Trip details

Escape the hustle and bustle of Kenya's capital, Nairobi, in less than an hour by road, and immerse yourself in the home comforts and peace of The Residences at Karen. Set on the edge of Karen Golf Course and backed by a dense indigenous forest, the villa is a beautiful stone-hewn structure, perfectly luxurious and set in tropical gardens. Modern cottages and apartments offer privacy and convenience for those unashamedly hankering after the comforts of home, along with excellent service, fine dining, an on-site spa and, should you choose an added upgrade, a chance to sharpen your golf game.

The Residences at Karen enjoy a privileged position tucked away in a pleasant forested area overlooking the second hole of the Karen Country Club Golf Course in Nairobi. The apartment suites and two-bedroom cottages are spacious, comfortable and well-appointed, equipped with Wi-Fi, comfortable sitting/dining areas, fully fitted kitchens/kitchenettes and private bathrooms.

Guests can make use of the facilities at Karen Country Club, including Imari Nail Bar, Imari Wellness Spa, ultra-modern gym equipment, tennis courts, event facilities and dining options. Attractions in the area include the Karen Blixen Museum, the Nairobi National Park and Nairobi Arboretum and can be enjoyed at additional cost.

Located on a range of hills that form the western limits of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, the lodge offers spectacular views over the vastness of Africa.

The lodge also overlooks Lake Nakuru and its surrounding National Park, one that is a paradise for bird watchers and wildlife lovers alike.

Lake Nakuru National Park is mainly a wooded and bushy grassland with a wide ecological diversity and characteristic habitats that range from the lake waters to the escarpment and ridges.

The Lodge is 20km from the park main gate and 15 minutes drive from Naishi airstrip. Lodge accommodation consist of 60 rooms which include 2 inter-connecting rooms, 2 rooms accessible on wheel chair. Rooms are grouped into single, twin or triple rooms. All rooms have a clear view of the lake and you are able to view the sun rise from the balcony. All rooms have safe box, tea and coffee making facilities, mini bar is stocked on request and telephone extension are also provided in all rooms.

One of Kenya’s most popular national parks thanks to its easy location and dreamy scenery, Lake Nakuru is varied and diverse and home to a good cast of the animal kingdom. The park supports a wide ecological diversity with Flamingos and other water birds being the major attraction of the area. The ecosystem provides for about 56 different species of mammals including the white and black rhino, buffaloes and others.

As ever, game drives are the name of the game and you’ll traverse terrain ranging from the mist-shrouded lakeshore to pretty acacia woodlands. White rhino are plenty, especially by the lake, and giraffe, hippo and buffalo are also easy to spot. The big cats are present but elusive, and interestingly, there are no elephants. The park is fenced so if you’re visiting slightly off-season, game viewing should still be good – but it does get busy.

Situated on a crook in the Talek River, Fig Tree Camp snuggles neatly within a dense forested grove above a lolling hippo hotspot. This old stalwart sits inside Kenya's iconic Masai Mara – deservedly one of Africa's most beloved wilderness areas – and is very popular with repeat visitors. Come here if you long for a vintage-style safari, where the atmosphere is grand and even the waiters are formally dressed. Beyond the camp, the Mara is wild and wonderful, and it's the combination of chic comfort and wilderness that makes visitors return time and again. Fig Tree is a classic.

Fig Tree Camp enjoys an idyllic location on the banks of the Talek River in the Maasai Mara Game Reserve. Designed to be a haven of luxury amidst nature, the property is home to 48 Ngamboli tents and 32 garden lodge rooms that all offer a comfortable stay and are powered by a generator

On arrival and check in, you will have lunch and spend the rest of the afternoon relaxing in your tent waiting for the late evening when the temperature cools to head out on your first Mara game drive.

After breakfast drive across the Mara plains in search of the big five and other plains game or engage in the optional activities on offer at the Maasai Mara. The early mornings are one of the best times to view the animals as this is when they are their most active before the heat of the day sets in. After a mid-morning of relaxation and lunch, head out into the reserve for a chance to tick off some more animals on your “must see” list. Keep your eyes peeled as you hunt for the last members on your list. Visit the Mara River and ask your guide to show you the regular river crossing routes.