Kenya is one of Africa's most recognised safari destinations, home to the Masai Mara, Amboseli, Samburu, Laikipia and the stunning Indian Ocean coastline. The UK remains Kenya's most important European source market, with strong airlift from London and deep ties between the British and Kenyan tourism industries. For Kenyan safari lodges, tented camps, conservancies and DMCs, professional UK representation is the key to sustained growth in this premium market.
British visitors have a long-standing love affair with Kenya, from the Masai Mara migration to Lamu's Swahili coast. UK tour operators including Abercrombie & Kent, Scott Dunn, and specialist operators like Aardvark Safaris actively contract Kenyan product — but relationships drive their booking decisions.
Community conservancies across Kenya offer some of Africa's most exclusive and sustainable safari experiences. UK travel agents need expert guidance to understand the conservancy model, positioning and pricing — a specialist UK representative provides this training.
Kenya's tourism has distinct seasons, and UK operators plan brochures and allocations 12-18 months ahead. A dedicated UK representative ensures your property is front of mind during contracting season, not just when the migration is running.
Masai Mara National Reserve and surrounding conservancies, Samburu, Laikipia, Amboseli, Tsavo, Mount Kenya, Lamu archipelago, Diani Beach, Nairobi, and the Great Rift Valley lakes.
Kusa Connect currently represents Saruni Basecamp (Masai Mara and Samburu) and Wildtouch Tours & Travel (Nairobi-based DMC covering Kenya, Tanzania and Rwanda) to the UK travel trade.
Whether you're an established Kenya property or entering the UK market for the first time, Kusa Connect can help.