Kenyan activist attempts to block new Ritz-Carlton safari lodge in Maasai Mara

Why it matters for you: Can a five-star safari harm the very wilderness it celebrates? The Ritz-Carlton is due to open a luxury safari lodge in Maasai Mara with rates starting around USD $3,500/night.

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In Kenya, a legal battle is brewing as an activist tries to block Ritz-Carlton’s new lodge in the Maasai Mara. Supporters say luxury brings jobs and boosts tourism. Critics warn that construction could threaten delicate ecosystems and wildlife migration corridors..

Safari planning Tips

  • If staying at luxury camps is a priority, book early.
  • Also look at how lodges are managing environmental impact; prefer ones that commit to wildlife corridor protection.

Safariweekly Take

Luxury safari options continue expanding in East Africa. But ir comes with high cost + potential environmental costs.

Some may face more restricted access (or higher fees) if conservation pushes back.

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