Beyond the reserves
Private Conservancy Safari in Kenya
The most exclusive way to experience Kenya's wildlife — off-road, no crowds, night drives allowed.
Key takeaways
- Off-road tracking, night drives, walking — all allowed.
- Bed-limits mean uncrowded viewing.
- Top picks: Naboisho, Mara North, Olare Motorogi, Lewa, Ol Pejeta.
- From $850/day pp, up to $2,500.
Why conservancies matter
Community-owned land bordering the reserves. Fees fund local conservation and Maasai landowners. In return: fewer vehicles per sighting, more freedom for guides.
Top conservancies
Mara Naboisho (50,000 acres, 12-bed limit-per-camp), Olare Motorogi (Mara Plains), Mara North (Serian Nkorombo), Lewa (Sirikoi), Ol Pejeta (Segera).
The night-drive advantage
Aardvark, aardwolf, honey badger, striped hyena, servals, leopards on the hunt. All visible only on conservancy night drives.
FAQ
Frequently asked
- How different from a reserve?
- Same wildlife, fewer vehicles, more freedom to move off-road and at night.
- Is it worth the premium?
- For most guests, absolutely — better sightings and fewer other vehicles.
- Book direct or with an agent?
- Through us for best rates and full trip design.
- Best conservancy?
- Naboisho for exclusivity; Olare Motorogi for big-cat density.
Ready when you are
Let's plan your Kenyan safari.
Tell us your dates and interests — we usually send a tailor-made itinerary within 24 hours.