Roosevelt Amazon Expedition
The rapids on the Roosevelt at high water, boulders and whitewater

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Two legendary adventures. One extraordinary legacy.

More than a century ago, Theodore Roosevelt embarked on two remarkable journeys that would become enduring chapters in the history of exploration: his African safari and his groundbreaking expedition into the Brazilian Amazon.

Newland, Tarlton & Co., safaris and expeditions, Nairobi, Kenya, established 1904

/ Newland Tarlton & Co. × Amazon Roosevelt

Safaris & expeditions,
Nairobi, since 1904

Today, Newland Tarlton & Co. and Amazon Roosevelt bring these extraordinary adventures to life once again, offering travelers the opportunity to explore the landscapes, wildlife, and history that shaped Roosevelt’s legacy.

With Newland Tarlton & Co., guests can experience the spirit of discovery that defined Roosevelt’s African safari. At Amazon Roosevelt, they can venture into the remote heart of the Brazilian Amazon, where Roosevelt and Brazilian explorer Cândido Rondon navigated the river that would later bear Roosevelt’s name.

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A cheetah standing on a mound at first light, on the open Kenyan plains
An elephant walking past a safari vehicle with guests aboard, in the Kenyan bush

Though separated by continents, these destinations share a common heritage: the courage to venture into the unknown, a fascination with the natural world, and a legacy of exploration that continues to inspire generations.

Our partnership connects these two historic adventures through immersive experiences designed for modern explorers seeking more than an ordinary journey.

/ Their camp

The other half, in their own photographs.

An early twentieth century safari party posed in tall grass beside a United States flag
A whitewashed farmhouse under a thatched roof, among tall trees at low sun
The inside of a canvas safari tent, with a bed, a writing desk and a lantern lit
A tented camp lit by lanterns at dusk, with guests seated by the trees
A leather campaign chair and folding table beside a canvas washstand and a Land Rover
An embroidered badge reading Roosevelt Safari Trail, Kenya, newlandtarltonsafaris.com

/ And here

Two rivers, eight rods a week.

The Roosevelt and the Guariba are ours, and they are the only two we run. If that is the trip you are after, the dates are here.

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