Game Drives

Up Close off road

Right from the beginning Kicheche made its name by getting up earlier and being out longer. We still do the same, fully aware that the harder you practice, the luckier you get.

The conservancies have amplified this mantra and are unlike anywhere else in Africa with off-road driving permitted and limits on vehicles. Also, the most prolific cat numbers in Africa. These are just a few reasons why so many revisit year after year.

All our guides are Silver-rated by the Kenya Professional Safari Guides Association, placing them among the top 5% of professional guides in Kenya.  

Led by our silver-rated guides, you enjoy unparalleled insights into animal behavior and expert guidance for all sorts of safaris, whether they be birding, photographic or indeed a more balanced theme. From elephants, buffalo, and giraffe to the region’s thriving big cat populations, every game drive brings you closer to nature without disturbing it. 

WILDLIFE PHOTOGRAPHY HAVEN

Set within wildlife-rich, exclusive conservancies, our game drives are designed for exceptional photography. Wildlife is viewed at close range without disturbance, capturing authentic behaviour and atmosphere. Guided by highly experienced, instinctive guides and enjoyed from customised 4WD vehicles with clear, open views, every drive is carefully positioned to maximise light, angles, and unforgettable photographic moments.

Night Game Drives

Discover a different world after sunset. Our night game drives reveal nocturnal wildlife such as aardvark, bat-eared fox, honey badger, and genet. Available at Kicheche Laikipia and Kicheche Valley Naboisho, these guided drives offer rare encounters for the discerning safari traveler.

Expert Guides

Our guides, highly skilled in Kenya safari expertise and wildlife behavior, ensure each game drive is safe, insightful, and unforgettable. Their knowledge elevates your experience, from tracking elusive predators to capturing the perfect wildlife photograph.

Flexible & Personalized

Game drives are flexible in length, often extended to a full day, with optional picnic breakfast or lunch. Every safari is tailored to your pace and interests, ensuring an immersive, unforgettable experience in Kenya’s wild heart.

Kicheche Vehicles 

Game drives are conducted in open-sided, open-roofed, customised 4WD Land Cruiser vehicles designed for comfort, flexibility, and outstanding wildlife viewing.  

Our game drives are shared by default. For complete flexibility, exclusive-use vehicles are available at an additional cost. Groups of 4–6 guests enjoy exclusive use at no extra charge. 

All vehicles are superbly equipped for photography. Cameras can be rested on the roof using supplied beanbags and also on adjustable armrests, with optional platforms for larger lenses. 

Kicheche Game Drives Kicheche Mara North ()

Standard Vehicle

Comfortably accommodates up to 4 guests. 

Adjustable armrests. 

Kicheche Camps Extended Vehicle

Extended Vehicle

Comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests. 

Adjustable armrests. 

Kicheche Camps Photographic vehicle

Photography Vehicle

Each camp in the Mara features one specialised photography vehicle, designed to offer a unique low-angle perspective. One side drops down, allowing photographers to lie flat and capture eye-level images with ease. Soft padded flooring, lens platforms, and beanbags are provided. 

Recommended for a maximum of 2 guests and available on an exclusive-use basis only. 

What Our Guests Say

“I don’t know how Charles could have made our trip any better. He put us at the exact right spot for a cheetah kill, a giraffe sunrise, an elephant sunrise and cheetahs with a kill on an acacia tree. Plus, he answered a million questions with knowledge, patience and professionalism. Great job, Charles!”

Stephanie Delahunt, UK

Plan Your Dream Safari

Our experienced reservations team will plan every detail, ensuring a seamless and meaningful safari.

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Explore Our Camps

Kicheche Bush Olare

Kicheche Mara North

Kicheche Valley Naboisho

Kicheche Laikipia