Overview:
During this safari, you’ll have the opportunity to explore two of Kenya’s most magnificent wildlife areas. The Laikipia Plateau, located on a private concession, boasts breathtaking landscapes and an abundance of wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, and many more. In the Masai Mara Game Reserve, home to one of the world’s most impressive wildlife spectacles, the Great Wildebeest Migration, you’ll witness an awe-inspiring array of animals.
Highlights:
- View the spectacularly diverse wildlife, including the Big Five, on premier private concessions on the Laikipia Plateau and the Masai Mara Game Reserve.
- Stay in luxurious accommodations and enjoy exceptional hospitality and service from our expert guides and staff.
- Explore the iconic Masai Mara Game Reserve, home to one of the world’s most impressive wildlife spectacles, the Great Wildebeest Migration.
- Witness an awe-inspiring array of animals, from elephants to lions to leopards, in their natural habitats.
- Customize your tour to suit your needs, including changing the pickup time.
Advantages:
- Private Tour.
- The tour can start on any date that suits you.
- Top VIP Treatment.
- Enjoy an adventurous Hemingway-style safari experience with a modern twist, complete with luxurious and updated camps that reinvent the classic safari.
- Explore the diverse wildlife alongside handpicked safari guides who possess exceptional tracking skills, ensuring exceptional wildlife encounters.
- Witness Kenya’s awe-inspiring beauty from custom-made vehicles that provide an unobstructed view from every seat.
- Stay in a private conservancy
Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi, Kenya
Upon your arrival in Nairobi, you will be greeted by our representative who will transfer you to your luxurious hotel.
Accommodation: Fairmont The Norfolk
Day 2: Ol Pejeta Conservancy | Intimate Luxury
Camp Begin your luxury safari adventure with a scenic drive from Nairobi to Nanyuki, crossing the equator as you go. Continue to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a private reserve covering 90,000 acres of pristine African landscape, where the Big Five roam. Arrive at your stunning new tented camp, Sanctuary Tambarare, in time for lunch. The camp is nestled among fever trees, in the shadow of Mount Kenya, overlooking a grassy plateau. Your tent is spacious and airy, with a private veranda and an en-suite bathroom that features a walk-in shower.
Accommodation: Sanctuary Tambarare
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 3: Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Into the Bush Start your day with a morning game drive, highlighted by an up-close visit with the world’s last northern white rhinos in their heavily guarded enclosure. Afterward, enjoy a late afternoon game drive in this biodiverse region, home to black rhinos, Grévy’s zebras, reticulated giraffes, and much more.
Accommodation: Sanctuary Tambarare
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4: Ol Pejeta Conservancy | Design Your Day
Today, choose from a variety of “Design Your Day” activities that allow you to customize your experience to your liking. Options include a guided bush walk, an opportunity to interact with the Dogs of an Anti-Poacher Unit, a community interaction where you can meet the neighbors and see firsthand the work the conservancy undertakes, and a Chef’s Table experience featuring a cooking demonstration and tasting of local dishes. After lunch, head out on a late-afternoon game drive followed by dinner in camp.
Accommodation: Sanctuary Tambarare
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Wildlife Abounding Fly to the Masai Mara Game Reserve and check into your luxury safari lodge on a private stretch of the Mara River. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive that introduces you to the Masai Mara, where the action never seems to stop. The Mara’s lion population is the largest in the country, and the delicate ecosystem of the Mara is the focus of a major conservation effort to preserve one of Africa’s last true game strongholds. During your stay at the luxurious Sanctuary Olonana, enjoy the peace of mind that comes with being surrounded by nature.
Accommodation: Sanctuary Olonana
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Masai Mara Game Reserve
Endless Discovery Continue exploring the region on morning and afternoon game drives. Observe crocodiles basking in the sun, hippos wallowing in muddy, cooling water, and mischievous monkeys chattering overhead. Watch as huge elephants rustle along the forest edge, and graceful giraffes snatch leaves from branches high above.
Accommodation: Sanctuary Olonana
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7: MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE | EXCLUSIVE WORKSHOP
Today, you will have the opportunity to spot wildlife on the vast plains of the Masai Mara and visit a local Maasai village. After lunch, a local Maasai tribal member will conduct a workshop on bead making, giving you a deeper understanding of Maasai culture and the significance of their jewelry. This is an exclusive experience offered by A&K. Enjoy a Scenic Sundowner during your late afternoon game drive before gathering for a farewell dinner.
Accommodation: Sanctuary Olonana Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8: DEPART NAIROBI
Fly to Nairobi and relax in a reserved dayroom before transferring to the airport for your departing flight.
Accommodation: Ole-Sereni Hotel (dayroom) Meals: Breakfast
Inclusions:
- All transfers and flights within Kenya
- Accommodations in luxurious lodges and tented camps
- Daily meals as specified in the itinerary
- Experienced English-speaking guides
- Exclusive bead making workshop with a local Maasai tribal member
- Scenic Sundowner
- Park fees and game drives
Exclusions:
- International airfare
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Personal expenses such as laundry, drinks, and gratuities
Pricing Information:
Prices $8500per person based on double occupancy.
Accommodation Plan:
NAIROBI, KENYA: Fairmont The Norfolk
OL PEJETA CONSERVANCY : Sanctuary Tambarare
MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE: Sanctuary Olonana
DEPART NAIROBI: Ole-Sereni Hotel (dayroom)
Tips and Advice for Travelers:
- Bring comfortable and lightweight clothing suitable for hot and humid weather
- Pack sturdy walking shoes, a hat, and sunscreen
- Bring a camera with extra batteries and memory cards
- Stay hydrated and carry bottled water with you
- Respect the wildlife and follow the instructions of your guide
Trip Notes:
- This tour requires a moderate level of fitness and mobility
- Itinerary is subject to change based on weather and other factors
- Minimum age requirement is 12 years old
- This tour operates year-round
FAQs:
- Do I need a visa to travel to Kenya? Yes, visas are required for most nationalities. Please check with your embassy or consulate for the most up-to-date information.
- Is travel insurance mandatory? While travel insurance is not mandatory, we strongly recommend purchasing it to protect yourself in case of unforeseen circumstances.
- What is the luggage limit on domestic flights? The luggage limit on domestic flights is typically 15 kg (33 lbs) per person, including hand luggage.
- Can I customize my itinerary? Yes, we offer customizations to suit the needs of our travelers, including changing the pickup time.