Kenya Explorer Safari: Ol Pejeta, Soysambu & Masai Mara
- Duration
- 9 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 4,473
FIRST-CLASS | PRIVATE-GUIDED: Explore the wilds of Kenya on this journey to several conservancies in the country. Heading from Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Masai Mara National Reserve, you’ll stay in luxury safari camps as you enjoy game drives into the bush to see flamingos, lions, and the wonders of the Great Migration.
This 9-day Kenyan safari takes you to several nature conservancies throughout the country.
Your Kenya vacation begins in the capital, Nairobi. You might be a little overwhelmed when you first step foot in Nairobi, taken aback by the jungle of concrete high-rises and heavy traffic, but it won’t take you long to attune to the city’s vibrant energy. During your day in the city, take advantage of the incredible food scene in some of the many local restaurants and learn about the country’s history at the Nairobi National Museum.
Leave Nairobi and head to your first nature conservancy, Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Ol Pejeta Conservancy is famous for its conservation programs for white and black rhinos (it was home to the world’s last northern white rhino, Sudan, who died March 2018). It’s also the only conservancy in Kenya with a chimpanzee sanctuary. During your time at Ol Pejeta, you’ll stay at Sweetwaters Serena Camp, a 5-star luxury camp that has 39 premium tents with private verandas overlooking the central waterhole where wild animals come to wash and bathe each evening. Spend your time in the conservancy heading on game drives and visiting the chimpanzee sanctuary as well as the rhino centre, where you’ll learn about the efforts to revive extinct rhino species.
Continue your Kenyan safari by heading to Soysambu Wildlife Conservancy, located in the Great Rift Valley. You’ll stay at Lake Elementaita Luxury Camp, a 5-star camp that captures the romance of the past on the banks of Lake Elementaita. Spend a full day heading on a game drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, where you’ll see thousands of flamingos drawn to the alkaline in the lake. On the drive back to the lodge, you’ll also see Rothschild giraffes, rhinos, and leopards heading throughout the bush.
Close out your trip to Kenya in Masai Mara National Reserve, the most famous game reserve in Kenya. Staying in one of the spacious rooms at Mara Serena Safari Lodge, you’ll head on game drives throughout the park to see the Big Five. If you visit during the dry season, you’ll also get front-row seats to the Great Migration, that incredible movement of over one million wildebeest and zebras. During your time in the park, you’ll also visit a Masai village to meet the traditional inhabitants of the region and learn about their distinct cultural traditions. You’ll then return to Nairobi for your flight home.
- Duration
- 9 Days
- Prices From:
- US$ 4,473
Itinerary View Trip Map
Nairobi
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta Airport, you will be met and assisted by Goway's local representative. Transfer to your hotel for check in. The rest of the day is at leisure.
| Duration | 1 Night |
|---|---|
| Accommodation |
Nairobi Serena Hotel |
| Location | View map |
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Nairobi Serena Hotel
Set amongst the lush-green abundance of extensive tropical gardens, looking out over the gentle green avenues of Central Park and commanding a panoramic view over the glittering towers of downtown Nairobi, the Serena Hotel enjoys one of the finest locations in the city. All rooms …
Set amongst the lush-green abundance of extensive tropical gardens, looking out over the gentle green avenues of Central Park and commanding a panoramic view over the glittering towers of downtown Nairobi, the Serena Hotel enjoys one of the finest locations in the city.
All rooms are appointed to the highest international standards and have been individually interior designed along pan-African themes.
Onsite there is a Moroccan-styled all-day cafe, The Aksum Bar which offers a broad range of international labels, the al fresco Pool Bar and the Mandhari Restaurant offering Indian Ocean seafood.
Serena Hotel also offers access to the Maisha Health Club which boasts state-of-the-art facilities and opulent surroundings with a heated indoor pool, Moroccan jacuzzi, Turkish steam bath and a Swedish sauna.Facilities
- Bar(s)
- Business Centre
- Currency Exchange
- Gift Shop
- Gym/Fitness Centre
- Hair/Beauty Salon
- Internet Access
- Medical Services
- Pool (s)
- Reception (24 hrs)
- Restaurant(s)
- Sauna
- Secretarial Service
- Spa(Hot-tub)/Jacuzzi
Photo gallery
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Ol Pejeta Conservancy
After breakfast, drive to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy where you will arrive in time for check in. Ol Pejeta is a success story in matters conservation. It has played a critical role in conservation of endangered species like Black Rhinos. It is also home to the only Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Kenya. Enjoy lunch at the camp. In the afternoon embark on a game drive in the conservancy.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Sweetwaters Serena Camp |
| Location | View map |
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Sweetwaters Serena Camp
It's location in a private conservancy with a higher wildlife-to-area ratio than any of Kenya's national parks makes Sweetwaters Serena Camp one of the most exclusive tented safari camps in Kenya. A sheltered oasis, clustered around a water hole and set in the pristine calm …
It's location in a private conservancy with a higher wildlife-to-area ratio than any of Kenya's national parks makes Sweetwaters Serena Camp one of the most exclusive tented safari camps in Kenya. A sheltered oasis, clustered around a water hole and set in the pristine calm of the private Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Sweetwaters Serena Camp offers a charming blend of under-canvas ambiance and Kenyan safari luxury. Located on the plains of Mount Kenya, the camp features thirty-nine luxury tents, each with its own private veranda overlooking the water hole.
Facilities
- Baby-Sitting(on request)
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Centre
- Conference Room
- Doctor on Call
- Gift Shop
- Reception
- Restaurant
- Swimming Pool
- WiFi
Photo gallery
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Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Today the whole day will be spent in Ol Pejeta Conservancy. The activities of the day include a visit to the Morani Centre, lion tracking, a visit to the rhino centre, chimp sanctuary and game drives.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Soysambu Wildlife Conservancy
After breakfast you will be collected for the drive taking you past the Aberdares mountain range to the floor of the Great Rift Valley. Your destination is Soysambu Ranch where the well-appointed Lake Elmenteita Serena is located. The ecosystem, being part of the Great Rift Valley and with the presence of the alkaline lake of Elmenteita supports lots of bird life as well as lots of plains game. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in the Soysambu conservancy.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 2 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Lake Elmenteita Luxury Camp |
| Location | View map |
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Lake Elmenteita Luxury Camp
The Lake Elmenteita Luxury Camp is uniquely situated on the shoreline of sapphire-blue Lake Elmenteita within the Soysambu Wildlife Conservancy in the Great Rift Valley. It is here that hundreds of thousands of birds congregate every year. This area of breathtaking beauty is also home …
The Lake Elmenteita Luxury Camp is uniquely situated on the shoreline of sapphire-blue Lake Elmenteita within the Soysambu Wildlife Conservancy in the Great Rift Valley. It is here that hundreds of thousands of birds congregate every year. This area of breathtaking beauty is also home to many rare species of animals and is less than two hours' drive from Nairobi. Evocatively styled to echo the area's rich history, the camp blends aristocratic elegance with modern luxury and offers cuisine and service of fittingly high standards.
Facilities
- Restaurant
- WiFi
Photo gallery
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Soysambu Wildlife Conservancy
Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park for a full day's game drive. Lake Nakuru is well known as the home to thousands of lesser and greater flamingo. This park also provides sanctuary for Rothschild giraffe, rhino and leopard. Lunch will be had at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge after which you will proceed on afternoon game drive. Later in the evening, transfer back to your lodge at Lake Elmenteita.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Masai Mara National Game Reserve
Drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve offering wonderful scenery and plenty of game. It is perhaps the only region left in Kenya where the visitor may see animals in the same super-abundance as existed a century ago. Another exciting game drive en-route to your lodge, as well as a visit to Masai village will be included today.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
|---|---|
| Duration | 3 Nights |
| Accommodation |
Mara Serena Safari Lodge |
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Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Mara Serena Safari Lodge is set high on a bush-cloaked hill, embraced by arcing vistas and washed by a sea of richly rolling grasslands, it stands centre-stage to one of Africa's most dramatic wildlife arenas and has a ringside seat for the greatest wildlife show …
Mara Serena Safari Lodge is set high on a bush-cloaked hill, embraced by arcing vistas and washed by a sea of richly rolling grasslands, it stands centre-stage to one of Africa's most dramatic wildlife arenas and has a ringside seat for the greatest wildlife show on Earth, the legendary migration of the wildebeest.
The wide-spaced and secluded rooms have been sensitively designed so as to blend seamlessly into the landscape whilst offering magnificent Mara-vistas from their private verandas. As for the interiors, individually styled in exuberant bush colours they feature spacious bathrooms and the calm sophistication of a world-class hotel.
The hotel serves breakfast by the Hippo Pool, a range of bush dinners, sundowners at one of the Mara's many vantage points, private picnics, lunch boxes and specialist cultural entertainments. Also there is beauty therapy and massage services, swimming pool, nature walks, bird watching, balloon safaris and game drives.Facilities
- Babysitting Service
- Bar(s)
- Daycare/Babysitting Service
- Doctor on Call
- Express Check In/Out
- Family Room
- Free WiFi
- Games Room
- Gift Shop
- Laundry/Dry Cleaning Service
- Medical Services
- Pool (s)
- Restaurant(s)
- Swimming Pool
Photo gallery
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Masai Mara National Game Reserve
The whole day is spent in Masai Mara Game Reserve with scheduled morning and late afternoon game drives in the park.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Masai Mara National Game Reserve
An early morning wakeup call as you head out on a morning game drive and later proceed to the appointed site for Hippo pool breakfast. The rest of the morning is at leisure followed by lunch at your lodge and your last afternoon game drive.
Afternoon game viewing drive.
| Meal Plan | Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner |
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Departure
Drive to Nairobi, Kenya's colorful capital city. Transfer to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta Airport for your onward flight.
Other Information
DEPARTURES:
Daily
PRICE INCLUDES:
- Private arrival and departure airport transfers
- 1 night in first-class accommodation in Nairobi
- 2 nights in first-class accommodations in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- 2 nights in first-class accommodations in Soysambu Wildlife Conservancy
- 3 nights in first-class accommodations in Masai Mara Game Reserve
- Transportation on safari in a private 4x4 vehicle
- Services of a qualified English-speaking driver/guide
- Private afternoon game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Choice of activities on Day 3 including: Visit to the Morani Centre, Rhino Centre, Chimp Sanctuary, Lion tracking or game drives
- Private afternoon game drive in Soysambu Wildlife Conservancy
- Private full day game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park
- Masai village visit
- Private game drive enroute to accommodation in Masai Mara (time permitting)
- Private morning and afternoon game drives in Masai Mara on days 7 & 8
- Hippo Pool breakfast at the Mara Serena Lodge
- All park and conservancy fees
- Government taxes
- 8 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 7 dinners
PRICE EXCLUDES:
- Travel Insurance
- International and domestic airfares and air taxes
- Meals and beverages not explicitly listed as included
- Gratuities
- Optional excursions
- Items of a personal nature
- Visa fees if applicable
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
Prices are "from" per person based on twin/double share accommodation and for travel in low season. Seasonal surcharges and blackout dates may apply. Limited seat/spaces and all pricing is subject to change and availability. Rates for single or triple travellers are available on request - please inquire.
15 May 2023
