Ekorian Mugie Camp | Mugie Sanctuary | Mugie Dam | Ecotourism Kenya Membership | Predator Project
"Houston, Texas:
Thank you for such a special stay in such a special place"
Josh and Donna Perrett are both Kenyan-born and bred. Josh was brought up on a neighboring ranch to Mugie and it was here that he learnt the art of the bush and developed a strong passion for adventure, wildlife and nature. He trained as a professional guide in South Africa and has worked all over Tanzania and Kenya.
Donna was brought up on a farm outside Nakuru. She trained as a chef in Cape Town before returning to Kenya to work in several camps and lodges in Kenya and Tanzania.
Josh and Donna are happiest when they are out in the bush, on safari. They both have much experience in the different aspects of safari life and in 2012 they hand sketched and designed Ekorian’s Mugie Camp on a pile of scrap paper with an ethos of ‘simple comfort’ focusing on the authentic safari experience. The plans and ideas started to take shape, and with a team of carpenters, tailors and two sewing machines they completed the construction of Ekorian’s Mugie Camp in time for Christmas 2012.
With the view of making as little impact on the environment as possible this semi-permanent, eco-friendly camp is totally solar powered, and has specially designed water-heating boilers.
Josh was able to put his carpentry skills to good use and most of the furniture was made in camp with the local dead Olive wood, from which the Turkana name “Ekorian” derives.
The TeamThe owners and your hosts, Josh, Donna and their small children Kiara and Maia, all Kenyan-born and bred, have a passion for safari and being out in the bush – the more remote the better! Together they have taken part in all sorts of adventures around eastern and southern Africa.
You will be taken care of by a small team of staff. This team is enthusiastic and eager to please. They all want to show off what Kenyan hospitality is all about.
Our guides come from the local area and have expansive knowledge of the flora, fauna and local culture. Each guide, of course, has their own story and character and they genuinely want to make your time at Mugie a memorable one.
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George has been connected to Josh’s family “forever”. He is an enthusiastic birder with terrific eyesight. He is a big conservationist and loves to share his passion for the bush.
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Joseph has widely traveled throughout Kenya and has worked in many different areas. Joseph is an expert storyteller and has expansive knowledge in many different areas. They all exude a passion and enthusiasm for sharing their knowledge and love for the bush.
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Epak and Daniel Our two waiters and front of house, will make sure you have a drink in hand and are well fed.
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Jackline and her team in the kitchen, all of whom have been train by Donna and have a natural flair for cooking, enjoy using fresh, local produce to make wholesome and homely meals.
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Josephine is head of rooms; quietly and efficiently she ensures your comfort.
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Mohammed
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Mungai
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Stephen
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Our Guides: Emmanuel, Peter, George & Joseph  |
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