Why Nightjar?

The Nightjar is a species of nocturnal bird that inhabits almost every corner of the Earth, like many migratory creatures they make their home in different landscapes and climates throughout the year.

Each member of our team calls Kenya home, but we have all travelled extensively throughout the world. Nightjar African Adventures is a homecoming in many ways, it is a means for us to share what we have learned in our different fields of expertise, as educators, outdoor professionals, creatives, and conservationists - distilling a collective vision for travel centred around enriching experiences that go beyond the typical Safari holiday.

Our Team

  • Peter Muambi Naituli / Lead Guide

    A Kenyan/Norwegian, born and raised in East Africa, Peter has made his career in the wilderness. He became the youngest technical mountain guide in the history of Mt. Kenya, a title he’s held for the past decade. With several guiding and Wilderness First Responder qualifications, Peter is one of Kenya’s top outdoor adventure guides. His expertise spans ecology, geology, and ornithology, offering a deep understanding of East Africa’s diverse ecosystems. Whether leading mountain treks or wildlife safaris, Peter connects people to the land and its wildlife, ensuring every adventure is safe, enriching, and sustainable.

  • Ramni Gandhi / Founder

    Ramni is a Kenyan educator and environmental advocate with a passion for using nature as a transformative learning tool. After teaching in various countries worldwide, she returned to Kenya in 2020 to establish BrainSprouts, an organization focused on holistic education that fosters free thinking and skill development in children. Drawing on her deep understanding of both education and the natural world, Ramni integrates nature into her teaching, encouraging children to connect with their surroundings and develop a sense of mindfulness.

  • Gabriel Jackson / Founder

    Gabriel is a British Filmmaker, Photographer and Adventurer, and has been living permanently in Kenya with his wife, Ramni, since 2020. He specialises in documentary filmmaking, and has worked with conservancies and environmental NGO’s on a number of projects. This work has taken him to all corners of the country, and allowed him to connect with a variety of different cultures. Gabriel and Ramni are currently finishing their first feature length documentary, which focuses on cross cultural connection through outdoor adventure within Kenya’s tribal landscape.

  • Adam Nycander / Founder

    Adam is a Zanzibari sailor, climber, and adventurer with a passion for East Africa’s landscapes and wildlife. After spending several years working in Europe, he returned to focus on sharing the region’s natural beauty and cultural richness. With experience on conservation projects in East Africa and Sweden, Adam is committed to protecting the environment and promoting sustainable travel. He has a talent for finding hidden trails and unique experiences, helping others explore East Africa in a way that is both meaningful and memorable.

Chasing the Lion - Documentary

A teaser for Gabriel and Ramni’s upcoming feature-length documentary, with Peter as the protagonist. Four years in the making, the film highlights some of Kenya’s most stunning landscapes. It explores Peter’s deep connection to the Samburu tribe, a community the team has grown close to throughout the project. The Samburu, pastoralists living a traditional lifestyle centered on livestock and the rains, are known for their vibrant rites of passage, colorful beads, and shukas. The documentary captures both their rich culture and the powerful bonds formed over years of collaboration.