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Tsavo East Dispatch: Elephants at Dawn
A field note from a 5:30am game drive along the Galana River — the hour Tsavo East actually belongs to.
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- Guides & Itineraries
7 Days on the Kenyan Coast: The Ultimate Putu Itinerary
From the dhow harbors of Lamu to the reef walls of Watamu, here is exactly how we would spend a week on the coast if we only had one shot at it.
By Putu Editorial 9 min read 16 views - Conservation
Inside Watamu's Marine Conservation Efforts
Watamu's reef is one of the healthiest on the East African coast — not by accident, but through decades of deliberate marine protection work.
By Dr. James Mwangi 8 min read 15 views 
Guides & ItinerariesA First-Timer's Guide to Lamu Old Town
No cars, no street signs, and thirteen centuries of Swahili history. Here is how to actually navigate Lamu on your first visit.
By Amina Warsame 6 min read 20 views- Safari Dispatches
From Beach to Bush: Combining Coast and Safari
Tsavo East sits closer to the coast than most travelers realize. Here is how to build one trip that does both properly.
By Putu Editorial 7 min read 16 views - Food & Culture
Swahili Coast Flavors: 8 Dishes You Must Try
Coconut, cardamom, and centuries of Indian Ocean trade — the Swahili coast has one of Africa's most distinctive food cultures. Start here.
By Putu Editorial 7 min read 21 views - Conservation
Mangrove Restoration: Why It Matters for the Coast
Mida Creek's mangroves do more than look good in a sunset photo — they are the coast's nursery, seawall, and carbon sink all at once.
By Dr. James Mwangi 6 min read 19 views - Food & Culture
The Art of the Coastal Coffee Ceremony
On the coast, coffee is a social event, not a caffeine delivery system. Here is what the ritual actually means.
By Amina Warsame 5 min read 18 views - Local Events
Lamu Cultural Festival: What to Expect This Year
Dhow races, Swahili poetry, and a whole town in its best kikoi — the Lamu Cultural Festival is the coast's most vivid week.
By Putu Editorial 6 min read 18 views - Local Events
Diani Beach Festival Season: A Local's Calendar
From kite-surfing competitions to full-moon beach parties, here is when Diani actually comes alive.
By Putu Editorial 5 min read 22 views
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