1. Watch the wildebeest from your own bed
There is no shortage of luxury accommodation in Kenya, but some stand out from the crowd, such as Sirikoi. This features Sirikoi House, the grandest of Sirikoi’s accommodation. All accommodation is perfectly positioned for ‘armchair game viewing’ and an array of wildlife is on show without even leaving the lodge, and one of the main attractions is the busy waterhole directly in front of the main deck. Take to the air, or go on one of their exclusive game drives to catch sight of the white rhino in this unique location.
Prices range from approximately US $500 per night.
Segera Retreat is another option ideally located in the centre of a 60,000-acre wildlife sanctuary featuring six deluxe villas with the iconic natural beauty of Mount Kenya as a backdrop. Indulge in the open-air Jacuzzi under the spectacular night sky or take a trip to the main lodge and pamper yourself in the spa. During the day, for those who want to take a safari in true style, why not roll across the savannah in a convertible 1976 Rolls-Royce Corniche?
Prices range from $6,800 per person
2. Go on the road with a mobile safari
The Great Migration Safari in Style with Abercrombie & Kent sets out in search of the region’s most spectacular wildlife, with guests escorted by expert drivers in custom-made vehicles for six nights in the heart of Great Migration country – three in the Serengeti and three in Masai Mara. You will not be left disappointed with the chance to admire majestic lions, elephant and buffalo whilst enjoying the variety of safaris on offer. Take advantage of both the morning and afternoon game drives in the Tarangire National Park and later on encounter an African wildcat and an array of nocturnal animals rarely seen by visitors.
Guests will relish the chance to drive to Amboseli National Park for an unforgettable day to gaze in awe and wonder at the staggering heights of the snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest freestanding mountain in the world. The mobile camping safari allows for five -star ambiance in the middle of the bush. A limit on guest numbers (only up to 18 permitted) guarantees excellent and exclusive service (and some serenity). This is one of Africa’s flagship safaris featuring the best boutique camps and luxury lodges in Kenya. While there you will have the opportunity to experience some of the best accommodation Kenya has to offer, including the Four Seasons Safari Lodge Serengeti and Sanctuary Swala.
Prices range: 14 days for $13,995
3. Take to the skies
Get a birds-eye view of all the action with Scenic Air Safaris (SAS) in their luxury Cessna 208 (Cessna Grand Caravan). For the purpose of bush flying, this is an unrivalled aircraft with luxurious interiors with rotating leather seats and passenger headsets, for clear views and explanations of the spectacle below. Offering a wide range of day trips to multi-day safaris over Kenya, you are guaranteed to travel in comfort with nights spent at luxurious camps en route, including a stay on the plains of the Maasai Mara. Our pick is the seven-night “Out of Africa Air Safari” – complete with wildlife viewing, wilderness walks on foot with Maasai warriors, and pampering stays with fine-dining in the evenings. The safari flies from Mombasa to Tsavo East with a stay at Satao Camp; Tsavo West with a stay at Severin Safari Camp; and Amboseli National Park with a stay at Satao Elerai and finally the Maasai Mara National Park with a night at Karen Blixen Camp before returning to Mombasa.
Prices range from $5,490 per person
4. Trade camping for glamping
If spending time under the canvas is your sort of thing, nothing can match the romance of Kenya’s tented camps. The Cottar’s 1920s Safari Camp Kenya is situated in a timeless and unspoiled setting with sunset views, this camp offers both authenticity and luxury. As the only camp situated in the 6,000 acre conservancy bordering the Serengeti and Maasai Mara National Reserve, you can expect privacy, serenity and wildlife encounters aplenty, with zebras often found milling between the tents.
Prices range from $1,484 per night.
Elsewhere, indulge in all that Mahali Mzuri has to offer and admire the setting of its natural beauty, which it is renowned for as even its name is translated to ‘beautiful place’. During your stay, you are guaranteed a front row seat to the Great Migration, catching sight of a diverse range of wildlife from wildebeest to cheetah. Spoil yourself and indulge in bush barbeques and Champagne picnics on this unique retreat, part of Sir Richard Branson’s very own Virgin Limited Edition collection.
Prices range from a nightly rate of $800 a night for double occupancy.
5. Go on a walking safari
Luxury travel operator &Beyond can take you to untouched parts of Kenya’s Laikipia Plateau, which can only be accessed on foot. Guided by a local Samburu guide, who will point out kudu and zebra tracks along the way, the seven-night walking safari is a fascinating alternative to escape the constraints of a vehicle and become acquainted with Kenya’s stunning wilderness. In-between walking, you can take a dip in the region’s rivers and spend warm nights lying beneath the starry sky, and if walking is not your preferred approach, another option is to ride a camel. On this remarkable safari, guests lay their heads at the boutique Emakoko Lodge on the edge of the Nairobi National Park and &Beyond’s very own Kichwa Tembo tented camp, with a swimming pool with Mara views. On this safari, you’re almost guaranteed to catch sight of the Big Five and African wild dogs, as well as meet local Maasai.
Prices from $5,599 per person (fully inclusive rate).