Quick Facts
Duration: 7 Days / 6 Nights,
Start/End: Nairobi, Kenya,
Destinations: Nairobi, Lake Naivasha, Hell’s Gate, Maasai Mara,
Travel Type: Educational, Conservation, Adventure, Cultural Exchange,
Accommodation: Eco-lodges and safari camps,
Best Time to Visit: June – October, January – February (dry seasons),
Physical Level: Moderate,
Group Size: Flexible (1–25 travelers),
Suitable For: Students, Families, School Groups, Solo Travelers
Explore. Learn. Connect. Protect.
This 7-day Kenya student wildlife safari blends city-based conservation, Rift Valley adventure, and Maasai cultural exchange. It’s a journey from Nairobi’s elephant orphanages to Lake Naivasha’s walking safaris, Hell’s Gate’s volcanic cliffs, and the legendary Maasai Mara plains, a seamless blend of learning, adventure, and purpose.
Designed for schools, university groups, families, and youth explorers, this safari encourages responsible travel and cultural curiosity. Every activity directly supports wildlife protection, local livelihoods, and community-based conservation.
Why This Safari Matters
- This journey blends education, service, and adventure.
- It’s designed for students who are curious about the world and passionate about protecting it. You’ll go beyond sightseeing and dive deep into conservation projects, explore Kenya’s iconic national parks, and form real connections with Maasai communities.
- It’s a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to walk with giraffes, track lions with rangers, cycle through volcanic gorges, and reflect under the stars, all while learning what it means to be a global citizen.
- Every stop supports Kenya’s leading conservation projects and community programs. Students and travelers leave with a deeper understanding of ecosystems, sustainability, and the people who protect them.
- Real Conservation Work: From elephant sanctuaries to lion tracking, students engage directly with Kenya’s leading environmental projects.
- Hands-On Cultural Learning: Genuine exchange with Maasai communities fosters empathy and understanding.
- Unforgettable Landscapes: Cycle through geothermal valleys, walk among giraffes
- Leadership & Growth: Structured reflection, group dialogue, and shared challenges build resilience and global citizenship.
- By traveling with Offbeat Experiences, you’re not just exploring, you’re contributing to a future where tourism empowers conservation, communities, and education.
This Trip is Perfect for:
- Student groups, teachers, families, and eco-conscious travelers seeking purposeful travel in Kenya.
- Educational institutions
- University students studying ecology or tourism
- Families wanting an educational safari with impact,
- Youth groups or solo travelers eager to explore beyond the typical game drive.
- Whether you’re leading a school trip, organizing a gap year expedition, or traveling with friends, this itinerary balances education, adventure, and relaxation.
What to Bring
- Lightweight, comfortable clothing,
- Closed shoes or hiking trainers,
- Refillable water bottle, hat, and sunscreen,
- Notebook for journaling or research,
- Swimsuit and towel for spa and lodge pools,
- Jacket or warm layer for cool evenings,
- Camera or smartphone for photography,
- Curiosity, teamwork, and an open heart.
Itinerary
A transformative 7-day student safari through Kenya’s wildlife, culture, and conservation landscapes. From elephant sanctuaries to Maasai encounters and lion-tracking in the wild.
Arriving in Kenya’s capital, you’re met by your guide and transferred to a hotel in Nairobi. After settling in, the group enjoys a welcome dinner, sets intentions for the trip, and rests up for the wild days ahead.
Overnight: Eco Lodge in Nairobi Meals: Dinner
Start with a game drive at the Nairobi National Park before heading to the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, where baby elephants rescued from poaching or human-wildlife conflict are cared for. Watch their playful mud baths and hear their individual rescue stories. This will be an unforgettable introduction to wildlife conservation.
Next stop: lunch at a mall in Nairobi before heading to the Giraffe Centre, home to the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe. Students can hand-feed these gentle giants and learn about habitat restoration efforts in Kenya.
Accommodation: Eco Lodge in Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leaving Nairobi, the group travels north into the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at Lake Naivasha, check into Elsamere, and enjoy lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a boat safari across the shimmering waters, where hippos, fish eagles, and pelicans abound.
Head to Crescent Island, a peaceful wildlife sanctuary where students walk freely among zebras, giraffes, and wildebeest. With no predators here, it’s a unique opportunity to observe animals at eye-level and on foot.
Overnight: Naivasha Lodge
Meals; Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Today’s destination is Hell’s Gate,Kenya’s only national park where you can cycle past zebra, warthogs, and dramatic lava cliffs. Along the way, stop to learn about geothermal energy at KenGen’s sustainable power plant.
In the afternoon, soak in naturally heated mineral pools at the nearby geothermal spa, followed by a relaxed evening of journaling, group discussion, and quiet reflection under the stars.
Accommodation: Lodge in Naivasha
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Journey west toward the Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s most biodiverse reserves. Arriving at your tented camp just in time for an afternoon game drive, the group enters big cat territory. Here you can expect sightings of lions, cheetahs, and hyenas among wildebeest herds and acacia trees. The day ends with sundowners overlooking golden plains.
Accommodation: Lodge in Maasai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Morning and evening game drives offer prime chances to see leopards, elephants, and more. Between drives, students visit a local conservation initiative where rangers and researchers discuss their work tracking predators and managing human-wildlife conflict.
Later, return to the Maasai village for hands-on learning in crafts, songs, and survival techniques and hear firsthand stories of life on the frontlines of conservation.
Accommodation: Lodge in Maasai Mara
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
After breakfast, the group returns to Nairobi by road. This final leg offers time for reflection, sharing personal takeaways, and preparing for the journey home.
Optional overnight stays or city exploration can be arranged based on flight schedules.
