Tawny Eagle Fly-in Safari: Summary
Tawny Eagle Safari in a nutshell
This immersive fly-in safari features two smartly rustic bushcamps within Laikipia and the private Naboisho Conservancy.
Beginning at the homely and informal Ol Pejeta Bush Camp, the trip starts with a chance to see the world’s last remaining northern white rhino, located in a nearby sanctuary. Populations of both black and white rhino are generally good here, allowing for fair chance of sighting all of the Big 5 when out on exploratory day game drives. Sweetwaters Chimpanzee refuge is also close and well worth a visit, housing more than 40 chimps that live in two troops separated by the Ewaso Nyiro River.
Similarly modest yet lacking nothing comfort, Encounter Mara is a classic tented camp which sits beside a vast open plain. Here, day and night drives are possible as well as guided walking safaris or full-day safaris into the neighbouring Maasai Mara National Reserve. As Naboisho’s wildlife is consistently excellent though, guests might prefer to remain on the conservancy and explore the Mara ecosystem in comparable exclusivity.
Both camps are run by the same experienced safari operator and share high standards as well as a first-class quality of guiding. Whilst the camps are slightly simpler than others in the region, the level of care remains superb and guests are able to enjoy a wonderfully intimate experience from classically authentic bases.
At a glance
| Starts: | JKI Airport Nairobi | |
|---|---|---|
| 3 nights | Ol Pejeta Bush Camp - Laikipia, Kenya | Full Board |
| 4 nights | Encounter Mara - Maasai Mara Conservancies, Kenya | Full Board |
| Ends: | JKI Airport Nairobi |
Ol Pejeta Bush Camp
Laikipia, Kenya
Encounter Mara
Maasai Mara Conservancies, Kenya
Highlights
Our thoughts on five of the top experiences of this Tawny Eagle Fly-in Safari.
- Visiting the Northern White Rhino Sanctuary
- Enjoying views of Mount Kenya from Ol Pejeta
- Exploring the Mara ecosystem on foot at Encounter Mara
- Watching the birds from Encounter Mara's decking
- Experiencing the culture of a Maasai village
Activities
Some activities which can be included in the Tawny Eagle Fly-in Safari: talk to us about those which interest you.
4WD Safari
Birdwatching
Cultural excursion
Fly-camping
Guided walking safari
Horse-riding
Hot air ballooning
Night drive
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Side-trips whilst on this safari
We may be able to build in some of these optional excursions from the Tawny Eagle 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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Northern White Rhinos visit
One hour, usually as part of your drive
Visit the Endangered Species Enclosure at Ol Pejeta Conservancy for a close encounter with the last two remaining northern white rhinos. You can visit either by game drive vehicle or visit on horseback if you're an experienced rider. Other rare species include Jackson's hartebeests and Grevy's zebras.
More about Northern White Rhinos
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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