The Bird Nest is the result of a fruitful collaboration between Segera (a wildlife sanctuary operator with resorts and camps situated in central Laikipia) and Nay Palad, a company led by Carolin Dekeyser dedicated (quoting their mission statement) to realizing “magical destinations and artisanal objects created by and for modern nomads”. Guided by architect Daniel Pouzet, both companies injected their best features into this one-of-a-kind structure to ensure reality reflects the original concept as a “peaceful jewel at the very heart of the natural world.”
The Bird Nest is hardly reflective of the traditional African safari lifestyle and for good reason: modern eco-tourism encompasses a niche market demanding exclusivity, luxury and a certain level of pampering – with clients ready and willing to pay for the privilege. The injection of funds into African nations’ tourism sectors has a verifiable trickle-down effect that benefits both the people and the animals native to these countries.
