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Calvin Cottar is Director and Owner at Cottar’s 1920s Safaris, an award-winning luxury 1920s safari camp and private bush villa located in the famous ‘seventh’ natural wonder of the world, the Maasai Mara in Kenya. Offering a bespoke safari experience, it’s owned and managed by the oldest established and continuing safari family in Africa. In 1919, together with his sons, Mike, Bud and Ted, Charles established ‘Cottar’s Safari Service’, one of the very first registered safari companies offering superior big game hunting and film safaris outfitting throughout Africa, India and Indochina. Cottar's is proudly associated with The Long Run, Classic Safari Africa and Pack for a Purpose, and together with the Olderkesi Maasai Community, run the Cottars Wildlife Conservation Trust.
Where and when to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration

Where and when to witness the Great Wildebeest Migration

ByCalvin Cottar September 17, 2021

Undoubtedly one of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife experiences, the Great Wildebeest Migration in East Africa sees over 1.3 million…

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What can you expect from purpose-driven travel in Kenya?

What can you expect from purpose-driven travel in Kenya?

ByCalvin Cottar August 18, 2021August 17, 2021

Purpose-driven travel is about engaging in experiences that contribute to sustainability and empowerment. In other words, travelling with purpose…

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Magical Kenya safari moments

Magical Kenya safari moments

ByCalvin Cottar July 29, 2021July 21, 2021

You can never truly say ‘goodbye’ to Kenya because even when you are miles and miles away, the memories…

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Escaping to a luxury safari home in Kenya

Escaping to a luxury safari home in Kenya

ByCalvin Cottar June 23, 2021

If you were to leave civilisation behind, round up 10 of the best people in your life, and all…

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Luxury safari and beach holidays in Kenya – the best of both worlds

Luxury safari and beach holidays in Kenya – the best of both worlds

ByCalvin Cottar May 19, 2021May 16, 2021

We can say – with the certainty that comes from years of living here – that when travelling to…

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Why a Kenyan safari is the most romantic couple’s getaway

Why a Kenyan safari is the most romantic couple’s getaway

ByCalvin Cottar April 19, 2021April 15, 2021

Expectations are high when choosing a romantic couple’s getaway for you and your loved one. Only an exceptional experience…

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Spotlight on Africa’s Big 5

Spotlight on Africa’s Big 5

ByCalvin Cottar March 21, 2021March 16, 2021

The elephant, lion, leopard, Cape buffalo and rhino came to be known collectively as the ‘Big 5’ in the…

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Kenya safari: A love affair with the wild

Kenya safari: A love affair with the wild

ByCalvin Cottar February 26, 2021February 16, 2021

Love, romance and adventure are all part of a timeless story best experienced through the hidden delights of the…

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The magic of the Maasai Mara

The magic of the Maasai Mara

ByCalvin Cottar January 16, 2021

To visit the Maasai Mara is to experience the original spirit and essence of ‘safari,’ reminiscent of a golden…

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First time Kenya safari FAQs

First time Kenya safari FAQs

ByCalvin Cottar December 24, 2020December 15, 2020

To experience a safari in Kenya is to enjoy incredible biodiversity and natural beauty, luxury and private camps, and…

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The magic of a guided bush walk in Kenya’s Maasai Mara

The magic of a guided bush walk in Kenya’s Maasai Mara

ByCalvin Cottar November 23, 2020November 21, 2020

Trade the traditional 4×4 game vehicle for a guided bush walk or short walking safari in the remote wilderness…

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12 terrific truths about The Great Wildebeest Migration

12 terrific truths about The Great Wildebeest Migration

ByCalvin Cottar October 16, 2020October 15, 2020

Set apart as one of the most spectacular wonders of the natural world, The Great Migration is the annual…

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What you need to know about travelling to Kenya now

What you need to know about travelling to Kenya now

ByCalvin Cottar September 16, 2020

Exciting news arrived last month as it was announced that Kenya was opening its doors to international travellers once…

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Your guide to luxury safari camp types in the Maasai Mara

Your guide to luxury safari camp types in the Maasai Mara

ByCalvin Cottar August 23, 2020

Kenya is ready and waiting to welcome you safely! The Kenyan government has recently opened up the airspace for…

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Why a Kenyan safari is a wanderlust wishlist must

Why a Kenyan safari is a wanderlust wishlist must

ByCalvin Cottar July 15, 2020

Kenya, and the internationally acclaimed Maasai Mara National Reserve in particular, are considered the birthplace of the traditional wildlife…

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The 4 ‘P’s of luxury safaris in Kenya post-COVID-19

The 4 ‘P’s of luxury safaris in Kenya post-COVID-19

ByCalvin Cottar June 14, 2020June 14, 2020

We are hungrier now more than ever before to marvel at the wonders of the world as the ‘travel…

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