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We’re a family whose roots run deep in the wild heart of East Africa. After forty years of crafting the art of managing lodges and camps in remote wilderness areas and guiding starry-eyed adventurers through the untamed beauty of East & Southern Africa, Pete & Ali decided to bring Olive Trek Safaris to life in 2012.

 

Pete

With a chef's hat as his crown and a camera as his scepter, Pete is a culinary wizard and a shutterbug extraordinaire. His treasure trove of bushcraft and nature smarts is matched only by his endless passion for conservation and local culture. Known for his humor and big-hearted nature, Pete is the safari’s charismatic captain.

 

Ali

Nicknamed “The Minister of Finance & Home Affairs”. With an eagle eye for detail, she ensures every adventure sparkles with perfection. Her mission? To share the dazzling beauty and vibrancy of her beloved homeland.

 

Their dynamic duo, Chala & Torsten, have grown into globe-trotting adults but remain rooted in their East African heritage. As passionate ambassadors, they infuse every aspect of Olive Trek Safaris with fresh enthusiasm, enriching the company’s core values and spreading the magic of their home to the world.

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ALI IN SAMBURU

“The very basic core of a man’s living spirit is his passion for adventure. The joy of life comes from our encounters with new experiences and hence there is no greater joy than to have an endlessly changing horizon, for each day to have a new and different sun.”

Christopher McCandless

PETE WITH CAMERA

OLIVE TREK SAFARIS IS A SUBSIDIARY OF " THE OLIVE TREE HOLDINGS LTD" ~ Our Kenyan Registered Company. We are licenced by the Kenya Tourism Regulatory Authority.

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We named our Company after the "African Olive Tree"

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Olea africana, or African olive, is one of the oldest trees and a subspecies of Olea europaea, known for olive oil production. Its benefits include:

  • Fruit enjoyed by humans, wildlife, and birds.

  • Leaves browsed by wildlife, cattle, and goats.

  • Valuable for farms in arid regions as a hardy fodder tree.

  • Leaves can be brewed into tea.

  • Dense wood is used for furniture, ornaments, and fence posts.

  • Juice from the fruit can create ink.

  • Traditional remedies include eye lotions, tonics, and treatments for various ailments.

The olive tree has cultural significance, with Maasai women using it to preserve cow milk and its branches featured in ceremonies. Additionally, its wood is crafted into clubs, walking sticks, and traditional toothbrushes.

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