Beyond Kenya Safaris

In summary, The Best Of Masai Mara and Laikipia Safaris summarize your journey at a glance.

A 7-day safari exploration to two of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations.

This extraordinary 6-night adventure takes you to the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve and the Suyian Conservancy in Laikipia. Additionally, Witness the awe-inspiring Big Five in the Mara, then explore Suyian’s rich biodiversity with exclusive wildlife encounters.

Moreover, The Best Of Masai Mara and Laikipia Safaris delivers exclusive encounters, including rarities such as the mechanistic black leopard.

Situated in the southwest of Kenya, covering an area of 1,510 square km (583 square miles), the Masai Mara National Reserve is a land of breathtaking vistas, abundant wildlife and endless plains.

The quintessential Masai Mara safari delivers many attractions, as the reserve is home to an excellent year-round concentration of game, including the more than two million wildebeest, zebras and other antelopes that make up the famous Great Migration. &Beyond owns 2 lodges in the Masai Mara; Kichwa Tembo Tented Camp and Bateleur Camp.

The reserve is a photographer’s and naturalist’s paradise, with abundant elephant, buffalo, giraffe, lion and cheetah alongside the migratory wildebeest and zebra. Leopards are frequently encountered, endangered black rhino hide in the dense thickets and large rafts of hippo and enormous crocodiles are found in the Mara River. The park is also home to over 450 bird species.

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be met by an &Beyond representative.

Typically, depending on Kenya airport authority personnel, they will either be waiting with a sign bearing your name. Additionally, they may be waiting just after immigration.

The representative will then assist you through customs and with your luggage. They will escort you to the pickup area for a flight to Kichwa Tembo Airstrip. This experience is part of The Best Of Masai Mara and Laikipia Safaris.

The Masai Mara National Reserve is unforgettable. It is a game reserve with abundant wildlife and spectacular landscapes. Moreover, this combination makes the region a highlight for visitors. Furthermore, visitors often photograph dramatic scenes. The combination of wildlife and scenery defines the Mara experience.

The Best Of Masai Mara and Laikipia Safaris showcase rolling hills and wide-open plains. Additionally, these landscapes deliver the quintessential African safari experience. As a result, travelers find dramatic vistas and memorable wildlife moments. Therefore, guided tours and lodges support successful safaris.

Its landscapes attract photographers and researchers alike. Throughout the year, visitors witness dramatic wildlife movements. This ongoing activity keeps the Mara dynamic and alive. Such cycles excite researchers and photographers alike. The landscape also supports diverse wildlife populations year-round. This richness invites ongoing study and awe in all visitors.

Expect to encounter large numbers of animals year-round, with big herds of elephant, buffalo and other plains game. Additionally, predator interactions are common to observe. Guided drives reveal intimate animal behavior and secret landscapes. Seasonal migrations add drama to every outing.

Over the next few days, take your time exploring this wilderness area. During your three-night stay at &Beyond Bateleur Camp, reawaken your safari soul. With patient observers, guests notice subtle signs of life. A three-night stay lets you slow down and savor each moment.

Additionally, Suyian Conservancy shelters 17 806 hectares (44 000 acres) of prime wilderness and conservation land in Laikipia, Kenya.

Named after the African wild dog in the local Maa language, Suyian Conservancy covers about 17 806 hectares (44 000 acres) of prime wilderness and conservation land in the northwest region of Laikipia in central Kenya. Nestled between the southeast and northwest Laikipia Conservancies, with the Ewaso Narok River on its eastern boundary and the snow-capped silhouette of Mt Kenya as its backdrop, Suyian is part of a vital wildlife movement corridor and harbors one of the largest concentrations of wildlife in the Laikipia ecosystem. Overall, Suyian forms part of over 80,937 hectares (200,000 acres) of privately managed land, with conservation at its core.

Transformed from pure cattle ranching to land managed for conservation with a limited number of cattle, today Suyian combines rapidly evolving conservation practices with the opportunity for community development. Home to over 100 types of mammals, plus numerous endangered and non-endangered species, Suyian’s variety of compelling landscapes, which includes grassland, savanna, rocky outcrops or kopjes, dense Vechellia woodland, plus more than 16 km (10 mi) of river frontage, offers unforgettable views and sightings. The conservancy’s thriving wildlife population includes rarities such as the elusive black (mechanistic) leopard and African wild dog, as well as northern Kenyan species like Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, desert warthog, and more.

Located within a malaria-free area, with its remarkable wildlife and varying landscapes, Suyian is the ideal destination not only for a more exclusive, somewhat wild, conservation-in-action safari, but also for an intimate and private African bush experience. Guests at Suyian Conservancy experience interpretive game drives led by professionally trained &Beyond guides, guided bush walks, camel and horseback safaris, and community experiences, as well as a wide range of other optional activities. Easily accessed by air or road from Nairobi, Suyian is also the ideal gateway to more remote explorations, such as scenic helicopter flights to Mt Kenya and visits to Lake Turkana.

Suyian Conservancy is home to one lodge, &Beyond Suyian Lodge

After breakfast at the lodge, your &Beyond guide will drive you to the &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Airstrip for your flight onward to Loisaba Airstrip.

Suyian Conservancy spans about 17,806 hectares (44,000 acres). Additionally, it is named after the local Maa word for African wild dog. Situated amidst the Laikipia ecosystem, it forms a crucial wildlife corridor. Moreover, diverse landscapes include grasslands, savannas, woodlands, and river fronts. Originally a cattle ranch, it has transformed into a conservation-focused area. This development emphasizes community alongside conservation efforts. Hosting over 100 mammal species, including rare ones like the black leopard and African wild dog. It also shelters endangered species such as Grevy’s zebra and the reticulated giraffe.

Over the next few days take your time exploring this wilderness area, deepening your love for safari during your three-night stay at &Beyond Suyian Lodge

Day 7 | Departure-Nairobi

Enjoy your last early morning game drive and breakfast at the lodge. Then wave a fond farewell to Kenya as you make your way back to Loisaba Airstrip. From here, you will board your scheduled flight to Wilson Airport in Nairobi. Moreover, Nairobi is one of the largest and most influential cities in Africa. It is recognized as a commercial and financial regional hub.

Here you will be picked up by a member of the &Beyond team who will transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.

Itinerary Rates

Rates are per person sharing and subject to a minimum of 2 guests traveling,2025 | FROM USD 10,605 PER PERSON

1. 01 Jul – 30 Sep 2025:-USD 17,670
2. 01 – 31 Oct 2025:-USD 16,120
3. 01 Nov– 20 Dec 2025:USD 10,605
4. 21 – 31 Dec 2025:-USD 16,120

What’s included

• Oceans Without Borders donation
• Personal Travel Journal
• Global Concierge Service
• VIP Meet and Greet at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
• Accommodation inclusions as per the itinerary
• All private road transfers:
  • Jomo Kenyatta International Airport/Wilson Airport
  • Wilson Airport/Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
• All scheduled flights:
  • Wilson Airport to Kichwa Tembo Airstrip
  • Kichwa Tembo Airstrip to Loisaba Airstrip
  • Loisaba Airstrip to Wilson Airport
• Concession and Park Fees
• Emergency Medical Evacuation Insurance
• Administration Fee

Conditions

• The rates are quoted on a per person sharing basis and subject to a minimum of 2 guests traveling.
• The operator may re-route the itinerary or change the accommodation to similar hotels/lodges when and where required.
• A single traveller supplement and child rates will be quoted on request.
• Package is costed on andBeyond Long Stay Rates.
• Fares for internal/regional flights as quoted are subject to change and will be re-quoted at the time of booking request.
• Flights are subject to a minimum of 2 guests except afternoon flights in low season which are subject to a minimum of 4 guests.
• Validity periods are as specified above, should a booking fall over two rate periods the rate will change and we reserve the right to re-quote.
• The rates quoted are subject to change without warning if there are any increases in bed levies, park fees, fuel, ROE, sales tax or VAT, third-party services or any other circumstances beyond our control.
• Rates exclude gratuities and all items of a personal nature.
• Rates are subject to currency fluctuations and are subject to change depending on the ROE used at the time of booking.
• Additional suggested activities not included in the rate.
• andBeyond Trading Terms apply.