Kenya Luxury Safari

10-day safari through the country’s wild heart

Nairobi, Chyulu Hills National Park, Mugie Wildlife Conservancy & Masai Mara

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Safari Through Kenya

This itinerary features a well-coordinated series of flights and ground transfers, ensuring seamless travel across Kenya’s iconic landscapes. The journey begins with an arrival transfer from Jomo Kenyatta Airport to a luxury hotel in Nairobi, followed by a flight to Chyulu Hills. A return flight to Wilson Airport precedes a scheduled charter to a private conservancy in Laikipia. A short internal flight then connects to the Masai Mara for an immersive safari experience. Finally, the adventure concludes with a return flight to Nairobi and a private transfer back to the international airport.

When

June-Oct

Duration

10 Days

Price

$1,000+ per person excl. flights

Itinerary Outline

Day 1 - 2 | Nairobi

Day 2 - 4 | Chyulu Hills National Park

Day 4 - 7 | Mugie Wildlife Conservancy

Day 7 - 10 | Masai Mara National Reserve

Day 10 | Departure

Hemingways, Nairobi
Hemingways, Nairobi
ol Donyo Lodge, Chyulu Hills
ol Donyo Lodge, Chyulu Hills
Governors' Mugie
Governors' Mugie
Governors' Camp, Masai Mara
Governors' Camp, Masai Mara

Nairobi

Situated along the Nairobi River in beautiful Kenya, the capital of Nairobi is East Africa's most cosmopolitan city. It serves as an excellent starting point for African safari trips around Kenya. Nairobi is Africa’s 4th largest city and is a vibrant and exciting place to be. There are some fascinating attractions: its cafe culture, unbridled nightlife, the National Museum, the Karen Blixen Museum and most notably, just 20 minutes from the city centre, wild lions and buffalo roam in the world’s only urban game reserve. Make sure you pay a visit to the elephant orphanage operated by the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust for a once in a lifetime experience.

Hemingways Hotel is situated just 40 minutes from Nairobi International Airport. Flooded with natural light, the plantation-style property is airy and spacious. Each of its large bedrooms has a private balcony overlooking the iconic silhouette of the Ngong Hills, and offers complimentary wired and Wi-Fi internet access, a pop-up 40" LED television, dual telephone lines, air-conditioning and ceiling fan, a personalised bar, electronic safe with charging socket and space for a 17” laptop. Also in your room are a hairdryer, bathrobes and slippers, overnight kit and hypoallergenic pillows, fine Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels and a complimentary local daily newspaper. Same-day international newspapers are available on request – just one example of our personalised approach to service.

Chyulu Hills National Park

Sandwiched between the Tsavo West National Park and Amboseli National Park, the Chyulu Hills National Park protects an important water catchment area. This unique habitat features vast grass plains, forested rolling hills and rugged volcanic cones and craters set against the beautiful backdrop of Mount Kilimanjaro. Visitors can look for to a wide selection of exciting activities, such as camping, mountain climbing, horse riding, and excellent bird watching. Commonly spotted wildlife include: elephant, bushbuck, eland, leopard, bush pig, reedbuck, buffalo and giraffe. Don’t miss the opportunity to explore the longest lava tube in the world.

Thanks to Ol Donyo Lodge, it’s also justifiably on the safari map of Kenya and is a wonderful place to see wild elephant, especially. And these are not just any elephant – this is the stamping ground of some of the last of Africa’s mighty tuskers, legendary bulls now found in few other places. The lodge effortlessly integrates both the indoor and outdoor aspects of the safari lifestyle, with far-reaching views and all the creature comforts guests could wish for. The rich cultural heritage of the local Maasai warrior-herders is celebrated just as much as the astonishing natural resources of the area, and a true feeling of freedom permeates every moment.

Tip: Spend a night in the star bed on your private rooftop terrace for exceptional stargazing.

Mugie Conservancy

Fringing the northwestern edge of Kenya’s Laikipia plateau, the Mugie Conservancy features over 200 square kilometres of scenic landscape. Almost half the conservancy falls within the Mugie Sanctuary which is home to an abundance of elephants, Grevy’s zebras, big cats, and endangered Jackson’s hartebeests. Other commonly spotted species include zebra, buffalo, ostriches, giraffes, warthogs, an abundance of birdlife, and a variety of different antelope. Visitors can look forward to thrilling game safaris, guided walking tours, and educational talks on the conservation efforts of the area.

Governors’ Mugie perfectly combines with our other properties, expanding an already diverse array of wildlife locations and activities. The location is Mugie Conservancy, a private wildlife conservancy in Laikipia of almost 50’000 acres hosting an array of impactful community and conservation programs.

Masai Mara

One of Kenya’s undisputed natural highlights is the Masai Mara National Reserve, which sprawls across more than 1500 square kilometres of the country’s southwest. The park protects a phenomenal array of game, including elephant, lion, leopard and buffalo, as well as crocodile and hippopotamus in the Mara River. The birdlife is no less impressive, with over 450 resident bird species. However, the true highlight here is the Great Migration, recognised as one of the Seven New Wonders of the World. To survive the dry months of July to September, some 1.7 million wildebeest, migrate from the parched plains of the Serengeti National Park in Tanzania. Along with much smaller numbers of antelope, buffalo and zebra, they move to the more forgiving grasslands of the Masai Mara. In their wake come predators such as lion, hyena and cheetah, for whom these giant herds are an easy source of prey.

Governors’ Camp is Africa’s first permanent luxury tented camp, remaining in its original site since 1972. It occupies the best wildlife viewing location in the Reserve, nestled in the riverine forest along the winding banks of the Mara River, its waters teeming with bird-life, hippos and crocodiles. It is perfect for couples, families and friends wanting to experience the best of what a safari in the Masai Mara has to offer.

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