National parks set the wildlife stage. Conservancies change how you move through it.

In the Mara conservancies and across Laikipia, off-road access, night drives and guided walks are often possible. Vehicle numbers are managed, and guiding can be more personal.

That is why many of our Kenya itineraries mix a headline park with at least one conservancy stay. Families, photographers and first-time safari travellers all benefit from the extra space.