Game viewing

John Kaelo

John was a local teacher before training to be a guide over 13 years ago and hasn't looked back since! Some of his most exciting moments on camp have been on safari with guests and having close encounters with buffalo, elephants and even lions! However, there have been some equally exciting moments trying to track very specific creatures such as the elusive pangolin and honey badger. As a result of this attention to detail from the Mahali Mzuri staff, as well as the beautiful flora and fauna, Mahali Mzuri is "one of the best camps in Kenya" (trust us, take John's word for it).

Jackson Nchoe

With over 8 years of guiding experience behind him, Jackson knows a thing or two about tracking Kenyan wildlife. Getting to witness wildebeest crossing the Mara River during the Great Migration is one of the most exciting parts of his job and who would disagree with that? While getting to see such beautiful African wildlife up-close every day is definitely one of the best parts of the job, Jackson says it is the teamwork and hospitality of all the staff that make Mahali Mzuri one of the best camps around!

Gedion Sankale

Being a guide at the best hotel in the world has always been my dream. I joined Mahali Mzuri as a trainee in 2019 and have gone through different departments but guiding guests on a safari has been always my passion.

I perfected my skills and knowledge on guiding through the training and that's how I got my first Job. I am always willing to share more about wildlife and the culture of the Maasai people, were I am raised, with our guests.

I love tracking the cheetahs during the day and seeing them taking down the middle sized antelops during their hunts.

Betty Maitai

As the only female guide at Mahali Mzuri, Betty is not only a great role model to her family but to the wider community at large, proving, in her words, that “what a man can do, a woman can do better!” Having originally served in the military, Betty has worked as a guide since 2005 so has a wealth of experience in tracking animals of all shapes and sizes. However, in her opinion, nothing beats seeing a pack of lions hunting and bringing down an adult buffalo!

Jonathan Kasaine (Kas)

With over 13 years of experience as a guide, my passion is the big cats especially the majestic lion.There is something very special about these amazing creatures. Observing their behaviour and interaction with each other is one of my favourite past times. The affection they show all members of the pride is really something mesmerising to witness. Im sure they feel a great a bond of love for each other.

When I take my guests out and we find the lions...the excitement that builds in the truck and the happiness on their faces is really rewarding. When guests edge to the middle of the vehicle as the lions stroll past, the silence and all round and the smiles when they roar gives me great joy. I feel such priveledge to be able to view and share these beautiful, powerful animals with others.

Levi Cheruiyot

Levi has been with the Mahali Mzuri team since the camp opened in 2013. From witnessing lions hunting wildebeest to having his game drive vehicle chased by a buffalo, Levi has many stories to tell about his time here! As one of the most sociable members of the team, Levi is always happy to spend time with guests, no matter what time either day or night.

Newton Moonka Ole Rise

Newton is our newest guide having just qualified with a Bronze certificate from guiding school. He joined our Mahali Mzuri family in 2016 as a security guard (Askari), and comes from the local community, as one of the sons of one of our landowners.

It was during an interview for our security team that we discovered Newtons guiding qualifications and his vast experience of the local area. We immediately transferred him to our guiding department for field training and since then he’s made so much progress, going from a trainee guide to a junior guide and taking our guests out on game drives.