A Conservancies Safari – Lake Nakuru | Solio Ranch | Lewa | Ol Pejeta

Lake Nakuru National Park - Solio Ranch

(155 km, 3 - 4 hours)

Explore Solio Ranch: Rhino Haven

Begin your day with an early morning game drive, followed by breakfast. Next, head to Solio Ranch in the central Kenyan highlands. Upon reaching your camp or lodge, check in and enjoy a satisfying lunch. In the afternoon, venture into Solio Ranch, a conservation area nestled at the base of Aberdare Mountains. Engage in an unrestricted wildlife safari, focusing on spotting remarkable creatures such as rhinos. With the highest concentration of rhinos in Kenya, Solio Ranch also boasts a diverse array of other wildlife. As a less frequented conservancy, it presents an excellent choice for discerning travelers seeking unique experiences.

Highlights of the Day:

• Overnight stay in Nyeri or Solio Ranch
• Sumptuous accommodation at your selected camp or lodge
• Inclusive breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Complimentary drinking water; additional beverages available at extra cost

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You'll spend the night in Solio Ranch

We have a variety of accommodations, which fits any type of budget

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The Rhino Watch Safari Lodge

The Rhino Watch Safari Lodge is situated in the central Kenyan highlands and offers a beautiful view of Mt Kenya. Surrounded by three wildlife reserves the lodge provides an ideal base for safari game drives.

The Lodge offers a beautiful view of Mt Kenya. Surrounded by three wildlife reserves the lodge provides an ideal base for safari game drives.

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Solio Lodge

Solio Lodge is located on a private wildlife sanctuary, tucked in the valley between the lofty slopes of Mount Kenya and the peaks of the Aberdare Mountains, directly north of Nairobi.

Full Day in Solio Ranch

Dedicate a full day to the captivating Solio Game Reserve/Ranch, engaging in both morning and afternoon game drives. The Solio Reserve also offers an exceptional opportunity for birdwatching.

For those residing at Solio Lodge, a range of optional activities are available, including horseback riding, bush walks, mountain biking, and night game drives.

Traversed by a river that occasionally transforms into a marshy landscape, the acacia forest within the reserve serves as a haven for avian species. Among the 300-plus bird species that call this game reserve home are European rollers, flycatchers, and raptors such as vultures and eagle owls.

Look out for other bird species like Montagu’s Harriers, long-crested eagles, buzzards, crowned cranes, and European storks, which frequent this habitat annually.

Highlights of the Day:

• Overnight stay in Nyeri or Solio Ranch
• Comfortable accommodation at your chosen camp or lodge
• Inclusive breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Complimentary drinking water; additional beverages available at extra cost

Solio Ranch - Lewa Conservancy

(200 km, 3 - 4 hours)

Following breakfast, drive to Lewa Wildlife Conservancy with a brief game drive en route. Arrive to check in at your Camp and savor a delightful hot lunch. Nestled across the undulating plains north of Mt. Kenya, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is a thriving wildlife sanctuary cherished by conservationists, writers, and photographers alike. The conservancy boasts the world's largest concentration of Grevy’s zebra and a diverse array of habitats that attract a rich variety of bird species. Notably, it is home to over 130 Black and White rhinos. Embark on unlimited afternoon game drives in pursuit of wildlife encounters, including the impressive rhinos.

Highlights of the Day:

• Overnight stay at Lewa Conservancy
• Comfortable accommodation at your selected camp or lodge
• Inclusive breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Complimentary drinking water; additional beverages available at extra cost

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You'll spend the night in Lewa Conservancy

We have a variety of accommodations, which fits any type of budget

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Lewa Safari Camp

Sprawling over the rolling plains north of Mt Kenya, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is a prolific wildlife conservancy that is popular with celebrities, conservationists, writers and photographers

Visitors to Lewa are privy to some of the most spectacular wildlife viewing that Kenya has to offer: lion, leopard and jackal thrive on the rich diversity of prey that inhabits the area. The Wildlife Conservancy is home to the largest concentration of Grevy’s zebra in the world, and its range of habitats attracts diverse birdlife and hosts over 200 Black and White rhino.

Featuring large tented bedrooms with verandahs and full en-suite bathrooms, Lewa Safari camp offers authentic comfort for its visitors; cozy log fires in the sitting room are perfect for relaxing after a day in the Conservancy. This unique and exclusive retreat offers privileged access to 65,000 acres of private protected wilderness.

Underpinning the glamorous magnetism of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy is a serious mission: a pioneering and pragmatic approach to conservation, founded in the 1970’s, that has developed into a thriving and globally recognised rhino conservation habitat.

Lewa Safari Camp is the only tourist facility within the Conservancy that is owned by the Conservancy. Profits and conservancy fees generated by the camp are reinvested directly into the conservation and community efforts of Lewa Wildlife Conservancy.

Lewa Wilderness

Situated near the base of Mt. Kenya, which is Africa’s second tallest mountain, Lewa Wilderness is one of Kenya’s oldest and most private safari ventures.

The Craig family has passed down the lodge from one generation to the next. In addition, they passed down a distinct passion for wildlife, conservation and tourism. They proudly continue to run Lewa Wilderness Lodge and Walking Wild Camel Safaris. So this place is as much a home as it is a truly unique and personal safari experience.

By staying at Lewa Wilderness, guests are automatically supporting the Lewa Wildlife Conservancy and all of the conservation and community development efforts. The lodge has nine exclusive rooms. Rooms are located in six thatched cottages tucked into the hillside overlooking Lewa’s Eastern Marania Valley, and three thatched garden cottages set in the beautiful green lawns. Each cottage is tastefully decorated with some of the Craig’s own antique and handmade furniture. Therefore giving each room a rustic charm and the character of a ranch homestead.

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Sirikoi Lodge

Sirikoi Lodge resembles an eco-chic African home and while it offers a sure sense luxury and high level of service, it manages to be welcoming, comfortable and unpretentious.

The main lodge and dining deck, four luxury tents, Sirikoi Cottage and private Sirikoi House are perfectly positioned along the spring fed Sirikoi stream, from which the lodge derives its name. All buildings have a view of the lawns leading out on to the Sirikoi wetland and watering hole.

Each accommodation has a private outside deck to make the most of armchair game viewing, All the rooms are spacious and tastefully designed, with unique decor touches, a sitting area, big Victorian bathtubs, rain-showers and a fireplace.

Full Day in Lewa Conservancy

Embark on Sunrise Safari: Wildlife Exploration

Begin your journey just before dawn, setting out to explore the park's incredible wildlife and vast savannah as the sun rises. The experience is enhanced by the abundance of animals inhabiting the park.

The game drives offer exceptional opportunities to witness an array of captivating creatures, including black rhinoceros, buffalo, the rare Grevy's Zebra, and the resident predators. All of this unfolds against the breathtaking backdrop of the snow-capped Mt. Kenya.

Between your morning and afternoon game drives, take time to relax and immerse yourself in the soothing ambiance of your luxury tented camp.

Highlights of the Day:

• Overnight stay at your selected safari lodge or tented camp within Lewa Conservancy
• Accommodation in Lewa Conservancy
• Inclusive breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Complimentary drinking water; additional beverages available at extra cost

Lewa Conservancy - Ol Pejeta Conservancy

(265 km, 4 - 5 hours)

Explore Ol Pejeta Conservancy: Unique Wildlife Haven

Following breakfast, embark on a drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, arriving at Sweetwaters Tented Camp in time for a satisfying lunch. This distinctive conservancy holds the distinction of being the sole location in Kenya where Chimpanzees are found. Within the confines of Sweetwaters, orphaned Chimpanzees are cared for, brought to Kenya under the wing of British researcher Jane Goodall to safeguard this endangered species. The reserve boasts a remarkable concentration of animals relative to its size, showcasing the likes of elephants, buffalo, and the rare rhino.

After lunch, indulge in an afternoon game drive within the conservancy, including a visit to the Chimpanzee Sanctuary.

Highlights of the Day:

• Overnight stay at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
• Comfortable accommodation at your selected camp or lodge
• Inclusive breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Complimentary drinking water; additional beverages available at extra cost

You'll spend the night in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

We have a variety of accommodations, which fits any type of budget

LUXURY option

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

Sweetwaters Serena Camp is located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy. It offers a tranquil respite in the wild, with en-suite bathrooms, free WiFi and a private balcony.

Begin or end your day with a delicious meal and superb views at our light-filled restaurant, enjoy a guided game drive on the conservancy, indulge in a massage in our treatment room or simply relax by the pool.

With a dedicated event venue, modern facilities and exceptional planning services, our Ol Pejeta tented camp is one of central Kenya’s most stunning destinations for weddings and corporate retreats with a difference. And our unparalleled location in Ol Pejeta Conservancy facilitates exploration and discovery of the spectacular wildlife for which this region is famous. We look forward to helping you create cherished memories at Sweetwaters Serena Camp in Ol Pejeta.

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Kicheche Lakipia Camp

An eco-award-winning small luxurious tented camp nestled in the shadows of Mount Kenya at the foot of an indigenous forest overlooking a waterhole. The camp’s squeaky green safari chic marries beautifully and sensitively with the natural highs of her surroundings in the wilderness zone of Ol Pejeta.

The camp consists of six luxurious custom-designed tents, all fully insect-proof with en-suite bathrooms equipped with a dresser, flushing toilet and hot showers. The tents are set around a waterhole which is a haven for resident wildlife. A family tent is also available which sleeps up to 4 guests.

Sweetwaters Serena Camp-Morani Wing Tent

With a magnificent backdrop of Mount Kenya, the recently constructed Morani Wing offers 17 luxurious tents suitable for double, twin, and triple occupancy. Among them, one tent is thoughtfully designed to cater to the needs of guests with mobility challenges. The bathrooms in these tents are equipped with a pair of hand washbasins, a toilet, and a shower enclosed by a glass door.

Full Day in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Our day unfolds with immersive exploration of the captivating Sweetwater's Sanctuary through two extensive game drives. Positioned to provide remarkable views, our camp offers a front-row seat to one of the area's most vibrant waterholes, bustling with activity from majestic elephants, graceful giraffes, and a diverse range of plains game. This environment encapsulates the Africa that Teddy Roosevelt beheld years ago when he pioneered one of the earliest safaris, characterized by luxury and magnificence. The tents at Sweetwater's will transport us back to that golden era, evoking its essence.

Highlights of the Day:

• Overnight stay at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
• Comfortable accommodation at your chosen camp or lodge
• Inclusive breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Complimentary drinking water; additional beverages available at extra cost

Ol Pejeta Conservancy - Nairobi

(204 km, 3 - 4 hours)

Commence the day with an invigorating early morning game drive, followed by a hearty full breakfast. Thereafter, our journey retraces its steps towards Nairobi. Upon arrival in Nairobi, we'll provide the option to either drop you off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward international flight back home or at a hotel of your preference, allowing you to extend your stay in the vibrant city.

Included on this Day:

• No accommodation; this marks the conclusion of the safari
• Breakfast and lunch provided (dinner not included)
• Complimentary drinking water; additional beverages available at extra cost