Overview
The best of Kenya
A fabulous luxury safari in Kenya blending unforgettable wildlife experiences and epic vistas with genuine cultural insights and impactful conservation.
In Nairobi, share an unforgettable breakfast with Giraffe Manor’s famous long-necked residents before flying to the verdant Chyulu Hills and the handsome Ol Donyo where Maasai guides will show you their home and some of the last of Africa’s ‘big tusker’ bull elephants backed by views to Kilimanjaro.
Then in Laikipia, learn all about how Segera rewilded a huge conservancy with a pioneering community-first conservation ethos while creating a flagship luxury lodge. End in a private portion of the Maasai Mara at a timeless canvas camp amid one of the world’s greatest wildlife spectacles.
Highlights
Trip highlights
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Breakfast with Giraffe Manor’s famous residents
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Kilimanjaro views and big tuskers at Ol Donyo
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Experience Segera’s inspiring conservation work
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Mara safari and Maasai culture at Cottar's 1920s Camp
Inclusions
What's included
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Nine nights of luxury accommodation
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Tours, experiences and safari activities
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Internal flights and private transfers
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Price per person based on two adults sharing
An unforgettable trip with a positive impact
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Community & Culture
Properties and experiences that uplift and empower local communities.
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Conservation
Supports wildlife projects, protected areas and ecosystem regeneration.
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Footprint
Lodges and camps chosen for their sustainability credentials and initiatives.
Days 1 — 2
Breakfast with giraffes
Begin your discovery of Kenya with a night in a green suburb in Nairobi at the iconic Giraffe Manor, a 1930s mansion set amid a woodland reserve that wouldn’t look out of place in an English shire.
Its most famous residents are a herd of friendly Rothschild’s giraffes who wander up to the windows in search of treats. A breakfast shared with these incredible animals is one of the safari world’s most unforgettable experiences.
Days 2 — 4
Maasai culture and Mount Kilimanjaro Views
Your first safari lodge is the handsome Ol Donyo, set amid rolling green hills in a 1,100 square kilometer Maasai-owned ranch wedged between Tsavo and Amboseli National Parks. It’s a model of collaborative conservation, protecting wildlife such as lions, cheetahs and the iconic bull elephants that are some of the last big tuskers in Africa while providing income for the community.
Guides from the local community show you around their village as well as leading walking safaris, game drives and mountain bike rides. Exploring the conservancy on horseback is an unforgettable experience. All before returning to the lodge for Relais & Châteaux dining, views from your suite across the plunge pool to Mount Kilimanjaro and nights under the stars.
Days 4 — 7
Luxury meets sustainability at Segera
What was once some 20,000 hectares of overgrazed ranchland in Laikipia that struggled to support the surrounding communities and wildlife has been transformed thanks to Segera’s pioneering community-first conservation ethos. Today elephants, lions, buffalos and elands roam free alongside endangered Grevy’s zebras, giraffes, patas monkeyss and African wild dogs.
Opened more as a showcase of its successes and techniques (though it still happens to be one of Kenya’s most luxurious properties), it can be a hands-on experience of planting trees, rangers on patrol and learning all about the work here as much as it is about game drives, walking safaris and indulging at the spa.
Days 7 — 10
Maasai Mara safari
And now for a safari in one of Africa’s most important conservation and wilderness areas. The instantly recognisable Maasai Mara hosts an astounding diversity and density of wildlife year-round, especially lions, leopards, cheetahs and elephants.
Between July and October, millions of wildebeest and zebra cross from the Serengeti in Tanzania to create an awe-inspiring natural spectacle. From your vintage tented safari camp set in its very own private conservancy bordering the national reserve, head out on action-packed game drives and nature walks, enjoy romantic meals out in the wilderness, swim in a waterfall and even a canvas bath in the bush. All in the original spirit and romantic essence of a real safari.
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What makes us different
Why Niarra
Niarra Travel is a forward-thinking travel company headquartered in London born out of a passion to do things differently.
In Swahili, a Bantu language spoken by millions in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa, the name Niara means "with utmost purpose" and our team are united by a passion for exploration and a belief that the right kind of travel can make the world a better place.
Our Travel Researchers are here to create incredible trips with a positive impact for you.
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Unforgettable experiences
Creating your trip is entirely collaborative and our Travel Researchers are here for every step.
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Positive impact
Curated sustainable experiences and accommodation that maximize the benefits to local people and place.
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Fairness and transparency
An open, competitive pricing structure that ensures more money goes to where it's needed in the destination.
