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Cottar's Safaris's new experience allows guests to track birds of prey in Kenya. Photo: Cottar's Safaris
Cottar's Safaris is introducing a six-night safari in the Masai Mara that allows guests to learn about
raptors. The expert-led experience, which runs from May 24 to 30, supports conservation efforts
through Kenya Bird of Prey Trust.

Guests will gain rare insight into the world of raptors, from the martial eagle and owls to vultures,
tracking the birds of prey and monitoring their nests. They will also learn more about the work of
KBOPT's Mara Raptor Project, which aims to preserve critical habitats.

The safari allows guests to adopt a raptor in need, plus a $1,000 contribution per guest is built into
the package to support the organisation.

The experience costs $8,286 per person, based on two adults sharing on a full-board basis in a
luxury tent at Cottar's 1920s Camp.

Another half-day immersive raptor package for $780 per group is also being introduced year-
round.

Airline weighs passengers with luggage to ensure safe take-off

Finland's flagship airline has started weighing passengers in a bid to ensure the airline does not
exceed maximum weight for a safe take-off.

Finnair has assured its guests weigh-ins are “voluntary and anonymous”, however, and collected
data will not be linked to any personal information.

The passengers are weighed with their carry-on luggage and the customer service agent is the
only person able to see the total measurement.

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