure: [email protected]
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04/05/2021

Travel up by 4x4, reaching your remote , Rutundu, in time for tea. overlooks a beautiful high-altitude , and is immersed in a gorgeous landscape that is completely private. It’s simple, and peaceful. Spend your days for trout on , swimming, rowing, walking, birding, lazing on the porch with a good book, or cosying up around the fire.
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We arrange bespoke safaris - get in touch to start planning your next adventure: [email protected]
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