Global Immersive Veterinary Experiences
in Kenya

February 22–March 1, 2025

8 Nights Wildlife Conservation Experience

Prepare for the journey of a lifetime through Kenya!

Travel with us to one of the most stunning places on earth. Connect to the landscape and be a part of our work to support veterinarians caring for wildlife in some of the world's most fragile and beautiful ecosystems.

Dr. Dale Smith, a wildlife veterinarian and Professor Emeritus of the University of Guelph, will be guiding this journey as we explore wildlife conservation and VI’s revolutionary Kenya vet training program in partnership with the University of Nairobi, Egerton University, Kenya Wildlife Services, Laikipia County Department of Veterinary Services, and Ol Pejeta and Loisaba Conservancies.

Close-up encounters with some of the world’s most iconic and endangered wildlife, spending time with our team of experts and learning how you can make a difference!

Trip Details

$11,000/person

International airfare is not included

Above cost includes food, lodging, and local transportation. Physical Activity Rating is 3 (see physical activity rating page)

Apply Today

Contact info@vetsinternational.org

Reservations should be made well in advance as accommodations are limited, and sell out fast.

Deposit: A non-refundable deposit equal to 20% of your total tour cost is required to guarantee your reservation. If departure date is within 65 days, full payment is required to book your space.

Final Payment: Full payment is due 65 days prior to departure.

Cancellation Charges
a) 20% of total tour cost is forfeited for cancellation made for any reason 66 days or more before departure.
b) 100% of total tour cost is forfeited for cancellations made for any reason 65 or fewer days before departure.Should the tour be cancelled by Veterinarians International then these funds will be applied to a future trip.

Trip Begins

DAY 1 – DAY 2

Travel to Nairobi
Greeted by private driver at Jomo Kenyatta Airport
Check in to the private Hardy House In Karen, have dinner and rest
Day 2, breakfast, visit The University of Nairobi Veterinary School to meet our partners and the students!
After lunch visit the Giraffe Center, the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife (A.F.E.W. Kenya), a Kenyan non-profit organization, experience close-up encounters with giraffes
Return to the Hardy House for dinner in Karen, rest for morning flight to Loisaba Conservancy, Laikipia County

Loisaba Conservancy

DAY 3 – DAY 6

Enjoy morning and evening game drives
Visit conservancy operations, understand infrastructure and current programs
Have discovery conversations with senior management regarding future needs of our wildlife veterinary training program
Enjoy breakfast before departing Loisaba via plane to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Ol Pejeta Conservancy

DAY 6 – DAY 8

Enjoy morning and evening game drives
Visit conservancy operations, understand infrastructure and current programs
Have discovery conversations with senior management regarding future needs of our wildlife veterinary training program
Meet Fatu and Najin the world’s last 2 Northern White Rhinos, converse with Kenya wildlife veterinarians and rangers behind the scenes

Ol Pejeta to Nairobi

DAY 8

Enjoy breakfast on the final day before departing Ol Pejeta Conservancy via plane back to Nairobi
Check in to Hardy House, Karen
Afternoon tea with renowned Kenyan artist Solomon Wamisigo, opportunity for commissioning
Depart to airport for late night flight

Meet Loisaba

Our mission is to protect and enhance critical wildlife diversity, abundance and habitat in the Loisaba landscape while concurrently supporting sustainable livestock production and improving the lives of neighboring communities. With the goal of being self-sustainable, both tourism and livestock bring revenue to the land, along with offering over 300 jobs to local communities.