Traditional Safaris from Ker & Downey

Donald Ker and Syd Downey founded the Original Ker & Downey Safaris Kenya Ltd. in 1946, making it the oldest safari outfitter in Africa.

It was among the legendary greats - like Finch Hatton, von Blixen, Hunter, Black and Anderson - that Donald Ker and Syd Downey had their grounding. They picked up codes of chivalry, courtesy, and professionalism and learned how to create luxury in the bush. They learned too, that while wildlife, great scenery and fine climate were all factors which drew clients to a safari, one vital element was needed to complete the magic - the professional guide who conducted it.

Being in a mobile, luxury camp in which the quality of personal attention is unsurpassed allows each safari to be both organized and spontaneous. To visit remote areas, to move on or stay put as mood dictates, to be free of timetables; a Ker & Downey safari is a customized African adventure.

Ker & Downey today is an active partnership of 15 guides taking great pride in the operation of this unique, luxury safari business. The standard of service is of the best quality and highly personalized – each safari is customised by your guide to suit your desires.

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GEMSTONES and KIKOIS from AFRICA

For those of you living in Australia, go to www.Shuka.com.au to find out how to get hold of authentic East African kikois, wraps, and beach bags.

Many people who visit East Africa also ask about the world-renowned gemstones that originate from here. Ker & Downey Safaris has a special relationship with a Lapigems, a prestigious Kenyan company that specialises in such gemstones as Tanzanite and Tsavorite. Learn more at www.lapigems.com or ask Howard for further information on East Africa's precious stones.