This itinerary combines Kenya’s two strongest rhino-viewing destinations — Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to the world’s last two northern white rhinos, and Lake Nakuru’s dedicated black and white rhino sanctuary — alongside chimpanzee sanctuary visits and flamingo-lined shores.
Detailed Itinerary
DAY 1
Your driver-guide meets you at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for the drive north to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, crossing the equator near Nanyuki en route, arriving with time for an afternoon game drive.
Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Accommodation Options
Mid-rangeSweetwaters Serena Camp
LuxuryPorini Rhino Camp
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
DAY 2
A dedicated visit to the northern white rhino enclosure, home to Najin and Fatu, the world’s last two, under round-the-clock protection, followed by Ol Pejeta’s chimpanzee sanctuary, a rehabilitation centre for chimps rescued from the pet trade and conflict zones across Central Africa.
Rhino Sanctuary and Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3
A full day of game viewing across the conservancy’s varied terrain, off-road where sightings call for it, plus an evening night game drive with spotlights for nocturnal species — both activities Kenya’s public reserves don’t permit.
Night Game Drive and Full Day Exploring
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
The drive south to Lake Nakuru, back down off the Laikipia plateau and onto the Rift Valley floor, arriving with time for an evening game drive around the lake’s shores.
Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park
Accommodation Options
BudgetNaishi House
Mid-rangeLake Nakuru Lodge
LuxurySarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5
A full day around the lake’s alkaline waters and surrounding woodland — flamingo numbers vary with water levels, but the dedicated sanctuary here reliably delivers both black and white rhino, alongside lion and Rothschild’s giraffe.
Full Day Lake Nakuru Game Drives
Accommodation
As above
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6
A final morning game drive before the drive back to Nairobi, timed against your onward flight.
Return to Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Permits & Costs
| Ol Pejeta conservancy fee | ~$90 per person per day |
| Lake Nakuru park entry | ~$60 per person per day |
| Night game drive | Included in tour price |
Who This Itinerary Suits
Travellers with a genuine interest in rhino conservation, and those wanting the private-conservancy activities (night drives, off-road access) that public parks don’t allow.Tour Includes
- Travel in a 4×4 safari vehicle with pop-up roof hatch
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- All accommodation per itinerary
- Meals as specified
- Conservancy & park fees
Tour Excludes
- International flights
- Visas
- Alcoholic drinks
- Tips & gratuities
- Travel insurance