Overview
Ol Pejeta Conservancy • Samburu National Reserve • Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
Wildlife. Conservation. Northern Kenya.
Explore three of Kenya’s remarkable wildlife destinations on a private seven-day overland safari combining rhino conservation, distinctive northern wildlife and community-focused experiences.
Begin at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, known for its rhino conservation work and diverse wildlife. Continue north to Samburu National Reserve, where dry-country landscapes provide a home for elephants, big cats and the distinctive Samburu Special Five. Your journey concludes at Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, a celebrated conservation landscape known for its commitment to protecting endangered wildlife.
Beyond traditional game drives, optional walking safaris and conservation or community experiences can offer a closer perspective on the relationship between wildlife, local communities and the landscapes they share.
Designed for travellers interested in wildlife, photography and responsible tourism, this journey reveals a different dimension of Kenya’s natural heritage.
Highlights
- Rhino Conservation
- The Samburu Special Five
- Three Conservation Landscapes
- Wildlife & Photography
- Walking Experiences
- Authentic Northern Kenya
- Community & Conservation Experiences
Itinerary
Your safari begins in Nairobi with a private drive north towards the Laikipia region and Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
As you leave Nairobi behind, the landscape gradually changes from the busy city and agricultural highlands to the open plains of Laikipia.
Arrive at your camp in time for lunch and some time to settle in before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.
Ol Pejeta is one of Kenya's leading wildlife conservation areas and offers excellent opportunities to see black and white rhinos, elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes and other wildlife.
Return to camp as the sun sets over the conservancy.
Overnight: Standard / Value accommodation or upgrade option
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, head out to explore Ol Pejeta with a morning game drive. The conservancy offers excellent opportunities to encounter rhinos, elephants, lions, buffalo and other wildlife.
The afternoon can be tailored around your interests, with time for another game drive or one of Ol Pejeta's optional experiences.
Optional experiences may include:
- Night game drive – discover Ol Pejeta after dark and look for nocturnal wildlife.
- Guided walking safari – experience the conservancy on foot and learn more about its wildlife, plants and ecosystems.
- Rhino and conservation experiences – gain a deeper insight into Ol Pejeta's pioneering conservation work.
- Canine anti-poaching unit experience – learn how specially trained dogs support wildlife protection.
- Photography-focused activities – spend additional time in the field with opportunities for wildlife photography.
Return to camp for dinner and relax beneath the Laikipia night sky.
Overnight: Standard / Value accommodation or upgrade option
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Optional activities are subject to availability, operating schedules and additional charges. Advance booking is recommended.
After breakfast, continue north towards Samburu.
The drive provides a fascinating change of scenery as you leave the greener highlands of Laikipia and enter the drier, more rugged landscapes of Northern Kenya.
Arrive in the Samburu region for lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.
The combination of rocky hills, open plains and the Ewaso Nyiro River creates a dramatic setting for wildlife viewing.
Overnight: Standard / Value accommodation or upgrade option
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Spend a full day exploring the Samburu ecosystem.
Samburu is famous for its distinctive northern wildlife, including the Samburu Special Five — Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and Somali ostrich.
Your game drives may also reveal elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo and a rich variety of birdlife.
Optional: Reteti Elephant Sanctuary
Guests with a particular interest in conservation may add a visit to Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, a community-owned elephant sanctuary in the wider Samburu landscape.
The experience provides insight into elephant rescue, rehabilitation and the important role local communities play in wildlife conservation.
Reteti visits are optional, subject to availability and scheduling, and should be arranged in advance.
Overnight: Standard / Value accommodation or upgrade option
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, depart Samburu and continue towards Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.
The landscape changes once again as you approach the foothills of Mount Kenya and the conservation landscapes of Lewa.
Arrive at your lodge for lunch before enjoying an afternoon game drive.
Lewa is internationally recognised for its wildlife conservation work, particularly its rhino conservation programmes, while also providing habitat for elephants, Grevy's zebra, giraffes, lions and numerous other species.
Overnight: Standard / Value accommodation or upgrade option
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Enjoy a full day exploring Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.
Begin with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active, followed by breakfast at the lodge.
Depending on your selected accommodation and meal plan, you may enjoy additional game drives, a guided walking experience or selected conservation activities. Some activities are included in specific full-board or game packages, while others may be available at an additional cost.
Lewa offers a different perspective on safari, where wildlife conservation, community development and responsible tourism are closely connected.
Spend your final evening surrounded by the beautiful landscapes of Northern Kenya.
Overnight: Standard / Value accommodation or upgrade option
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Activities and inclusions vary by lodge, package and availability. Any additional charges will be clearly indicated in your quotation.
Wake early for your final morning game drive in Lewa.
Enjoy the quiet of the conservancy as the day begins and take one last opportunity to observe wildlife before returning to the lodge for breakfast.
After breakfast, begin your journey back to Nairobi.
Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, where your safari ends with a drop-off at your hotel or the airport.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch not included
Includes and Excludes
What's Included
- Private safari transportation in a 4×4 safari vehicle
- Services of a professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
- Accommodation for 6 nights based on the selected accommodation option
- Meals as specified in the itinerary
- Game drives as indicated in the itinerary
- Ol Pejeta/Lewa Conservancy fees
- Samburu park fees/conservancy fees where applicable
- Drinking water in the safari vehicle
- Pick-up in Nairobi at the start of the safari
- Drop-off in Nairobi at the end of the safari
- Government taxes and applicable service charges
- NB: Inclusions may vary depending on the selected accommodation and final quotation. Your personalized quotation will clearly indicate all applicable park, conservancy and activity fees.
What's Excluded
- International and domestic flights
- Kenya entry requirements, including the Kenya Electronic Travel Authorisation (eTA) and mandatory inbound travel insurance, where applicable
- Accommodation before or after the safari
- Optional activities and experiences not specifically included in the quotation
- Reteti Elephant Sanctuary fees
- Drinks other than those specifically included by the accommodation
- Personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls and souvenirs
- Travel and medical insurance
- Tips and gratuities
- Any services not specifically mentioned under What's Included
- Pre- and post-safari accommodation can be arranged upon request.
