The Borana Conservancy is nestled between an arid landscape to the north and ancient indigenous forests to the south. This 32,000-acre conservation area is home to both Black and White Rhino and a wide variety of other endangered species. Borana lodge is located at the foot of Mt Kenya just North of the equator, resting on the Laikipia Plateau. From Borana, push further north into the Namunyak Conservancy in Northern Kenya. This wild and remote environment is home to the Samburu people with a rich and authentic cultural offering. A variety of activities are available from Kalepo Camp, designed to offer exploration and immersion into this unique landscape.
From Kalepo, you will fly to the Maasai Mara, a vast savannah teeming with life. You will see prides of lion, elephant herds, cheetah, leopard, and more. If you’re travelling between July and September, you might be lucky enough to witness the Great Migration. This natural phenomenon occurs as a year-round cycle between the Maasai Mara and Serengeti, when millions of wildebeest, zebra, and gazelle cross the Mara River in search of greener pastures. This is one of the most spectacular sights in the natural world and a thrilling experience for any wildlife lover.
You will stay in hand-picked boutique camps throughout your safari, offering luxurious accommodation, warm and genuine service, and authenticity. You will be guided by expert and passionate guides who share their knowledge and stories with you. Spend your days discovering the incredible wildlife whilst learning about the fascinating culture and traditions of the local communities.
This is more than just a safari. This is a journey of discovery, adventure, and inspiration. This is the wild wonder of Kenya.
Simulia guide will meet you at the international airport and transfer you to your hotel by private vehicle for the night. At Emakoko, you can relax and recover from your flight as you stay in a peaceful valley in the heart of the Nairobi National Park, enjoying a taste of safari from the first moment of your trip.
Prolific for its unique location bordering Kenya’s capital city, Nairobi National Park is both the oldest and smallest park in Kenya. Established in 1946, the park is home to predators including lion, leopard, cheetah and hyena as well as other large mammals such as buffalo, black rhino and giraffe. Located a short 45-minute drive from Nairobi’s major airports, The Emakoko is the ideal alternative to a city hotel when traveling to Kenya.
Heading to Borana Conservancy, you will be driven to Wilson Airport for your light aircraft flight to Lewa Airstrip. here, you will be met by a guide from Borana, and transferred to the conservancy, enjoying a game drive on your way to the lodge, where you will arrive in time for lunch.
At Borana, you can immerse yourself in various exciting activities such as game drives, invigorating walking safaris, horse riding or camel safaris, as you discover the wildlife-rich Lewa-Borana Conservancy. You have a good chance of seeing white or black rhino here, as well as big cats, elephant, and species unique to northern Kenya, such as Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe.
From Borana, you will transfer back to Lewa Airstrip to connect with your flight to Namunyak Conservancy. On arrival, you will be met by your guide and transferred to your exclusive use, luxury tented camp. In the northern frontier of Kenya, in the heart of Samburuland, lies Namunyak Wildlife Conservancy, an area of 850,000 acres of pristine wilderness in the Matthews Range. This remote landscape is home to the indigenous Samburu people whose age-old traditions are as much a part of the fabric of this land as the wildlife. This is one of Kenya’s most unique and beautiful wilderness areas, with many activities to enjoy during your stay, including time spent with the beautifully adorned Samburu people, witnessing the age-old traditions of the singing wells or visiting the community-run Reteti elephant orphanage.
Embark on a game drive to the airstrip and take a flight to the Maasai Mara to begin the final leg of your Kenyan safari adventure. Your guide will meet you and introduce you to the magic of the Maasai Mara, which is renowned as one of Africa’s most rewarding safari destinations for good reason. Along the way, you can stop to enjoy big cat sightings or other wildlife while en route to the camp, where lunch and a warm welcome await you.
Cottar’s is situated in a conservancy, ensuring an unspoiled and uncrowded experience with wildlife, as well as additional activities such as walking safaris, balloon flights, and community visits. Throughout the year, you can discover various animals in the vast savannah plains, from lion prides lounging to cheetah stalking gazelle in the long grass and pods of hippo splashing in a river. Salute the setting sun with a sundowner before returning to camp for dinner.
Game drive to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight back to Nairobi’s Wilson Airport, where an Asilia driver will meet you for the short transfer to the international airport for your onward flight.
1 x The Emakoko, Nairobi National Park, Kenya
3 x Borana Lodge, Borana Conservancy, Kenya
2 x Kalepo Camp, Namunyak Conservancy, Kenya
3 x Cottar’s 1920 Camp, Nairobi, Kenya
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