3 Days 2 Nights Nanyuki Safari – Maisha Sweetwaters Camp
The 3 Days 2 Nights Nanyuki Safari to Maisha Sweetwaters Camp offers an exciting wildlife experience in the renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy, located in Laikipia County near Mount Kenya.
This conservancy is one of Kenya’s leading wildlife conservation areas and is famous for its strong rhino protection programs, including both black and white rhinos.
Staying at Maisha Sweetwaters Camp provides comfort in a natural setting while offering easy access to daily game drives within the conservancy.
Ol Pejeta is home to the Big Five — lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino — along with cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, hyenas, and numerous antelope species.
The conservancy is also known for hosting the last two remaining northern white rhinos in the world, making this safari both a wildlife adventure and a conservation-focused experience.
The backdrop of Mount Kenya enhances the scenic beauty, providing excellent photography opportunities.
This safari is ideal for travelers seeking a short but high-quality wildlife experience within a manageable driving distance from Nairobi.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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Wildlife conservation enthusiasts
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Rhino lovers and photographers
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Families and couples
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Short-stay travelers
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First-time safari visitors
Why This Safari Works (Brief List)
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High rhino population and Big Five sightings
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Private conservancy experience
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Scenic Mount Kenya backdrop
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Short drive from Nairobi
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Multiple game drives included
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Comfortable stay at Maisha Sweetwaters Camp
Tour Highlights
Game drives in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Rhino tracking opportunities
Visit to the northern white rhino sanctuary
Mount Kenya scenic views
Big Five wildlife sightings
Comfortable camp accommodation
Tour Map
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This Luxury tour uses tented camps.
Can be customized
You can request changes to this tour.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Minimum age of 1 year
The minimum age for this tour is 1 year.
Day 1
Nairobi – Nanyuki – Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Maisha Sweetwaters Camp)
Depart Nairobi early morning and drive north toward Nanyuki and Ol Pejeta Conservancy (approximately 200 km, 4–4.5 hours).
The journey passes through central Kenya’s highlands, offering scenic countryside views and glimpses of Mount Kenya on clear days.
Arrive at Maisha Sweetwaters Camp in time for check-in and lunch.
After a short rest, head out for an afternoon game drive within Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Expect sightings of elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and possibly lions or cheetahs.
The conservancy is especially known for its large rhino population, increasing your chances of seeing both black and white rhinos.
Return to camp before sunset for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals: Lunch & Dinner
Transport Distance & Time: ~200 km | 4–4.5 hours
Transport: Pop-up roof 4x4 Land Cruiser or Pop-up roof minivan
Accommodation
Maisha Sweetwaters Camp
Day 2
Full Day Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Maisha Sweetwaters Camp
Start with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active.
This is the best time to track predators and observe animals in cooler temperatures.
The open grasslands and acacia woodlands make wildlife spotting easier.
Return to camp for breakfast and relaxation.
Mid-morning, you may visit the chimpanzee sanctuary (optional) or the northern white rhino enclosure to learn about ongoing conservation efforts.
After lunch, enjoy another afternoon game drive exploring different sections of the conservancy.
You may encounter herds of elephants, rhinos grazing, giraffes browsing, and various antelope species.
Birdlife is also abundant in the area.
Return to the camp in the evening for dinner and overnight stay.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Transport Distance & Time: Game drives within conservancy (short internal drives)
Transport: Pop-up roof 4x4 Land Cruiser or Pop-up roof minivan
Accommodation
Maisha Sweetwaters Camp
Day 3
Ol Pejeta – Nairobi
Enjoy a final early morning game drive for last wildlife sightings and photography opportunities with Mount Kenya as a backdrop.
Return to camp for breakfast and check out.
Depart Ol Pejeta and drive back to Nairobi (approximately 200 km, 4–4.5 hours).
Arrival in Nairobi is expected in the afternoon, marking the end of your safari.
Meals: Breakfast
Transport Distance & Time: ~200 km | 4–4.5 hours
Transport: Pop-up roof 4x4 Land Cruiser or Pop-up roof minivan
Accommodation
End Of Tour ( No Accommodation )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
Landcruiser Rates Per Person
| Month/Season | Solo -1 Room | 2 people- 1 Room | 3 people- 2 Rooms | 4 people -2 Rooms | 5 people -3 Rooms | 6 people -3 Rooms |
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| 04 Jan to 28 Feb | $1,880 | $1,200 | $1,100 | $960 | $940 | $880 |
| 01 Mar to 02 Apr | $1,630 | $1,060 | $960 | $840 | $820 | $770 |
| 03 Apr to 06 Apr | $1,880 | $1,200 | $1,100 | $960 | $940 | $880 |
| 07 Apr to 31 May | $1,630 | $1,060 | $960 | $840 | $820 | $770 |
| 01 Jun to 14 Jun | $1,880 | $1,200 | $1,100 | $960 | $940 | $880 |
| 15 Jun to 30 Sept | $2,030 | $1,300 | $1,220 | $1,050 | $1,050 | $970 |
| Oct | $1,880 | $1,200 | $1,100 | $960 | $940 | $880 |
| 01 Nov to 22 Dec | $1,630 | $1,060 | $960 | $840 | $820 | $770 |
| 23 Dec to 03 Jan 2027 | $2,030 | $1,300 | $1,220 | $1,050 | $1,050 | $970 |
Tour Van Rates Per Person
| Month/Season | Solo -1 Room | 2 people- 1 Room | 3 people- 2 Rooms | 4 people -2 Rooms | 5 people -3 Rooms | 6 people -3 Rooms |
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| 04 Jan to 28 Feb | $1,630 | $1,080 | $1,020 | $900 | $890 | $840 |
| 01 Mar to 02 Apr | $1,390 | $930 | $880 | $780 | $770 | $730 |
| 03 Apr to 06 Apr | $1,630 | $1,080 | $1,020 | $900 | $890 | $840 |
| 07 Apr to 31 May | $1,390 | $930 | $880 | $780 | $770 | $730 |
| 15 Jun to 30 Sept | $1,780 | $1,170 | $1,130 | $990 | $1,000 | $930 |
| Oct | $1,630 | $1,080 | $1,020 | $900 | $890 | $840 |
| 01 Nov to 22 Dec | $1,390 | $930 | $880 | $780 | $770 | $730 |
| 23 Dec to 03 Jan 2027 | $1,780 | $1,170 | $1,130 | $990 | $1,000 | $930 |