7-Day Big Cat Safari in Kenya

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Nairobi - Karibu Kenya

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you’ll be greeted by your guide and transferred to your hotel. After check-in, enjoy a relaxed evening and optional briefing about your upcoming safari. Depending on your arrival time, you can explore the Nairobi National Museum or unwind at your lodge.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

Nairobi Serena Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Nairobi (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

After breakfast, drive north to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, nestled at the foot of Mount Kenya. Arrive in time for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive. This conservancy is home to all members of the Big Five and is particularly renowned for its lion populations and rhino conservation efforts. Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Northern White Rhino Enclosure, then scan the plains for predators.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

Black RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day in Ol Pejeta

A day dedicated to exploring the conservancy. Start with an early morning game drive focused on the wild. Also track predators on foot (optional guided bush walk) or join a behind-the-scenes visit to the Ol Pejeta predator monitoring program. Enjoy a sundowner overlooking the plains as the sun sets behind Mount Kenya.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Accommodation:

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ol Pejeta to Maasai Mara

After breakfast, depart from Ol Pejeta via the Rongai Gate, and head north toward Nanyuki, through the Nyahururu route as you head towards Narok county where you'll pass through on your way to the renowned Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch and check in. Enjoy a late afternoon game drive and get your first glimpse of the big five.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Full Day in Maasai Mara

Spend the entire day tracking predators with your expert guide. With a packed breakfast and lunch, you’ll maximize time in the bush. The Mara is home to lion prides, stealthy leopards, and the fastest land animal — the cheetah. Your guide will help position for amazing views and photo opportunities. You’ll also stop by the Mara River to see crocs and hippos in action.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Another exclusive Safari experience

Enjoy another full day exploring lesser-visited zones like the Olare Motorogi Conservancy or Mara North, depending on your lodge location. These areas offer exceptional chances of seeing cheetah families, stalking leopards, and lion cubs learning to hunt. You’ll have the flexibility to follow predator activity for longer periods than in crowded public zones.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Return to Nairobi

After a hearty breakfast, depart on a drive back to the beautiful city of Nairobi. Upon arrival, transferred to your city hotel for freshening up or depending on your departure flight - directly to the Jomo Kenyatta international airport for your departure.

Main Destination:

No major destination visited

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.