The Best Safari Travel Locations in Kenya to Kickstart the New Year

If you’re looking to start the year with an unforgettable adventure, a safari in Kenya’s pristine conservancies offers an unparalleled experience. Here are our top safari locations to add to your travel bucket list for 2025, offering exclusive access to Kenya’s untouched wilderness with breathtaking landscapes, unparalleled wildlife encounters, and a deep commitment to conservation. Start planning your dream safari today and explore Porini.com for the best options to make your adventure unforgettable.

Discover these pristine locations and let your safari journey begin.

1. Selenkay Conservancy

Nestled near Amboseli National Park, Selenkay Conservancy is a haven for wildlife enthusiasts. Known for its thriving elephant population, this conservancy also offers sightings of lions, giraffes, and over 200 bird species. Visitors can enjoy guided walks and night game drives, providing a unique perspective on Kenya’s nocturnal wildlife.

Unique Features: Guests who visit the Conservancy benefit from the knowledge and experience of the local Maasai employed as game rangers, trackers and camp staff and from an environment still in its wild and unspoilt state.

Camp: Porini Amboseli Camp offering an intimate experience with just ten tents in the heart of Maasailand.

Best Time to Visit: January to February and June to October, when the weather is dry and wildlife congregates near water sources.

2. Ol Kinyei Conservancy

Located in the Maasai Mara ecosystem, Ol Kinyei Conservancy offers a tranquil safari experience with diverse wildlife, this conservancy is perfect for travelers seeking exclusivity.

Unique Features: Small eco camps and cottages for guests, Maasai-guided safaris, and uncrowded game viewing.

Accommodation: Porini Mara Camp, Porini Cheetah Camp , Gamewatchers Adventure Camp and Porini Safari Cottages are all situated in this exclusive conservancy, part of the famous Maasai Mara ecosystem.

Best Time to Visit: All year, particularly July to October for the Great Migration and January to February for exceptional game viewing and the Loita migration.

3. Olare Motorogi Conservancy

A gem in the Maasai Mara region, Olare Motorogi Conservancy is home to large lion prides and unspoiled landscapes. It’s a prime spot for wildlife and experiencing the Great Migration during its peak.

Unique Features: Big Cats, photographic safaris, and conservation-focused tourism.

Camp: Porini Lion Camp, located adjacent to the Mara Reserve, providing comfortable accommodation and exceptional game viewing.

Best Time to Visit: All year, especially July to October for the migration and December to February for predator sightings.

4. Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a leader in wildlife conservation, particularly for its efforts to protect rhinos. It’s the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa and home to the last two northern white rhinos on the planet.

Unique Features: The Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, horseback safaris, and community-focused initiatives.

Camp: Porini Rhino Camp, offering fantastic "Big Five" wildlife viewing, a photographic den and waterhole in front of camp. .

Best Time to Visit: All year, especially December to March and June to September for excellent wildlife visibility.

5. Meru National Park

Meru is a lesser-known treasure that offers lush scenery and diverse wildlife without the crowds. The park features rivers, swamps, and vast savannahs teeming with elephants, hippos, and rare antelope species.

Unique Features: Rugged landscapes, Rhino sanctuary, and fewer tourists.

Lodge: Rhino River Camp, offers a truly magical experience with its prime location, positioned along the banks of the Seasonal Kindani River, on the edge of Meru National Park.

Best Time to Visit: June to September and December to February for dry-season game viewing.

Why Start the Year on Safari?

A New Year safari sets the tone for a year of adventure, rejuvenation, and reconnection with nature. It’s a chance to escape the hustle of daily life, embrace sustainable travel, and create lasting memories in the heart of the wild.

Our Travel Tips for a Seamless Safari

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• Plan Ahead: Book your safari early to secure the best experiences.

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Start the new year with a bang and make 2025 the year you embark on an unforgettable safari adventure.