Luxury Kenya Safari Holidays

Late afternoon will quickly arrive, and you can enjoy a second game drive or continue to relax at your accommodation. Your favourite drink, a sundowner, can be sipped as you watch the sunset from a high escarpment or back at your lodge. Sundowners are a romantic tradition on safari, allowing you to marvel at nature.

Dinner in the bush will likely feel like one of the most luxurious experiences on safari. A starry sky, a table lit by lanterns, nocturnal calls emanating from afar, and world-class food await. You will be amazed by the delicacies the lodges’ chefs will conjure up despite being so deep in nature.

After a memorable dinner, return to your room and be serenaded by the sounds of the night. Sleep well, knowing that the following day will bring more memorable adventures on your luxury Kenya safari vacation.

Luxury safari destinations in Kenya

Luxury Kenya safari holidays occurs in the north and south. You can also stop at some of the central Rift Valley mountains and lakes en route.

These lakes, three of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites, are remarkable ecosystems with incredible birdlife and scenery. Moreover, visitors can spot four out of the Big Five at Lake Nakuru National Park.

Remote areas within Kenya’s national parks are usual destinations for luxury Kenya safari holidays. However, a new type of tourism is taking place at private conservancies.

These conservancies limit visitor numbers and provide world-class accommodation, offering guests exclusive and luxurious experiences. However, they go above and beyond ordinary tourism. They protect wildlife and fund local community projects, encouraging all Kenyans to appreciate, protect, and benefit from the natural world.

Northern Kenya

Northern Kenya offers luxurious places to stay in stunning landscapes that transition into semi-arid ecosystems the further north you travel.

The Laikipia District is home to a collection of conservancies that are helping to increase the numbers of multiple rare species, such as rhinos, lions, wild hunting dogs, Grevy’s zebras, and even chimpanzees, to name a few.

They also offer unique activities, including horse riding, joining the lion tracking team, running through the wild, and even helicopter rides. Exceptional examples include Lewa Wildlife Conservancy, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, and Solio Game Reserve, which all have stunning views of Mount Kenya.

Neighbouring Mount Kenya National Park, a World Heritage Site, offers those with summit ambitions the chance to enjoy stunning landscapes in one of the most underrated national parks in East Africa. Aberdare National Park offers hiking, fly-fishing and spectacular scenery, including 300m waterfalls.

Further north, you’ll find sublime scenery in remote parks, including Samburu National Reserve, Shaba National Reserve, and Meru National Park. The northern five, a group of animals adapted to arid conditions, are one of the many highlights of this area.

Southern Kenya

Southern Kenya is home to some of the country’s most famous national parks, which offer exceptional luxury accommodation and some of the highest wildlife concentrations in Africa.

Game viewing at the Masai Mara National Reserve is exceptional, including the wildebeest migration from the end of July to October. During the high season, this park can feel busy. Thankfully, several conservancies line the park’s northern border and offer secluded yet luxurious accommodation. Examples include Mara North, Olare Orok, Naboisho, and Enonkishu Conservancies.

Amboseli National Park is Kenya’s most iconic park. It is famous for its resident elephants and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro, making it a fantastic stop on a luxury safari in Kenya.

Tsavo East National Park and Tsavo West National Park are vast ecosystems with fascinating geology, Stone Age art, life-giving rivers, and excellent wildlife viewing, including the chance to see some of Kenya’s largest populations of elephants.

These two parks’ proximity to the Indian Ocean means you can conclude your luxury tented safari in Kenya with a beach getaway.

Kenya’s tropical coastline

Diani Beach and the north coast are home to luxury boutique beachside accommodations, allowing you to recharge in style. More active travellers will enjoy scuba diving in coral gardens, kitesurfing, and even boarding a traditional dhow to sail out into the Indian Ocean to watch the setting sun.

Contact one of our travel experts to include your preferred destinations on your luxury safari itinerary.

What will you see and do on luxury Kenya safari holidays

Luxury safaris offer the ultimate experiential experience. Spending every moment in the wild relaxes you as every hour passes. Moreover, every sense is triggered. You see, feel, and smell the surroundings, and when you witness a successful hunt, even your emotions come to the fore.

At the same time, knowledgeable guides will lift nature’s veil and reveal the secrets of the bush, providing incredible insight into the natural world and resulting in unforgettable game drives.

Luxury lodge accommodations offer much more than incredible facilities. Their true charm comes from staying in remote locations far from the bustling crowds. This experience, combined with incredible Kenyan hospitality, is a luxury in itself.

No luxury safari would be complete without adding unique activities to your itinerary, like watching baby orphaned elephants being bottle-fed, mountain biking in the wild, discovering animal tracks on a guided walk, or even embarking on a multi-day trek into the wilderness with camels carrying your equipment, to camp luxuriously in the middle of nowhere.

By working with a country expert, our colleagues can suggest the best places to stay in Kenya and help you choose from a number of unforgettable experiences that suit your preferences.

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