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Be immersed in nature, guided by locals, enlightened by experts. Discover A&K Sanctuary’s portfolio of luxury safari lodges, camps and riverboats.

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Gorilla Forest Lodge is officially on Travel + Leisure's 2026 It List - exactly where a place this extraordinary belongs.

From encounters with mountain gorilla families to spa experiences accompanied by the sounds of Bwindi Impenetrable National Park, explore the moments that feel impossible to capture and consider this your sign to discover it for yourself. by @aksanctuary

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Introducing Kitirua Plains Lodge: our latest A&K Sanctuary on the edge of Amboseli National Park, where wildlife roams beyond your veranda and Mount Kilimanjaro greets you each morning.

Thoughtfully designed in harmony with Maasai principles of living alongside nature, the lodge brings together contemporary architecture, local craftsmanship and a deep commitment to sustainability. Featuring 13 private solar-powered suites, an open-fronted bar and dining area, and a wellness space - all with panoramic views across the plains - the stage is set for one of Africa’s great wildlife dramas: alongside the park’s famous herds of elephants, expect big cats, giraffes, hippos and more than 400 bird species.

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The Hot List – Condé Nast Traveler – 2026 has landed. Featuring Pure Amazon, an A&K Sanctuary.

Designed for an intimate experience on the river, with just 10 suites and 2 single cabins, the riverboat creates one of the most personal ways to explore the Peruvian Amazon. From skiff excursions through remote tributaries to birdwatching and kayaking, each journey on board Pure Amazon brings you closer to the landscape around you. But don’t just take our word for it – hear it from a @cntraveler editor.

Book your stay onboard Pure Amazon through the link in our bio.

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With Abdul as your guide, it’s like stepping straight into a wildlife documentary.

Our Head Guide at Kitirua Plains Lodge has been part of A&K Sanctuary since 2007, and has a special talent for making each safari unforgettable.

On twice-daily drives at Kitirua Plains Lodge, his expert eye and bountiful wildlife knowledge will guide you through sightings of vast elephant herds, lions, leopards, and cheetahs.

For first-timers, Abdul’s guiding is revelatory. For veterans, he is a reason to return. Experience Kitirua Plains Lodge via link in bio. by @aksanctuary

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Safari frames from the Maasai Mara with @aksanctuary at their legendary Olonana Lodge located directly on the Mara river. 🐆 A few unreal days chasing light, the big 5 and the rhythm of the wild. The mara is pure magic.

#AKSanctuary #OlonanaLodge #AbercrombieKent #Kenya #MaasaiMara taken in Olonana Lodge, an A&K Sanctuary by @aksanctuary

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A new chapter begins in Amboseli.

Our newest lodge, Kitirua Plains Lodge, brings together adventure and relaxation in harmony with nature, offering an immersive connection to the Amboseli landscape.

Picture sunrise game drives beneath Mount Kilimanjaro, watching elephant herds cross the open plains. Back at the lodge, the pace slows with restorative wellness experiences, and exceptional five-course dinners.

Experience the magic of Kenya from a place unlike any other. Watch the full video via the link in bio to discover it for yourself. by @aksanctuary

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It’s not every day that you get excited to wake up before sunrise.

But at Kitirua Plains Lodge, the warmth of the golden sun on your face as it rises over Mount Kilimanjaro, paired with the thrill of spotting the animal at the very top of your wishlist, makes skipping the lie-in well worth it.

Let the adventure begin at Kitirua Plains Lodge via the link in bio. by @aksanctuary

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Design as striking as the surroundings.

Newly opened in June 2026, Kitirua Plains Lodge on the edge of Amboseli National Park is one of our most architecturally captivating lodges – conceived not to mimic its environment, but to meld unobtrusively with it.

A stay at A&K Sanctuary’s Kitirua Plains Lodge truly reflects a design ethos shaped by local tradition and sustainability.

Step inside Kitirua Plains Lodge and see it for yourself - discover more via 🔗 in bio. by @aksanctuary

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Some mornings begin with an alarm. Others begin with the gentle chorus of the wild.

Before the day’s adventures begin, there is a quieter side to safari at Kitirua Plains Lodge. It is found in the soft glow of sunrise, the movement of wildlife across the horizon, and the first glimpse of Mount Kilimanjaro from your bed as the morning light stretches across the landscape. Here, every morning is an invitation to reconnect with nature and experience the timeless beauty of Amboseli.

Plan your stay at our newest lodge via the 🔗 in bio. by @aksanctuary

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From the winding waterways of the Amazon to the hidden wonders of the rainforest, Pure Amazon reveals a magical world unlike any other. Featured in Souvenir, Heather Steele’s story captures the spirit of this immersive adventure where nature and discovery come together.

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Few sightings are as captivating as a leopard in the wild.

This solitary and elusive species moves quietly through its territory, leaving only the faintest signs of its presence: a mark on a tree, a trace of scent. On safari, our expert guides read these subtle clues to track their movements, leading to sightings that stay with you long after the journey ends.

They say a leopard can’t change its spots, but perhaps it’s time to book something a little different this year? Start your safari adventure via the 🔗 in bio.

📸 @alexkyddphoto by @aksanctuary

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You can’t get closer to the Great Migration than this.

Captured by Anthony, our guide at Olonana Lodge, this is arguably the greatest wildlife-watching spectacle on earth. The Great Migration is a continuous, year-long journey of wildebeest, zebras, antelope and other grazing animals through Tanzania and Kenya in search of food and water – a circuit of some 1,200 miles.

Ready for an epic adventure? Olonana Lodge will place you in the beating heart of this fascinating wildlife phenomenon. Plan your best wildlife experience yet via 🔗 in bio. by @aksanctuary

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