This short yet rewarding safari offers an immersive escape into the renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy — a leading conservation sanctuary set against the breathtaking backdrop of Mount Kenya.
Famous for its successful rhino protection program and diverse wildlife, Ol Pejeta delivers a compact safari experience rich in encounters, scenery, and conservation stories.
Nairobi Hotel, Airport
Convenient pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi
Exclusive safari in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Stay at the elegant Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Close encounters with rhinos and other iconic wildlife
Scenic views of Mount Kenya’s foothills
Perfect short getaway with maximum wildlife experience
Your journey begins at first light, as Nairobi slowly awakens behind you. At 6:00 AM, you depart the city and head north, leaving the urban rhythm for the calm of the countryside. The road gently climbs through Kenya’s fertile highlands — coffee farms, tea plantations, and rolling hills unfolding in a soft morning glow.
As you approach Laikipia, the scenery changes — wider skies, open plains, and the majestic outline of Mount Kenya rising in the distance.
You arrive at Sweetwaters Serena Camp in time for lunch, where the tranquil setting welcomes you with elegance and comfort. After check-in, the afternoon slows — a chance to relax, breathe, and absorb the peaceful surroundings as wildlife occasionally wanders near the camp.
At 4:00 PM, the wilderness calls. You set out on an evening game drive across the conservancy — golden light stretching across the plains as animals emerge in the cooler hours. The experience feels intimate and unhurried, with every sighting framed by the beauty of the landscape.
As dusk settles, return to camp where warm hospitality, a delightful dinner, and the quiet sounds of the wild complete your day.
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
The day begins early, with the soft glow of sunrise spilling across the conservancy. You head out for a morning game drive — a magical time when the bush is alive with movement, and the air carries a refreshing stillness.
As the sun rises higher, return to camp for a relaxed breakfast, reflecting on the quiet beauty of the morning.
After check-out, begin your journey back to Nairobi, retracing the scenic highland route.
Arrive in the city in time for a memorable lunch at the iconic Carnivore Restaurant, where a feast of flavors provides the perfect ending to your safari.
After lunch, you will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to the airport — marking the end of your short but richly fulfilling safari experience.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch
End of Safari
