The difference is

that nothing’s the same.

Some trips evaporate.

They’re taken, and almost as quickly, forgotten.

Other journeys rewrite who you are.

Some trips evaporate.

They’re taken, and almost as quickly, forgotten.

Other journeys rewrite who you are.

At Tin Trunk we believe that the quality of the adventure requires an understanding of the adventurer.

That through careful study and preparation, your journey becomes more profound

At Tin Trunk we believe that the quality of the adventure requires an understanding of the adventurer.

That through careful study and preparation, your journey becomes more profound

Designed. Not overplanned.

A thoughtfulness that positions the traveller to find those indelible moments.

Designed. Not overplanned.

A thoughtfulness that positions the traveller to find those indelible moments.

In the end, our goal is simple.

To guide you on a departure from other luxury vacations. To leave you with memories that never quite leave you.

Because to be unmoved by the world – and unchanged by its journeys is not an acceptable outcome.

In the end, our goal is simple.

To guide you on a departure from other luxury vacations. To leave you with memories that never quite leave you.

Because to be unmoved by the world – and unchanged by its journeys is not an acceptable outcome.

Nella Nencini-Hutchings, Ph.D

The founder and CEO of Tin Trunk Safari, Nella Nencini-Hutchings, first visited Africa from her home in Tuscany almost two decades ago, while on a horse safari in Kenya. She fell in love with it and never left.

Since then, Nella has lived on Lake Naivasha with her family. She personally test-drives every place to which she sends clients and travels around the continent to ensure the lodges, camps and beach havens remain committed to the important conflation of wildlife conservation and local community, as well as to the highest care of Tin Trunk guests.

Nella is the only one who works with clients to design their trips, from start to finish, and when not hand-crafting epic journeys across Africa, she can be found piloting her Cessna 185 bush plane, “5Y-BAD”, or interviewing guides and conservationists for Nella’s Tin Trunk Podcast.

Nella Nencini-Hutchings, Ph.D

A Journey with Tin Trunk

Nella's Tin Trunk Podcast

Featured On

“The Badass Adventurer” – Robb Report
“Africa, My Africa” – Vanity Fair On Travel
“Nella Nencini” – India Hicks Extroardinary Lives
“Experience Africa” – Porter
“Wild Life” – Serendipty Magazine
“The Experts” – Conde Nast Traveller
“Best Bespoke Safari” – Vanity Fair

Client Comments

“Nella was outstanding in every way and the only owner/operator who understood and delivered the most memorable safari for our family. Every detail and experience was perfect, safe, and beyond expectation.”

“I am a different person after experiencing Africa with you. I feel so fortunate to have had the opportunity to ponder the marvels of this place in such a relaxed state of mind, all because you were always in the background making it all run smoothly. We truly appreciate your Herculean efforts at making this trip so extraordinary.”

“Your choices of camps could not have been better. Each stop had its own special feel. The wonders of the land, people and animals were beyond expectations - the awesomeness of it all!”

“If Africa had the ambition, the caring, the love, the consideration and the kindness you bring to this unique special place, it would be the brightest star of the world. It can only count its blessings that you have given your heart and soul, helping people discover the wonders of the continent. I can't imagine doing it with anyone more committed and genuine as you. I've been through the trip of my life. - You have found your calling.”

“We have had a life-changing 10 days through you. Both boys only want to go on holiday to Africa now.”

“Emotions fill me as our safari and African experience comes to an end. Just as you predicted, words cannot describe the beauty that is "Africa". Thank you for a reawakened passion for nature. I have found a new love of culture and peoples from every walk of life. These will remain deeply treasured memories to last a lifetime.”

“I think what set Tin Trunk apart was Nella getting to know us and then creating a highly tailored, immaculately planned experience. Our trip was a great mix of the sights only Africa can deliver, coupled with the right amount of downtime and personal time for each of us.”

“Nella brought her considerable passion, connections, and knowledge to the table, listened to what we wanted out of our three weeks and hand-crafted our safari. Nella has the rare ability to be madly organizing while appearing perfectly calm. Nella's love for Africa, it's diverse people, geography, and ecosystems is obvious from the moment we began planning with her, making it feel extremely personal.”

To begin planning your hand-crafted journey on safari in Africa &
throughout Egypt, please contact us at safari@tintrunksafari.com