A classic safari in Kenya's Laikipia and Masai Mara.
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Spend 6 nights in two of Kenya’s distinct, wildlife-rich eco systems.
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Stay in Kicheche’s classic tented camps, renowned for their quality guides and hospitality
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Safari in Ol Pejeta conservancy with the highest density of Black Rhino in East Africa.
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Witness the annual wildebeest migration in Kenya’s Masai Mara.
This journey idea is perfect for safari-lovers wanting to experience the best of Kenya’s wildlife and wilderness. Kicheche Laikipia Camp is a luxury tented camp, comprising of only 6 tents, located in Ol Pejeta conservancy. Ol Pejeta conservancy has a dynamic conservation program and through a series of relocation projects has built up the highest density of black rhino in East Africa. With Kicheche’s excellent guides you will go in search of Black Rhino aswell as tracking lions collared by the Living With Lions project.
Having explored the Laikipia plateau, the next stop on your wildlife holiday is the Masai Mara, the most prolific reserve in Kenya. Staying at Kicheche Mara Camp you will explore the Mara North Conservancy and the adjoining Masai Mara Nature Reserve, looking for big cats and other big game. Between the months of July and October, the annual wildebeest migration arrives in the Masai Mara, making for the world’s most dramatic wildlife spectacle.
Sustainable travel credentials:
AITO Travel Writer of the Year , Chris Haslam was asked "Who in Travel deserves an award?" – "The winner of the Haslam award for excellency goes to Kicheche Camp for it’s passionate commitment to the local community"
Established in 2004, the Kicheche Community Project is a reliable source of funding for projects in and around the Mara North Conservancy. Realising from an early stage that the preservation of wildlife and habitat was inextricably linked with the local community, Kicheche has made a concerted effort to improve the welfare of local people through improved health and education facilities.
In addition, Kicheche adopts sound environmental practices in the running of its camps. Solar power is used at all of its camps, all non-biodegradable waste is removed from the region to a suitable collection point in Nairobi and recycled charcoal dust pellets are brought in from Nairobi for water heating. Kicheche Camp has a Bronze rating from the Eco-Tourism Society of Kenya.
The itinerary outlined in the PDF below is not set in stone and can be tailored to meet with your specific requirements and dates.
Itineraries (download the group tour itinerary below)
Alternative Suggestions
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Kenya – Wild Dog Photography Safari
Safari dedicated to photographing Wild Dogs. Option of extending to include the Mara's annual migration.