Lanner Falcon Fly-In Safari: Summary
Lanner Falcon Safari in a nutshell
This intimate fly-in safari features three sister camps across northern Kenya and the Maasai Mara ecosystem. Saruni Samburu, Saruni Rhino and Saruni Wild are all located within private conservancies, boasting remote wilderness and exclusive game viewing.
Beginning in Kalamara Conservancy, Saruni Samburu sits atop a rocky inselberg with spectacular views across the rolling plains from every angle. From this highly luxurious lodge guests can journey off road in search of northern varieties of plains game, or visit Samburu National Reserve.
Even greater intimacy is offered by the simpler Saruni Rhino and Saruni Wild, which have just three rooms each. Both feel wonderfully rustic and provide great adventure away from the beaten track. Saruni Rhino is the only lodge in East Africa that focuses specifically on tracking endangered black rhino on foot, a truly unforgettable encounter.
Finally, Saruni Wild, set within the game-rich Lemek Conservancy, boasts spectacular wildlife as well as access to many of the neighbouring conservancies and the Maasai Mara National Reserve.
Through the combination of night drives, walking safaris and off-roading in less-travelled wilderness, guests stand a good chance of sighting varied and spectacular wildlife, including the "big five". This, coupled with the strong cultural presence of Samburu and Maasai people, makes for an exceptionally immersive safari, with long-stay discounts an added bonus.
At a glance
| Starts: | JKI Airport Nairobi | |
|---|---|---|
| 3 nights | Saruni Samburu - Samburu National Reserve, Kenya | Full Board & Activities |
| 2 nights | Saruni Rhino - Northern Kenya, Kenya | Full Board & Activities |
| 3 nights | Saruni Wild - Maasai Mara Conservancies, Kenya | Full Board & Activities |
| Ends: | JKI Airport Nairobi |
Saruni Samburu
Samburu National Reserve, Kenya
Saruni Rhino
Northern Kenya, Kenya
Saruni Wild
Maasai Mara Conservancies, Kenya
Highlights
Our thoughts on five of the top experiences of this Lanner Falcon Fly-In Safari.
- Getting up close with black rhino on foot
- Enjoy spectacular views from Saruni Samburu
- Observe the wonderful wildlife of the Mara
- Enjoy intimate & personal camps with just three tents
- Meet the Samburu and Maasai people on village visits
Activities
Some activities which can be included in the Lanner Falcon Fly-In Safari: talk to us about those which interest you.
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Cultural excursion
Elephant encounter
Fly-camping
Guided walking safari
Hot air ballooning
Night drive
Key species to see on the Lanner Falcon Fly-In Safari
Based on our travellers' observations, we’ve estimated the likelihood of seeing these species during the Lanner Falcon Fly-In Safari. Click on the animals and our wildlife surveys page for more info.
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Side-trips whilst on this safari
We may be able to build in some of these optional excursions from the Lanner Falcon Fly-In Safari. Talk to us: they’re usually best arranged when you book.
Balloon flight over the Mara
3 hours in total - morning only
With the sun rising over the Loita Hills, you scramble into the balloon basket for the start of a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You’re about to go drifting with the breeze above the trees and plains of one of the world’s greatest wildlife regions.
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Safari in Maasai Mara National Reserve
All day from sunrise to sunset
If you're not staying in the Maasai Mara National Reserve itself, the chances are you'll be in one of the outstandingly wildlife-rich Maasai-owned private conservancies just outside the reserve boundary. However, a full-day game drive in the reserve is usually included, to visit the Mara River and see some of the reserve's fabled wildlife locations.
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Reteti Elephant Orphanage visit
One-and-a-half hours, plus transfers
Visit the community-run Reteti Elephant Sanctuary in Samburu, for an intimate experience meeting the orphaned baby elephants who have been rescued from the surrounding regions. They are hand-reared by Samburu keepers, until they are ready to be released back into the wild.
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