Eco-Luxury and Conservation Tour through Kenya

📍 Mara Conservancies 🗓️ 8 days 🏔️ Moderate

Tour Overview

This unique 8-day Kenya safari combines eco-luxury travel with hands-on conservation experiences. Explore the rugged beauty of Samburu National Reserve, track endangered black rhinos in Sera Conservancy, and end your adventure in the world-famous Mara Conservancies, where the Maasai people share their wisdom of coexisting with wildlife. Perfect for eco-conscious travellers, this itinerary blends sustainable tourism with unforgettable wildlife encounters.

Itinerary

Day 1 Arrival in Nairobi

Arrive at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transfer to your hotel for the night. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a city tour or simply relax ahead of your safari adventure.

Days 2–3 Samburu National Reserve

Head north to the dramatic landscapes of Samburu National Reserve, famous for its arid beauty and the unique “Samburu Special 5” (beisa oryx, reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk). Game drives along the EwasoNg’iro River promise sightings of elephants, lions, leopards, and crocodiles.
Stay:Saruni Samburu – a stunning eco-lodge perched on Samburu’s cliffs, offering breathtaking views, sustainable design, and harmony with nature.

Days 4–5 Sera Community Conservancy

Travel deeper into the Sera Community Conservancy, a groundbreaking conservation success story. Here, you’ll take part in Africa’s first on-foot black rhino tracking experience guided by rangers who dedicate their lives to protecting these endangered animals. Learn about anti-poaching efforts, community-led conservation, and enjoy incredible wildlife encounters alongside elephant herds and abundant birdlife.
Stay:Saruni Rhino – an intimate, eco-conscious camp where your stay directly supports local conservation and community efforts.

Days 6–8 Mara Conservancies

End your journey in the spectacular Mara Conservancies, bordering the Maasai Mara National Reserve. These conservancies provide a more private safari experience while supporting local Maasai landowners. Game drives reveal predators, herds of wildebeest, giraffe, and elephants, while guided bush walks offer deeper connections to the land. Evenings are spent around campfires under star-studded skies. Engage with Maasai warriors to learn about their traditions, stories, and conservation role.
Stay:Saruni Mara – a boutique eco-lodge with private cottages, a wellness spa, and direct access to the conservancies’ abundant wildlife.

Day 8 Departure

After a final morning safari, fly back to Nairobi where you will connect with your international flight or extend your journey elsewhere in East Africa.

What's Included

✔️ Luxury eco-lodges & tented camps
✔️ All meals & select beverages
✔️ Scheduled safari activities & rhino tracking
✔️ Park fees & conservation levies
✔️ Domestic transfers

What's Excluded

❌ International flights
❌ Comprehensive travel insurance
❌ Gratuities
❌ Items not specified under inclusions

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