Nanyuki packages give Nairobi residents the closest genuine Big Five conservancy experience to the city, rhino, chimps and Mount Kenya views without needing a full week off work.
- FromKES 13,500per adult sharing, Land Cruiser, low season
- Duration2 to 4 days, flexible
- StartsNairobi
- Best forResidents wanting rhino, mountain views and a cooler climate in one trip
- StylePrivate Land Cruiser, 2 to 12 people
Rated 5.0 on Google from 46 reviews. Price confirmed in writing before you pay.
We build nanyuki packages around Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and the town’s own quirky attractions, the equator crossing point among them, with citizen and resident conservancy fees itemised separately from your accommodation.
Below is what a 2 to 4 day Nanyuki trip actually costs, what there is to do and honest advice on timing it around a Christmas or family getaway.
Highlights
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa
- Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only place in Kenya to see chimps
- Mount Kenya views and a noticeably cooler climate than Nairobi or the coast
- The equator crossing point, a popular quick photo stop en route
- Citizen and resident conservancy fees shown as their own line item
- About 3 hours from Nairobi, doable as a long weekend or a short Christmas break
Day by day plan
- Day 1
Nairobi to Nanyuki
You leave Nairobi in the morning, driving north past Nyeri, about 3 hours with a stop at the equator crossing point for photos along the way. Check in at your lodge by early afternoon, with time for a first Ol Pejeta game drive before dusk.
- Day 2
Full day at Ol Pejeta and Sweetwaters
A full day inside the conservancy, a morning game drive for rhino, lion and elephant, then an afternoon visit to Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary to see chimps rescued from conflict zones and the pet trade.
- Day 3
Leisure day or extend your stay
A free day at your lodge, or an extra activity like horse riding, trout fishing or a guided nature walk, before checking out and driving back to Nairobi by early evening if this is your final day.
Nanyuki packages, KES per adult sharing
| Nights | Land Cruiser pp | Resident conservancy fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 night | KES 13,500 | KES 3,500 |
| 2 nights | KES 22,000 | KES 7,000 |
| 3 nights | KES 30,000 | KES 10,500 |
- Rates shown are lodge accommodation, Land Cruiser transport and driver for the nights stated, low season.
- Resident Ol Pejeta conservancy fee is a separate line, shown here per person per day, confirm current rate at booking.
- Citizen rate is lower still than the resident rate shown; ask us for the current citizen figure.
- Child rates, ages 3 to 12, run at roughly half the adult rate; single travelers pay a supplement.
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Pick your dates and group. See the total. Hold it with a deposit.
Pay by Mpesa, bank transfer or card once we confirm in writing. Free changes until you confirm.
Included
- Private Land Cruiser transport from Nairobi and back
- Accommodation, full board, at the tier you choose
- A driver guide for the full stay, including Ol Pejeta game drives
- Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary entry where stated in your quote
Not included
- Ol Pejeta conservancy fees not stated as included
- Horse riding, trout fishing or other optional activities
- Tips for your driver guide and lodge staff
- Alcoholic drinks and personal purchases
- Travel insurance
How much do nanyuki packages cost
Nanyuki packages start from about KES 13,500 per adult sharing for a single night on a Land Cruiser basis in low season, rising to about KES 30,000 per adult for a 3 night stay, before conservancy fees.
The Ol Pejeta resident conservancy fee is the main additional cost and we always show it as its own line rather than folding it into a single unclear total, so you know exactly what you are paying for. Comparing nanyuki packages across a few different lodges before booking is worth the extra few minutes, since room tier affects total cost more than almost any other single factor.
What can I do in Nanyuki
Ol Pejeta Conservancy game drives and the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary are the headline draws of any Nanyuki packages itinerary, alongside Mount Kenya views on a clear day and a noticeably cooler climate than Nairobi.
Beyond wildlife, the town itself has the equator crossing point for a quick photo stop, horse riding and trout fishing at a few lodges and short nature walks suited to families or anyone wanting a gentler pace than a full game drive. Golf at the local club and a visit to the small town market round out a fuller itinerary for anyone staying more than a single night.
What is the Ol Pejeta resident fee
The Ol Pejeta resident conservancy fee is about KES 3,500 per person per day, considerably lower than the non resident rate of about USD 110, with a further reduced citizen rate available on presentation of a national ID.
This fee is separate from your Nanyuki packages accommodation and transport cost and we confirm the current rate at booking since conservancy fees are reviewed from time to time.
Is Nanyuki good for a family Christmas
Yes, Nanyuki packages are a popular festive choice for Nairobi families, since the cooler climate makes a nice change from the heat of the coast and Ol Pejeta’s rhino and chimps hold children’s attention better than a longer, more repetitive game drive elsewhere.
Book your Christmas dates 4 to 6 weeks ahead at minimum, since lodges here fill up fast for the festive period, faster than most standard weekend dates through the rest of the year.
Nanyuki holiday packages by season
Jan to Jun is the quietest, cheapest window for Nanyuki holiday packages, with easy availability and rates at their lowest across the year.
Jul to Aug school holidays and the festive period both get busy fast, so book 2 to 4 weeks ahead if you want your first choice lodge during these windows. See our Kenya public holidays page to plan around long weekends specifically.
Nanyuki day trip packages
A single day Nanyuki day trip package works for residents who cannot spare a full weekend, covering an Ol Pejeta game drive and Sweetwaters visit without an overnight stay, though the early start and late return make for a genuinely long, fairly tiring day out and back from the city.
See our 2 day Ol Pejeta safari page for the standard overnight version most residents actually prefer, since it avoids the long single day round trip.
Nanyuki Christmas packages specifically
Nanyuki Christmas packages typically run at a 15 to 25 percent premium over standard rates, reflecting both high demand and, at some lodges, a special festive dinner or activity thrown in.
We recommend booking Nanyuki Christmas packages by late October or early November at the latest for the best lodge selection, since the best rooms with mountain views sell out well before the holiday itself, sometimes months in advance for the most popular conservancy adjacent properties.
Ol Pejeta packages for residents versus non residents
Resident Ol Pejeta packages differ mainly in the conservancy fee, KES 3,500 for residents against about USD 110 for non residents, a meaningful saving that makes repeat visits genuinely affordable for Nairobi families across the year rather than a once off special occasion trip.
Everything else, the game drives, the chimpanzee sanctuary and the lodges themselves, is identical regardless of residency status, so the value gap here is entirely in the fee structure rather than a different experience, which is exactly why nanyuki packages remain such consistently good value for Nairobi based residents who visit more than once a year.
Comparing Nanyuki with other resident getaways
Nanyuki costs more than Naivasha or Machakos given the longer drive and higher conservancy fee, but adds genuine Big Five wildlife that those closer destinations simply do not offer.
See our general weekend getaways from Nairobi page for that fuller comparison, including Naivasha and Kajiado options alongside these Nanyuki packages.
Group bookings and team building in Nanyuki
Larger groups generally get noticeably better per person rates as group size grows, since the Land Cruiser and driver cost splits further across more people sharing the same trip.
See our team building packages page if you are organising for a company, with Nanyuki already a vetted venue option for group activities and meeting space alongside the wildlife experience.
Combining Nanyuki with Mount Kenya
Some guests pair Nanyuki packages with the start of a Mount Kenya climb, since Nanyuki is the main jumping off town for the Sirimon route gate and a natural place to spend a night acclimatising before heading up.
See our 4 day Mount Kenya climb via Sirimon route page if a proper climb interests you beyond the wildlife side of a standard Nanyuki trip, or our wider Mount Kenya climbing packages hub for every route we run, including options for climbers with less time available than a full multi day expedition.
Couples and honeymoon options in Nanyuki
A handful of Nanyuki lodges offer private cottages and a genuinely romantic setting with Mount Kenya views, a popular pick for couples wanting wildlife alongside privacy rather than a purely beach or lake focused honeymoon experience elsewhere in the country.
See our getaway packages for couples page for how Nanyuki compares against our other romantic destinations before deciding, since each suits a slightly different kind of couple depending on pace and budget.
What to pack for a Nanyuki trip
Nanyuki sits at a higher, cooler altitude than Nairobi, so pack a warm layer for morning and evening game drives alongside your usual daytime clothing, since the temperature swing between dawn and midday here is considerably wider than most visitors expect from an equatorial country.
- A warm jacket or fleece for cool mornings and evenings
- Comfortable walking shoes for nature walks and the equator stop
- Sunscreen and a hat for daytime game drives
- Cash in small notes for tips and any extra activities booked on site
Booking your nanyuki packages the smart way
Message us on WhatsApp with your preferred dates and group size and we will send a private quote showing accommodation and Land Cruiser pricing plus the current conservancy fee so you can see the full cost upfront.
Nanyuki packages for festive dates fill up fastest, so confirm those 4 to 6 weeks ahead. A standard weekend can often be arranged within a few days of asking. See our Naivasha getaway packages page too if you want to compare a closer, cheaper alternative before committing to Nanyuki specifically.
How to book your nanyuki packages
Booking your nanyuki packages with us takes about five minutes of your time. The rest is our job. Here is exactly what happens, step by step, so there are no surprises along the way.
- Send your dates. Message us on WhatsApp with your travel dates, how many people are coming and the ages of any children. Tell us if you have a budget in mind. We plan with it, not around it.
- Get a written quote. We reply with a clear price per person, what it includes and what it does not. No hidden park fees and no vague extras. If a cheaper camp or a shorter route makes more sense, we say so.
- Tweak it until it fits. Change a camp, add a night or swap a park. Ask as many questions as you like. Changes cost nothing until you confirm.
- Confirm with a deposit. A deposit holds your vehicle, guide and rooms. You get a written confirmation with every detail and the date the balance is due.
- Travel day. Your driver guide meets you at your hotel or the airport with a name board. You have their number and ours for the whole trip.
What every trip with us includes
Every nanyuki packages plan we put together comes with the basics done properly. You ride in a safari vehicle with a pop up roof, with a professional driver guide who knows the parks. Water is in the cooler box and park fees are sorted in advance so you do not stand in a queue at the gate.
We also stay reachable. If something changes on the road, a flat tyre, a closed route or a sudden storm, we sort it and keep you posted on WhatsApp.
Paying safely
We share payment details in writing only and every payment gets a receipt. The payment options and the balance date sit on your written quote, so nothing is left to memory or a phone call.
Why book with a Nairobi team
We live here. We drive these roads all year, we know which camps are honest about their photos and we know when a park is too busy to enjoy. That local knowledge is what turns a good nanyuki packages into a great one. Our Google rating sits at 5.0 from 46 reviews and we plan to keep it that way.
Ready when you are. Send us a message and we will put a plan together for you shortly.
Questions people ask
How much is a Nanyuki getaway?
Nanyuki packages start from about KES 13,500 per adult sharing for 1 night, rising to about KES 30,000 for 3 nights, before conservancy fees. The Ol Pejeta resident fee, about KES 3,500 per person per day, is shown as a separate line.
What can I do in Nanyuki?
Ol Pejeta Conservancy game drives, the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the equator crossing point, horse riding and trout fishing at select lodges, plus Mount Kenya views on a clear day, all inside standard Nanyuki packages.
What is the Ol Pejeta resident fee?
About KES 3,500 per person per day, considerably lower than the non resident rate of about USD 110, with a further reduced citizen rate on presentation of a national ID. Confirm the current rate at booking.
Is Nanyuki good for a family Christmas?
Yes, Nanyuki packages are popular for Nairobi families at Christmas thanks to the cooler climate and rhino and chimp sightings that hold children’s attention well. Book 4 to 6 weeks ahead since lodges fill fast for the festive period.
How far is Nanyuki from Nairobi?
About 200 kilometres, roughly 3 hours by road heading north past Nyeri, with a popular stop at the equator crossing point along the way for photos.
Are Nanyuki Christmas packages more expensive?
Yes, typically 15 to 25 percent above standard rates, reflecting high demand and, at some lodges, a special festive dinner. Book by late October or early November for the best lodge selection.
Can I do Nanyuki as a single day trip?
Yes, though it makes for a genuinely long day given the 3 hour drive each way. Most residents prefer the standard overnight version, covered on our 2 day Ol Pejeta safari page, over a rushed single day round trip.
Do citizens pay a lower fee than residents at Ol Pejeta?
Yes, Kenyan citizens pay a further reduced rate below the resident fee, on presentation of a national ID. We confirm both figures at booking since conservancy fees are reviewed from time to time.
Official information: Ol Pejeta Conservancy, official site.
Ready when you are. Send your dates and group size. We reply with a clear price and a plan you can change.
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