7-Day Big Cat Safari in Kenya

Highlights

Tailored for wildlife enthusiasts, photographers, and conservationists, this immersive 7-day safari takes you deep into Kenya’s top predator territories — the exclusive Ol Pejeta Conservancy and the iconic Maasai Mara. Witness lions, leopards, and cheetahs in their natural habitats, visit key conservation centers, and enjoy expert-guided drives that maximize your chances of exceptional wildlife encounters. This journey includes luxury accommodation, park fees, all ground transport in a custom 4×4 Land Cruiser, meals, and roundtrip airport transfers, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable big cat experience.

Details Itinerary

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and transferred to your Nairobi hotel. Depending on your arrival time, enjoy a relaxed evening or explore local attractions such as the Nairobi National Museum. You’ll be briefed on the exciting journey ahead.Accommodation: Nairobi Serena Hotel

After breakfast, set out on a scenic drive north to the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, located at the foot of Mount Kenya. Upon arrival, check in at the Sweetwaters Serena Camp and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive.
This conservancy is home to all Big Five species and offers a unique blend of wildlife and conservation. You’ll visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and see the last two Northern White Rhinos at the endangered species enclosure.

Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp

Today is dedicated to in-depth exploration of Ol Pejeta. Begin with a sunrise game drive to catch predators while they’re active. Later, you can join a guided bush walk (optional) or take part in a behind-the-scenes tour of the predator monitoring program. In the evening, sip sundowners as the sun sets over the plains and Mount Kenya’s silhouette.Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp

Depart after breakfast for your journey to the Maasai Mara, traveling through Nanyuki, Nyahururu, and Narok. Upon arrival at the Mara Serena Safari Lodge, enjoy lunch before your first afternoon game drive. You’ll explore open grasslands teeming with wildlife, including the Big Five.Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Rise early and spend the full day tracking lions, leopards, and cheetahs across the Mara with your expert guide. Packed meals allow you to stay deep in the reserve and maximize wildlife sightings. You’ll also visit the Mara River, home to massive crocodiles and bathing hippos.Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

Explore less-traveled areas such as Olare Motorogi or Mara North Conservancy (depending on lodge access), where wildlife thrives in low-tourist zones. These private conservancies allow for more flexible tracking and longer viewing times of predator behavior. Watch lion cubs learning to hunt or cheetah families lounging in the grasslands.Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge

After a hearty breakfast, begin your drive back to Nairobi. Depending on your flight time, you may stop for lunch or freshen up at a city hotel before being dropped off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward journey.

Inclusions :

  • All national park and conservancy fees (non-residents)
  • Luxury accommodation in Serena properties throughout the safari
  • All meals as specified (B, L, D)
  • Professional English-speaking driver/guide
  • Transport in a custom 4×4 Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
  • Daily game drives and all conservation-related activities
  • Visits to the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, Rhino Enclosure, and predator monitoring center
  • Roundtrip airport transfers
  • Drinking water and limited soft drinks during game drives
  • All government taxes and VAT

Exclusions:

  • International flights
  • Pre/post-tour accommodation (can be arranged upon request)
  • Optional excursions (e.g., bush walk, hot air balloon safari)
  • Tips and gratuities (suggested: $10 per person/day)
  • Personal expenses (e.g., souvenirs, travel insurance, visas)
  • Government-imposed increases on park fees or taxes

Prices

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Nov 5, 2025$4,824$3,828$3,443$3,256$3,141$3,064

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