![]() But not many places offer night drives so we couldn't pass on the opportunity to experience it at Olarro. ![]() Night drives are great to see nocturnal animals that only ventures out after hours or to spot predators in action roaming the field stalking an unsuspected prey. Although listed as one of the activities, the manager likes to take the liberty of surprising you with a bush dining experience - keeping under wraps the location, date, and details. Campfire, bar, and table were set up under nothing else but the night sky full of stars. ![]() We didn't go as fast as I wanted, but alas safety first!Īfter one of our afternoon drives, we were surprised with a magical bush dining experience. I had the most fun riding the quad bike and roaming the landscape accompanied by our guide. The smaller size of the four-wheel gives you a different perspective - giraffes suddenly look bigger and zebras run by much closer. Quad bikes are a fantastic way to experience nature up close. The sight of 50 elephants stomping past you is something I will never forget. The elephants seemed to be in a rush which our guide indicated that they were probably scared by something or someone outside the reserve. We followed their trail of wreckage they left behind and quickly found them. On another of our game drives, we were informed that a big herd - of about 50 elephants - have made their way into the conservancy - Olarro is not a fenced reserve so animals can migrate in and out of the area. It was a gory scene, but an amazing thing to witness. You come to learn that in nature, nothing goes to waste. Of course, not before the opportunistic jackal took a chunk while the hyaenas were distracted and ran away. We drove by and lo and behold, the remaining of the lion's breakfast! As the hyenas feasted on the wildebeest carcass, the vultures started to descent in bigger numbers until they overpowered them and took over of what was left. Our guide quickly noticed something was up behind nearby bushes as they kept walking in and out. As we kept driving, we noticed a couple of hyenas glancing around. On our first morning drive, our guide spotted our first lion sighting! His belly was full and blood over his paws, he had just finished breakfast. Not a dull day passed at the Olarro Conservancy. But also watching the sunrise over the waterhole where all the animals gathered for a morning refreshment was simply breathtaking - à la Lion King where all the animals made their way to the cliff. Mornings were our favorite time to go on game drives - when animals are the most active, and big cats are ready to hunt. Olarro offers two game drives a day: one in the early morning at 6:00 am and one at 4:00 pm, although they are very flexible. There aren't other tour companies so while you admire nature, there aren't ten more cars around intruding in your experience. ![]() As part of Olarro’s all-inclusive package, most of the activities are included except for the hot air balloon, Masai Mara National Reserve day trip, and the village/school visit.Īs the Conservancy is part of Olarro, safari here feels much more personal and private. Most safari lodges will offer an array of activities to keep you busy during your stay - as most of them are located in secluded areas.
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