Kenya Luxury Horse Safari at Ol Malo Lodge

4+ NIGHTS AT OL MALO LODGE WITH SLEEPOUT

Enjoy a tailor-made stay with 3 nights at either Ol Malo Lodge or Ol Malo House and 1 night sleepout at either Leopard Hide or the Ol Malo Treehouse. Enjoy horse riding, camel treks, game drives and guided walks as well as bush breakfasts and picnic lunches. This is an all-inclusive stay, and for the adventurous, you can add on a helicopter flight with sundowner drinks (extra cost).

5 – 7 NIGHT NOMAD HORSE TREK & OL MALO LODGE

A tailor-made stay with 2-3 nights at Nomad Camp, and 3-4 nights at Ol Malo Lodge or Ol Malo House. Start your stay with a few nights of fly camping under the stars. Depending on how many nights you set aside for camping, you might stay in one place or create a more intricate journey, moving from camp to camp on horseback. From the mobile camp, you will ride back to the lodge. After your adventure, indulge in the luxury of the lodge rooms, complete with swimming pool and massages (extra cost) At the lodge, you can enjoy horse riding, camel treks, game drives and guided walks as well as bush breakfasts and picnic lunches. For the adventurous, you can add on a helicopter flight with sundowner drinks (extra cost). There is a mobilisation cost for the fly camping and a full quote will be given to you once your adventure has been tailored to you.

5 – 7 NIGHT NOMAD HORSE TREK & OL MALO LODGE & NOMAD HELI TREK TO LAKE TURKANA

A tailor-made stay with 2-3 nights at Nomad Camp, and 3-4 nights at Ol Malo Lodge or Ol Malo House, plus 1 night at Lake Turkana – ideal for riders and non-riders. Start your stay with a few nights of fly camping under the stars. Depending on how many nights you set aside for camping, you might stay in one place or create a more intricate journey, moving from camp to camp on horseback or helicopter. From the mobile camp, you will ride or drive back to the lodge. After your adventure, indulge in the luxury of the lodge rooms, complete with swimming pool and massages (extra cost) At the lodge, you can enjoy horse riding, camel treks, game drives and guided walks as well as bush breakfasts and picnic lunches. For your final night, take a helicopter flight to Lake Turkana where you will have a private camp set out on South Island. This is the perfect place for fishing & boating activities, and with no light polution, the perfect place for stargazing. There is a mobilisation cost for the fly camping, and extra fees for the helicopter flights, and a full quote will be given to you once your adventure has been tailored to you.

Start your day with a gentle wake-up call and a steaming cup of coffee or tea brought to your room. Head out early to catch the stunning sunrise and witness the wildlife at its most active. Whether on horseback or in a game-drive vehicle, you’ll explore the bush with an expert guide, spotting elephants, giraffes, zebras, and more.

Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast in a scenic spot in the bush, complete with fresh fruits, pastries, and hot dishes, while soaking in the serene surroundings. After breakfast, take a guided bush walk to learn about the local flora and fauna, track animals, and immerse yourself in the smaller details of the ecosystem. Alternatively, visit a Samburu village to experience their culture and traditions firsthand.

Return to the lodge for a delicious lunch served on the veranda, offering panoramic views of the landscape. Savour a variety of local and international dishes prepared with fresh ingredients. Take some time to relax by the pool, enjoy a spa treatment, or simply unwind in your luxurious room. If you’re feeling active, you can opt for mountain biking, a camel safari, or fishing.

Indulge in afternoon tea with a selection of pastries and snacks, preparing you for the evening activities. Set out again as the temperatures cool and animals become more active. This is a great time for photography as the golden hour bathes the landscape in warm light. Pause in a picturesque spot to enjoy sundowners—a quintessential safari tradition. Sip on your favourite drink and watch the sunset over the stunning African plains. Return to the lodge for a gourmet dinner served under the stars. Enjoy a multi-course meal accompanied by fine wine, with the sounds of the African night as your backdrop.

End your day by the campfire. Marvel at the clear night sky, rich with stars, and perhaps spot some constellations or planets. Head back to your comfortable room for a restful night’s sleep, ready for another day of exploration and excitement. At Ol Malo, every day is a blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion.

As sunlight splashes across your face and your heart drums along to the beat of your horses hooves, it will hit that you are living the “Out of Africa” moment you’ve been dreaming of. Canter alongside giraffe and weave between zebra by the sun, accessing remote areas where no vehicles can reach. Ol Malo offers horseback safaris that cater to all levels of riders, from beginners to experienced equestrians. The lodge provides well-trained horses, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience. These safaris allow you to traverse diverse terrains, including open savannahs, riverbeds, and rocky escarpments, providing a thrilling and varied riding adventure. This can be enjoyed at the lodge, or you can tie it in with a Nomad experience, riding from camp to camp (Nomad for intermediate plus and advanced riders only)

Elephant, Buffalo, Eland, Beisa Oryx, Grant gazelle, Impala, common and grevy Zebra, reticulated Giraffe, Lelwels Hartebeeste, Gerenuk, Greater Kudu, Water Buck, Klipspringer, Steenbok, Gunthers Dik Dik, Warthog, Wild dog, Leopard, Cheetah, Lion, spotted and striped Hyena: where else on earth can you go out for a drive in an open vehicle – with a Samburu guide and driver – and be virtually certain to see such a wide-ranging selection of elusive, wild game?

Experienced Samburu guides will take you on a nature walk to teach you the secrets of tracking wildlife and show you the Little Five – ant lion, leopard tortoise, elephant shrew, rhino beetle, and buffalo weaver. Or you can choose to learn about the plants the Samburu use for medicine and food. This can be enjoyed at the lodge, or you can tie it in with a Nomad experience, walking from camp to camp.

If you want something different, try camel riding on the plains – a wonderful way to see wildlife. For the more adventurous, try cross-country mountain biking or running with a Samburu warrior setting the pace.

Watch the ground fall away as you take flight, becoming a part of the African sky. When you lose your gravity you find your soul. Up here, following your fancy is the only thing to do. You can choose to do a half day experience when staying at the lodge, or opt for a Nomad Helicopter adventure. Fly through the Great Rift Valley, called the cradle of mankind or to Lake Turkana. This is an exclusive experience and tailored to your wishes – Pricing will be given to you depending on the number of people and the length of your journey.

Embrace the Samburu way of live with a homestead or market visit. And for those who are interested, you may wish to join the mamas making beads and crafts, or the older men who will teach you the art of spearmaking.

• Ranch life and sustainable farming: Collecting chicken eggs and milking cows at the Ol Malo Ranch, exploring the gardens
• Splashing around in the salt water infinity pools at both House and Lodge
• Beginner horseback riding on bush ponies
• Short camel rides across the plains or down in the valley
• Learning to track wildlife and survive in nature during Bush Walks with a Samburu Warrior
• Beading with Samburu mamas
• Joining in the Ol Malo Bush Kids school
• Samburu Market days – Tuesdays & Saturdays
• Throwing spears with a warrior
• Competitions for ping pong, darts, giant Jenya, and slackline in the outdoor gaming areas at Ol Malo House
• Playing board games with family around the fireplace at night
• Fishing for catfish & barbel
• Exploration walks around rocky outcrops and old cave paintings
• Day and night game drives