Antonella Bonomi is a pioneer and entrepreneur who has dedicated her life to blending luxury hospitality with sustainability in one of the world’s most iconic wilderness areas, the Chyulu Hills, in Kenya.

Born and raised in Italy, Antonella studied law and briefly practiced before immersing herself in her first passion: the family wine business. Her early career in the wine industry instilled in her a deep appreciation for heritage, craftsmanship, and the natural environment—values that would later define her life’s work. Falling in love with Luca, her husband with whom she has three children, meant falling in love with Kenya, where they moved together over 30 years ago. There she embarked on an extraordinary journey to create a harmonious balance between tourism, Maasai culture, and environmental preservation.

Together, Luca and Antonella co-founded Campi ya Kanzi and Maasai Wilderness Conservation Trust. Kanzi is one of Africa’s first eco-lodges powered entirely by renewable energy and recognized globally for its regenerative tourism model. Nestled in the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro, the lodge represents Antonella’s unwavering commitment to protecting the environment while uplifting the local Maasai community.

Antonella’s journey has been one of bold choices and transformative experiences, from navigating the challenges of building a lodge in the remote Chyulu Hills to raising three children in the bush and forming lifelong friendships with the Maasai.