Experience Kenya’s golden savannas where iconic wildlife, meaningful encounters, and unforgettable landscapes come together in a journey designed just for you.
Choosing small means giving big! Your trip investment directly benefits local communities, wildlife, and conservation programs across Kenya. This journey lets you experience the heart of Africa while leaving a positive footprint with each step you take.
Duration: 10 nights / 11 days
Dates: December 2025
Start: Nairobi | End: Nairobi
Group Size: 8 – 16 travelers
Pace: Active, immersive, and soul-stirring
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what to expect
Experience Highlights
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Watching elephants roam beneath Mt. Kenya’s shadow on a golden afternoon as you rest on your front deck in Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Rhino Conservation
Experience Kenya’s golden savannas where iconic wildlife, meaningful encounters, and unforgettable landscapes come together in a journey designed just for you. Seek out the Big Five, meet Baraka the blind rhino, and visit rescued chimpanzees at Sweetwaters.
Explore the Heart of Nairobi
Feed and learn about baby elephants at Sheldrick’s Wildlife Trust, step into colonial-era Kenya at the famed author, Karen Blixen former home or bead a necklace, at Kazuri beads.
Samburu National Reserve
Go off the beaten path in northern Kenya and find rare species like the Gerenuk and Grevy’s zebra, two of the “Samburu Special Five” a tremendous reserve, filled with an abundance of wildlife.
Lake Nakuru & Crescent Island
Walk among zebras and wildebeest on Crescent Island, then witness flocks of flamingos at Lake Nakuru. Experience Africa under your feet, as you walk the lake and view game from the lakes edge.
Northern White Rhino Experience
An incredible opportunity to get up close and personal while you learn and participate in the special Northern White Rhino experience, offering a rare opportunity to learn about this critical conservation effort up close.
ADVENTURE, CONNECTION, IMPACT, LET’S GO..
Travel With Us To Kenya
Learn about baby elephants—or step into colonial-era Kenya at the famed author Karen Blixen’s former house, turned museum.
Walk among zebras and wildebeest on Crescent Island, then witness flocks of flamingos at Lake Nakuru.
Seek out the Big Five, meet Baraka the blind rhino, and visit rescued chimpanzees.
Toast the sunsets with sundowners in a remote eco-lodge while you reminisce about your days.
Go off the beaten path in northern Kenya and find rare species like the gerenuk and Grevy’s zebra.
Watching elephants roam beneath Mt. Kenya’s shadow on a golden afternoon.
The Itinerary
Day by Day Experience
Day 1
Arrive In Nairobi
On arrival in Nairobi, you will be met and transferred to a local Lodge, a charming retreat on the edge of Nairobi National Park. Settle in, refresh after your travels, and enjoy your first dinner in Kenya, with time to unwind and adjust to the new time zone.
Day 2
Relax + Optional Experiences
Today is dedicated to exploring Nairobi according to your interests, with activities curated in advance (for example, visits to local conservation projects, craft markets, or cultural sites). Return to the Lodge in the late afternoon to relax by the fire or on the terrace, followed by dinner at the lodge.
Day 3
Scenic Drive to Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, depart by road through the Great Rift Valley towards Lake Nakuru, continuing on to the Naivasha area. On arrival at Mbweha, you will have time to settle in before heading out for a guided walk on Crescent Island, taking in the scenery and viewing plains game on foot. Dinner is served at the lodge this evening.
Day 4
Lake Nakuru National Park
Spend the day on game drives in Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its rich birdlife and resident populations of rhino, big cats, and plains game. Your guide will tailor the timing of your drives to maximise wildlife viewing while allowing time to return to Mbweha to relax between activities.
Day 5
Soysambu Conservancy
Today you explore the private Soysambu Conservancy, enjoying the flexibility and exclusivity that a private reserve affords. With your guide, you will search for wildlife in varied habitats and soak up expansive views, returning to Mbweha for meals and a tranquil evening.
Day 6
To Nanyuki – Ol Pejeta Conservancy
After breakfast, depart by road towards Nanyuki and the renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy. On arrival, check in at Le Rustique and take time to relax, then head out for an introductory game drive in Ol Pejeta, where you can begin to discover its high densities of wildlife and strong conservation focus.
Day 7
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in Ol Pejeta, known for its excellent sightings of rhino, big cats, and other iconic species. Today you may also opt (at additional cost) to participate in the special Northern White Rhino experience, offering a rare opportunity to learn about this critical conservation effort up close.
Day 8
Nanyuki to Samburu National Reserve
Depart Nanyuki by road for the scenic 4.5‑hour drive to Samburu National Reserve, watching the landscape shift as you travel north into Kenya’s more arid, dramatic terrain. On arrival at Elephant Bedroom, settle into your tented suite and later head out on your first Samburu game drive, followed by dinner overlooking the river.
Day 9
Samburu National Reserve
Today is devoted to exploring Samburu National Reserve on game drives, seeking out the region’s unique “Samburu Special Five” alongside elephants, big cats, and abundant birdlife. Between activities, relax at Elephant Bedroom and enjoy the lodge’s peaceful setting.
Day 10
Samburu National Reserve
Continue your discovery of Samburu with further morning and afternoon game drives, tailored to your preferences and wildlife interests. This final full safari day offers time to revisit favourite areas, savour lingering sightings, and enjoy a last evening under the African sky.
Day 11
Safarilink flight to Nairobi
After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your Safarilink flight to Nairobi. On arrival, you will be assisted with your connection to your onward international flight, bringing your Kenyan journey to a close.
The Accommodations
Where We Will Stay
You will stay in intimate lodges chosen for their character, comfort, and proximity to wildlife.
Ololo Lodge
Nairobi
Nestled in the quiet of Nairobi National Park, this boutique lodge offers warm hospitality, restful comfort, an immediate sanctuary and game viewing opportunities.
Mbweha Camp
Lake Nakuru
Tucked in a private conservancy near Lake Nakuru, this stylish lava-stone lodge blends rustic charm with luxury, offering bush walks, game drives, and starlit dinners in the heart of the Great Rift Valley.
Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Nanyuki
Nestled in the heart of Ol Pejeta Conservancy beneath Mount Kenya, this elegant tented camp offers stylish safari comfort each en‑suite tent overlooks a wildlife‑friendly waterhole, where elephants and rhinos often gather
Elephant Bedroom Camp
Samburu National Reserve
Tucked beneath doum palms along the Ewaso Nyiro River in Samburu National Reserve, this intimate tented lodge blends rustic style with luxury each canvas suite boasts a private plunge pool and river-view deck
Note: Accommodations are subject to change. Lodges may vary based on availability, but will be comparable in star level & services.
THE DETAILS
Inclusions VS Exclusions
THE DETAILS
Inclusions
Transportation: All in-country transportation throughout the trip for group experiences
Trip Director: A seasoned MPE director accompanies the group throughout the journey
Daily Breakfast + Select Meals
Tours and Activities: All organized group tours and activities
Guide Gratuities: Gratuities for guides during all organized tours and activities are included
Exclusions
Visa or Passport Fees: Costs associated with obtaining passports and visas
Run Wild on the Golden Savannas
$9,799
Per Person, Double Room occupancy,
Single Rooms based on availability
Reserve your spot for a $1500 deposit
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