Soul of the Wild
See cutting-edge conservation in action on an itinerary that showcases Kenya’s diversity of landscapes, and the way that communities and safari operators are working together to protect wildlife habitats and endangered species, including rhino. From the rugged, dry scenery of Samburu in northern Kenya to the misty central highlands of Laikipia and the plains of the Mara, you’ll see many different facets to Kenya’s natural beauty, and meet the people who are working to conserve the wilderness for future generations.
Adventure Safaris
Soul of the Wild
Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
Destination: Samburu, Sera Conservancy, Ol Pejeta Conservancy and Mara North Conservancy
Day 1
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), our team will be on hand to meet you for a safari briefing and your transfer to Nairobi’s domestic airport (Wilson Airport) for your scheduled flight to Samburu. After 80 minutes, you’ll arrive at Kalama Airstrip to be met by your guide for your transfer to the camp, check-in and lunch.
Day 1, 2
Explore the stunning and sacred landscapes of Samburu through game drives and visits to the villages in Kalama Conservancy, to meet the community members who care for this wonderful wilderness area.
Includes: two nights’ accommodation in the Kalama Conservancy (full board) and selected local drinks on the game package plan.
Day 3
After breakfast, transfer by road to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a drive of approximately two hours that passes by some of Kenya’s best-known protected areas.
Days 3, 4, 5
Selected game activities and other interactive community activities within the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a stronghold of Kenya’s rhino population and a leading advocate for modern conservation methods.
Includes: three nights’ accommodation in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy (full board) and selected local drinks on the game package plan.
Day 6
An early morning transfer to the Kalama Airstrip for your scheduled flight to Mara North Airstrip, where your Mara guide will meet you. Choose between proceeding directly to the camp for lunch, or a picnic lunch as part of an extended afternoon game drive before an evening check-in.
Days 6, 7, 8
Enjoy game drives, cultural and community activities in the Mara North Conservancy – classic Mara scenery without the crowds. You’ll also visit the nearby Pardamat Conservancy, which protects essential migration routes between the Mara and Loita Plains.
Includes: three nights’ accommodation in the Mara North Conservancy (full board) and selected local drinks on the game package plan.
Day 9
Breakfast will be served at the camp before your transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight from the Mara, arriving at Wilson Airport in Nairobi at 12h20. Our team will meet you there, and transfer you to JKIA for your international departure flight, with a lunch stop included (lunch will be for your own account).
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6-10 days for mobile walking safaris and horse-riding expeditions, with an option for a Zanzibar add-on. Allow 5-9 days for Kilimanjaro treks.
Moderate to hard, depending on the expedition type. Expect to walk up to 5 hours a day on mobile safaris. Kilimanjaro treks are challenging, so good fitness is required.
June – October (long dry season) and January – March (short dry season) are best for walking expeditions, horse riding safaris, Kilimanjaro treks, and Zanzibar beaches.
Hikers, trekkers, horse riders, nature lovers, returning safari goers looking for something different, and adventurous travellers who are up for a challenge.
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We don’t just plan expeditions, we live them. Every mobile camping safari, Kilimanjaro trek, and rhino tracking experience we offer has been tested first-hand by our team.
Siyara journeys go beyond the expected. Our guides know where to witness the Migration on horseback, which trees make the best toothbrushes, and how to find Kilimanjaro’s secret viewpoints.
Even in the wilderness, we’re at the top of our game.
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