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Lesson 6
Magical Kenya Signature Experiences (MKSE):Iconic wildlife safari

Introduction

It’s not just luxury safaris on offer in Kenya. The country is also home to a wide range of iconic, but more affordable, safari experiences, meaning travellers can experience incredible wildlife no matter their budget. Your clients may be surprised to learn that they don’t need to go far to find these experiences - there is an eco-safari right in the capital city, at the Nairobi National Park!

Help your clients get close to Kenya's iconic wildlife in biodiverse ecosystems and make lasting friendships with the local community who protect them. From ecotourism experiences that give back to the local community, tracking rhinos in the Aberdares or sleeping under the Kenyan night sky surrounded by the sounds of nature, these iconic safari experiences are not to be missed.

****Suggestion for image: A scenic view of Nairobi National Park with wildlife in the foreground and city buildings in the background.****

Safaris with a Difference

Safaris with a difference....

Wilderness in the City with Nairobi Tented Camp - Nairobi

Right in the heart of bustling Nairobi city lies a memorable, tented eco-safari experience. It offers a uniquely contrasting setting of the wild and the great outdoors against the stunning backdrop of city buildings.

Accommodation options: Nairobi Tented Camp

Experience duration: 2 days

Loisaba Starbeds with Elewana Collection - Laikipia

Poised on a rocky kopje, the Star Beds command sweeping views over an undulating valley. They are rolled out each night for the magical experience of sleeping under the endless African sky.

Accommodation options: Loisaba Starbeds

Experience duration: 3 days

The Safari Series Experience with Safari Series Limited - Central Kenya, Loldiagga and Nanyuki

Experience a one-of-a-kind safari by travelling the length and breadth of Laikipia in vintage Land Rover vehicles that explorers get to drive themselves.

Accommodation options: Safari Series Camp

Experience duration: 2 days

****Suggestion for image: A vintage Land Rover driving through the Laikipia landscape.****

See Big Cats Like Never Before

See big cats like never before....

In the footsteps of Elsa the Lioness with Elewana Collections - Central Kenya, Meru

Indulge in the fascinating history of Meru, made famous by Born Free, the bestselling novel and award-winning movie recounting the lives of George and Joy Adamson and Elsa the lioness in Meru National Park.

Accommodation option: Elsa’s Kpje

Experience duration: 3 days

****Suggestion for image: A lioness in Meru National Park.****

Big Cat Safaris with Gamewatchers - Amboseli, Laikipia, Nairobi and Mara

This 8-day adventure offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa and is hosted and guided by local Maasai members and leaders of the community.

Accommodation options: Nairobi Tented Camp in Nairobi, Porini Amboseli Camp, Porini Rhino in Laikipia and Porini Lion Camp in Mara

Experience duration: 8 days

****Suggestion for image: A Maasai guide with tourists on a safari.****

Have Magical Experiences with Rhinos

Have magical experiences with Rhinos...

Black Rhino Tracking with Saruni Lodges & Camps - Northern Kenya, Samburu

Discover the secrets of Kenya’s great, unspoiled northern frontier by tracking the black rhino in the wild on foot through the Sera Community Conservancy.

Accommodation options: Saruni Rhino and Saruni Samburu

Experience duration: 3 days

Rhino Extravaganza with Solio Lodge - Central Kenya, The Aberdares

Solio Lodge is Kenya’s oldest private rhino sanctuary, with considerable herds of the black and white rhino.

Accommodation options: Solio Lodge

Experience duration: 2 days

Rhino Tracking with Borana Lodge - Central Kenya, Borana and Lewa

This immersive experience provides a special opportunity to learn first-hand about conservation and the work that goes into keeping rhinos safe. This is travel with a purpose.

Accommodation options: Borana Lodge, Lengishu House and Laragai House

Experience duration: 3 days

****Suggestion for image: A group tracking rhinos on foot in the Sera Community Conservancy.****