Trip Details
Nairobi | Ol Pejeta Conservancy | Lake Elmenteita | Lake Nakuru | Maasai Mara
- Summary
- Itinerary
- Pricing
- Options & Add-ons
Discover
- Animal sightings on safari such as lion, elephant, and zebra.
- Outstanding tented accommodations at Sweetwaters Serena Camp.
- The picturesque beauty of the Kenyan countryside.
Explore
- Kenya in a specially designed 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof.
- Lake Nakuru, home to both black and white rhinos.
- The plains of the Maasai Mara where vast herds of animals roam free.
Experience
- Evening cocktails on cliffs overlooking Lake Elmenteita.
- An interactive cooking class with the chef of Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp.
- Breakfast by a Hippo pool in the Maasai Mara.
Choice
- Enjoy incredible views from a hot air balloon over the Mara.
The experience educates our guests on the importance of natural ecosystems or wildlife conservation and contributes to their restoration or repopulation by staying at Ol Pejeta Conservancy, which works to conserve wildlife, provide a sanctuary for great apes, and to generate income through wildlife tourism and complementary enterprise for reinvestment in conservation and communities.
Today, Ol Pejeta is the largest black rhino sanctuary in east Africa, and home to two of the world’s last remaining northern white rhino. It is the only place in Kenya to see chimpanzees, in a Sanctuary established to rehabilitate animals rescued from the black market. It has some of the highest predator densities in Kenya, and still manages a very successful livestock programme. Ol Pejeta also seeks to support the people living around its borders, to ensure wildlife conservation translates to better education, healthcare and infrastructure for the next generation of wildlife guardians.
Day 1 - Depart USA
From the moment you board your Kenya Airways flight you will feel the warm African hospitality that the continent is known for. Sit back, relax, and get ready for a memorable safari vacation.
Day 2 - Arrive Nairobi
On arrival at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by a Lion World Travel representative and transferred to the 5-star Nairobi Serena Hotel.
Dinner tonight is included at your hotel.
Accommodation: Nairobi Serena Hotel - Standard Room (D)
Day 3 - Nairobi/Ol Pejeta Conservancy
After breakfast depart in a 4x4wd Safari Land cruiser that is custom designed with a pop-up roof for maximum game viewing.
Take a scenic drive to Sweetwaters Serena Camp located in a private conservancy with a higher wildlife-to-area ratio than any of Kenya's national parks. Arrive in time for lunch.
During your afternoon game drive, visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a haven established by the Jane Goodall Institute to provide refuge to orphaned chimps and black rhino. There are 165 critically endangered eastern black rhinos that roam the conservancy. Return to the camp for dinner.
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp - Morani Tent (B, L, D)
Day 4 - Nakuru/Lake Elmenteita
After breakfast drive towards Lake Elmenteita with a brief stop at the Thompson's Falls for a breathtaking view, arriving in time for lunch at Lake Elmenteita Serena Lodge.
This afternoon, enjoy sundowner drinks overlooking the lake. Return to the camp for dinner.
Accommodation: Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp - Deluxe Tent (B, L, D)
Day 5 - Lake Elmenteita
Depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, offering a variety of wildlife including prides of lion, Cape buffalo, waterbucks, wart hogs, the endangered Rothschild giraffes, black and white Rhino, Burchell’s zebra, impalas, and the elusive leopard among many others.
Lunch at camp followed by an interactive cooking class. Later enjoy dinner at the camp.
Accommodation: Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp - Deluxe Tent (B, L, D)
Day 6 - Lake Elmenteita/Maasai Mara National Reserve
Enjoy a game drive en route to Mara Serena Safari Lodge. Arrive in time for lunch at the camp and some relaxation time.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge - Lodge Room (B, L, D)
Day 7 - Maasai Mara National Reserve
A full day in the Maasai Mara after an early breakfast at the lodge followed by a full day game drive with a picnic box lunch.
Return to the camp for dinner.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge - Lodge Room (B, L, D)
Day 8 - Maasai Mara National Reserve
A superb Hippo pool breakfast has been arranged for you on the banks of the world-famous Mara River.
After your leisurely breakfast your Maasai warrior guides you back along the riverbank to your vehicle. Enjoy another game drive as you drive back to the lodge.
At around 4pm, depart on an afternoon game viewing drive. Return to the lodge in the evening.
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge - Lodge Room (B, L, D)
Day 9 - Maasai Mara/Nairobi/Depart
After breakfast depart the Maasai Mara and drive to Nairobi.
Transfer to the Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel, where you have the use of a dayroom. Later you will be transferred to Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. (B)
Day 10 - Arrive USA
Arrive in New York on your Kenya Airways flight.
Return home with a lifetime of memories!
Add-Ons
Azure Zanzibar
Zanzibar is the perfect post-safari beach destination, with its white sandy beaches, azure waters and alluring culture. Check out our Azure Zanzibar itinerary or speak to one of our Africa Specialists for more information.
OPTIONAL EXCURSIONS
Hot Air Balloon
Enhance your safari with a peaceful and scenic view over the Maasai Mara in a hot Air Balloon US$500 per person.
Includes Air
2024
Prices are in US Dollars and are per person based on double occupancy accommodations and include fuel surcharges, Government taxes, departure fees and September 11th Security Fee. Based on a minimum of 4 passengers to operate.
No Single Supplement on specific departures based on limited availability. Ask a Safari Specialist for details.
US$5099 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
November 15 - ON REQUEST
November 22 - ON REQUEST
US$5199 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
November 29 - ON REQUEST
US$5799 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
December 13 - ON REQUEST
US$5999 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
December 20 - ON REQUEST
US$5999 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
December 27 - ON REQUEST
2025
Prices are in US Dollars and are per person based on double occupancy accommodations and include fuel surcharges, Government taxes, departure fees and September 11th Security Fee. Based on a minimum of 4 passengers to operate.
No Single Supplement on specific departures based on limited availability. Ask a Safari Specialist for details.
US$4999 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
January 10 - SOLD OUT
February 7
March 7
April 11
May 9, 23
US$5699 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
June 6, 13
US$6799 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
June 27
July 4, 11, 18, 25
August 1, 8
US$6299 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
August 15, 22
US$6199 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
September 5, 12, 26
US$5999 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
October 3, 17
US$4999 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
November 7, 21
US$5899 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
December 12
US$6599 per person based on double occupancy
Valid on the following departure dates:
December 19, 26
Inclusions:
- Round trip economy International Airfare non-stop from New York (JFK) to Nairobi on Kenya Airways
- Transportation in a specially designed 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop up roof for maximum game viewing with an English-speaking driver/guide
- Accommodation as specified
- Meals as specified
- Cooking class at Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp
- Evening cocktail/sundowner with half hour open bar
- Hippo pool breakfast
- Dayroom at Crowne Plaza Airport Hotel on the last day
- All park fees
- All government taxes
- Lion World Travel Representative meet and greet upon arrival
- Flying doctors coverage
Exclusions:
- Telephone bills, laundry and any items of a personal nature
- Drinks, dining room tips, porterage
- Any item not specified above
- Costs of Passports and Visas
- Driver/Guide gratuities
- Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption and Medical Insurance are required for the duration of your travels – please note that insurance for this trip is a mandatory requirement from suppliers in Africa – proof of insurance must be provided before bookings are confirmed. It is your personal responsibility to ensure you have enough travel insurance coverage from the provider of your choice. Please let your Africa Specialist know if you would like information on this.
Baggage
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Staff Favorites
"From the moment I arrived in Kenya, to the sad time the safari ended, the tour was everything I had hoped it would be and so much more. The accommodations were wonderful, our guides and drivers were fantastic - doing everything they could to ensure we got to see as many of the animals as we could. We saw lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes and so much more. I really enjoyed the picturesque beauty of the Kenyan countryside and the breakfast by a Hippo pool in the Maasai Mara was an amazing experience."
- Meeta Kapoor, Lion World Travel