Kenya Big 5 & Conservation Safari

Safari Itinerary

A 7-Day Masai Mara Conservation, Communities And Photography Safari

A unique opportunity to photograph lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, cheetahs, and most other Masai Mara wildlife in their natural habitat. Gain an understanding of how photographic safaris can help conserve these animals for future generations.

Spending a week in the company of some of the most beautiful creatures on earth while learning about photography does not get much better! This safari lets you see Africa's wildlife up close while gaining knowledge that will stay with you long after your safari is finished.

Book one of the best Masai Mara safaris for photography today!

Day 1: Mara Naboisho Conservancy

On arrival at Naboisho Camp, the start of your Mara Naboisho safari begins.
Settle into your tented suite accommodation and meet your hosts and adventurers.
After afternoon tea and armed with your photographic gear, you will head out for your first game drive before returning for a welcome dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Accommodation: Naboisho Camp

Day 2: Mara Naboisho Conservancy - Mara Elephant Project

After a hearty breakfast, you head for the Lemek Conservancy to visit the Mara Elephant Project (MEP) headquarters.
The morning is spent with real-life heroes learning about their anti-poaching units, mitigating human-wildlife conflict and collaring of the Greater Mara's elephants.
After a picnic lunch on the plains of the Mara, as a group, you will for the Ol Chorro Rhino Sanctuary.
Here at the Ol Chorro Rhino Sanctuary, you learn about the challenges faced and concerns about the future of these endangered modern-day dinosaurs.
Returning to camp in the late afternoon, freshen up, grab an ice-cold beverage as an engaging talk on Black Rhino is about to begin.
Dinner and nightcaps end the day.
Meals: Full Board
Accommodation: Naboisho Camp

Day 3: Mara Naboisho Conservancy - Photographic safari

Today your safari begins in earnest, a very early start to the days see one head out with cameras in hand into the vast Mara Naboisho Conservancy.
The Mara Naboisho Conservancy is known for its big cats, one of the highest lion densities in Africa as well as remarkable plains game and birdlife.
You return to camp for lunch and a short siesta time.
Your afternoon safari will focus more on the photography, with a bit of luck, the afternoon light will complement all the wildlife sightings along the route.
Returning to camp in the early evening.
Meals: Full Board
Accommodation: Naboisho Camp

Day 4: Mara Naboisho Conservancy - Mara Predator Conservation Program

Another early wake-up and off into the bushveld you head for another photographic safari.
Return to camp for lunch and a short siesta time.
The afternoon activity is a visit to the Maa Trust, a thriving nonprofit organisation working toward a harmonious balance between conservation and sustainable human development in the Masai Mara.
One will have the chance to learn about the many interest community programs, including; vocational training, beekeeping and honey production, brickmaking, Female Genital Mutilations (FGM) education, healthcare, water and sanitation.
Later on in the day, you get the chance to meet a member of the "Kenyan Wildlife Trust" to learn about their flagship project the "Mara Predator Conservation Program".
This afternoon is a fantastic way in which one gets to experience how wildlife, nature and man can all survive in one environment.
Meals: Full Board
Accommodation: Naboisho Camp

Day 5: Mara Naboisho Conservancy - Walk with Lion Ambassadors

After an early wake-up, you set out to meet the Lion Ambassadors of the Mara.
"The Lion Ambassadors of the Mara", a team that provides that crucial link to communities that are having issues with lions, whereby the lions are moved away instead of being killed.
This morning you will join an ambassador on their daily patrol, a three-hour walk on the frontline of conservation.
Return to camp for lunch and a well-deserved rest.
An afternoon game drive followed by sundowners under that a classic flat-topped acacia tree.
Your return drive to camp is a night drive.
Dinner is waiting on return.
Meals: Full Board
Accommodation: Naboisho Camp

Day 6: Mara Naboisho Conservancy - Camera traps

Your last day is all about the game drives, wildlife sightings and photography and enjoying the endless plains that surround you.
Lunch and relaxation time back at camp.
Returning from the final game drive, a farewell BBQ will be enjoyed by the candlelit pool with a chance to share stories.
Meals: Full Board
Accommodation: Naboisho Camp

Day 7: Kenya Big 5 & Conservation Safari Ends

A relaxed morning and breakfast at camp before you say your goodbyes.
Your safari in the Mara Naboisho Conservancy ends with a transfer to your next destination or homeward bound.
Meals: Breakfast

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