About Palglade Ventures

​To travel with Kelvin Waigi is to see Kenya in high definition. A master of the wilderness, Kelvin tracks the Big Five and the Special Five across sun-drenched plains, positioning photographers exactly where the wild meets the perfect light. But his expertise cuts deeper than the landscape. With profound respect and local lineage, he opens doors to the striking tribal cultures in the south western and northern Kenya. Kelvin weaves wildlife and heritage into a singular, unforgettable narrative—turning every safari into an authentic work of art.

An award-winning landscape and seascape specialist, Wendy Klein is globally renowned for her mastery of long-exposure photography, creating ethereal, timeless imagery that can be explored at wendyklein.photography. Celebrated for her patient and humorous approach to mentorship, Wendy is also a dedicated educator, public speaker, and podcast guest. She proudly partners with Palglade Ventures as a trip leader, safari consultant, and travel agent, routing her entire safari clientele through the agency to ensure flawlessly executed expeditions. Her Kenyan trips offer photographers an unparalleled opportunity to capture East Africa’s majestic wildlife and landscapes under her expert, creative guidance.

With over 30 years in tourism, Ken Waigi is a premier Kenyan safari guide whose expertise brings the vivid, high-contrast world of East Africa to life for photographers. He masterfully navigates the bronze-hued savannas to track the Big Five, while his deep- rooted cultural ties offer rare, respectful entry into the vibrant, crimson-clad world of the Maasai and Samburu and the other northern cultural tribes like the Rendille, Turkana and Elmolo. By blending technical wildlife spotting with an eye for the rich, multi-hued heritage of his homeland, Ken ensures every safari is a masterpiece of light, colour, and authentic connection.