Trip Info
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pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
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game drives & evening/night game drives
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2-20
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To be provided during the trip
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To be provided during the trip
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English, French, Arabic, Spanish
Overview
Kenya’s incredible wildlife ensures that every game drive feels unique, no matter how many times you go. A night game drive adds a whole new level of excitement, taking you into the savannah after dark where a different world comes alive. With the help of spotlight beams, you may witness fascinating nocturnal behavior and spot elusive animals rarely seen during the day. Guided by experienced Maasai experts who have grown up alongside this wildlife, you will discover hidden moments that make the experience truly unforgettable.
Highlights
- Luxury tour: This luxury tour uses lodges and tented camps.
- Private tour: This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
- Can start any day: If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
- Can be customized: You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
- Suitable for solo travelers: Solo travelers can book this private tour.
- Suitable for all ages: This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Itinerary
After breakfast, your guide will pick you up from your hotel and you will set off in a comfortable 4x4 pop up safari vehicle from Nairobi to the beautiful Mara North Conservancy. Along the way, enjoy breathtaking views of the Great Rift Valley, with its sweeping landscapes and ever changing scenery, as you pass through vibrant Kenyan towns and villages.
You will travel through Narok, a hub of Maasai culture, before the landscape gradually opens into wide savannah plains leading toward the Mara. Arriving in time for lunch, you will enjoy your first glimpses of wildlife en route to Karen Blixen Camp. After lunch and a short rest, head out for an exciting afternoon game drive to begin your safari adventure.
Main Destination: Mara North Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara)
Best Time To Go June to October (Wildlife), November to April (Birding)
High Season June to October and December to March
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Camp
- Luxury tented camp located inside Mara North Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara)
Meals & Drinks:
- Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Begin your day with an early cup of tea or coffee before heading out at dawn to catch a stunning sunrise as the savannah comes to life. Watch wildlife stirring in the soft morning light, then enjoy a memorable bush breakfast after a couple of hours in the wild.
One of the highlights of the day is a visit to the hyena center, where you will learn about these fascinating animals, their complex social structure, and their important role as both scavengers and skilled hunters. After lunch and some time to relax, set out again for an afternoon game drive filled with new sightings and stories.
As night falls, prepare for an exciting nocturnal game drive. In the darkness, every sound feels closer and the thrill of spotting wildlife intensifies. Predators such as big cats and hyenas become active, and with a bit of luck, you may even encounter the rare striped hyena. Other nocturnal creatures like aardwolves, aardvarks, caracals, and owls may also reveal themselves under the night sky.
Main Destination: Mara North Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara)
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Camp
- Luxury tented camp located inside Mara North Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara)
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
Day 3 offers a range of exciting options to suit your sense of adventure. You can enjoy morning and afternoon game drives, discovering new wildlife activity and capturing incredible photos and videos across the Mara.
For a truly unforgettable experience, you may opt for an early morning balloon safari at an additional cost. Float gently above the plains as the sun rises, taking in sweeping views of the landscape and herds below, before landing for a special champagne bush breakfast.
Another unique option is a guided horseback safari, allowing you to get closer to wildlife from a different perspective. Animals are often more relaxed around horses, creating a rare and memorable encounter.
If you are drawn to the magic of the night, an additional nocturnal game drive can also be arranged, offering more chances to witness the Mara’s fascinating nightlife.
Main Destination: Mara North Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara)
Accommodation: Karen Blixen Camp
- Luxury tented camp located inside Mara North Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara)
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)
After breakfast, you will depart the camp and enjoy a scenic game drive as you leave the Mara, heading toward the beautiful Lake Nakuru National Park. Often called the Pink Lake, it is famous for its large flocks of flamingos that create a stunning splash of color along the shoreline.
The journey offers a refreshing change in scenery, transitioning from open savannah to lush farmlands, charming towns, and eventually the lively city of Nakuru. After arriving at your lodge and enjoying lunch, set out on an afternoon game drive where you may spot rhinos, flamingos, Rothschild giraffes, monkeys, and a variety of waterbirds.
Main Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)
Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
- Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast and a short morning game drive, you will journey toward Ol Pejeta Conservancy. The drive is scenic, passing through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley before giving way to rolling hills and open plains. Along the way, you will pass through local towns, offering a glimpse into everyday life, as the terrain gradually becomes more rugged approaching the conservancy.
Once a cattle ranch, Ol Pejeta was transformed into a renowned wildlife conservancy and is now one of the leading rhino sanctuaries in Kenya. It is also home to a chimpanzee sanctuary established in 1993, and famously protects the last remaining northern white rhinos. The area is rich in wildlife, including reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebras, and many other iconic species.
After lunch and some time to relax, head out for an afternoon game drive. As evening falls, prepare for an exciting nocturnal game drive, when the bush comes alive in a completely different way. You may spot hippos grazing on land, hear the sounds of the wild intensify, and witness predators like big cats on the hunt under the cover of darkness.
Main Destination: Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
- Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Ol Pejeta Conservancy offers a variety of exciting activities. You can interact with the anti poaching dogs and their handlers, even trying tracking exercises yourself.
Enjoy a unique horseback experience to view rhinos and other wildlife up close, or visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, supported by Jane Goodall, where each rescued chimpanzee has its own story.
Game drives continue to deliver amazing wildlife sightings, with a chance to spot rare species like wild dogs. You can also choose one last night game drive for a final adventure.
Main Destination: Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
- Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Meals & Drinks:
- All meals included
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive through Ol Pejeta Conservancy as you begin your journey back to Nairobi. The drive through Laikipia is peaceful and scenic, with rolling plains giving way to the dramatic views of the Great Rift Valley.
Along the way, you will stop in Thika to visit its beautiful waterfalls and enjoy lunch, with an optional picnic experience available.
You will then continue back to Nairobi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport. Optional accommodation can be arranged if you wish to rest before your flight.
As your journey comes to an end, you will carry with you unforgettable memories of a truly remarkable safari experience.
Main Destination: Nairobi (City)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
- Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
- Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Park fees (For non-residents)
- All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinks (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Cost Excludes
- International flights (From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
FAQ
This experience focuses on nocturnal wildlife, offering night game drives where you can observe animals that are rarely seen during the day, including predators and other elusive species.
Yes, night drives are conducted by highly trained guides using specialized vehicles and spotlights, ensuring both safety and an exciting, well guided experience.
You may encounter lions, leopards, hyenas, and possibly rarer species such as aardvarks, aardwolves, caracals, and owls, depending on location and luck.
Absolutely. The itinerary balances daytime and nighttime activities, making it ideal for both first time visitors and experienced safari enthusiasts.
It is recommended to bring warm clothing, as evenings can be cool, along with a camera suitable for low light, binoculars, and a sense of adventure.
Yes, depending on the itinerary, you may have options such as additional night drives, cultural visits, or unique experiences like horseback safaris or conservancy activities at an extra cost.
