Matthews Range Safaris

Rising dramatically from Kenya's semi-desert, the Matthews Mountain Range is a chain of peaks draped in dense, dewy forest.

Dubbed a "biological bonanza" by the BBC, this mountain stronghold shelters melanistic leopard (also known as black panther), elephant, Colobus monkey, greater kudu, and giant forest hogs alongside over 200 bird species and 150 species of butterflies.

Samburu warriors in traditional red beaded dress perform a ceremonial dance in Kenya's Matthews Range.

Why visit the Matthews Range?

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    The presence of melanistic leopard (the elusive black panther) alone makes the Matthews Range a destination worth seeking out, but the full cast is remarkable: elephant moving through prehistoric cycad palms, Colobus monkeys in the canopy, crystal-clear mountain streams, and wild orchids growing from ancient rock faces.

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  • Sketch of a diver wearing a snorkel.

    We go deep

    We value depth over breadth. While we have broadened our map, our intimate expertise runs deep—from understanding each locale's hidden rhythms to cultivating relationships with exceptional guides.

  • Sketch of a flashlight held in a person's hand.

    We keep it honest

    Seasoned travelers know that places change, authentic experiences migrate. We'll listen to your hopes and passions, but push back when we know something will better resonate with you.

  • Sketch of an umbrella with decorative fringe.

    We’ve got it covered

    Traveling to wild places asks something of us— a quality of attention and presence. From behind-the-scenes logistics to bespoke culinary experiences, our team has thought of everything.

  • Sketch of a telescope pointed at the stars.

    We know it’s personal

    There will undoubtedly be extraordinary unscripted moments: hippos emerging at sunset, the impossible blue of Arctic ice. We know that meaningful memories often live in personalized details.