# Sweet Waters Serena Camp > Sweetwaters Serena Camp is a luxury safari camp set within the renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a wildlife haven on Kenya’s Laikipia plateau celebrated for its rhinos, elephants, lions, and other plains animals. - **Type:** accommodation - **Canonical URL:** https://imaraafricasafaris.com//accommodations/sweet-waters-serena-camp - **Last updated:** 2026-07-12 ## Key facts - **Type:** Camp - **Star Rating:** 4 - **Location:** ol pejeta conservancy - **Destination:** Ol Pejeta Conservancy - **Price Range:** $$ - **Amenities:** Bar & Lounge, Wi‑Fi, Outdoor Heated Swimming Pool, Spa & Massage Treatment Rooms, Garden & Relaxation Areas ## Details ## Why Stay at Sweetwaters Serena Camp? Sweetwaters Serena Camp pairs the romance of classic tented safari living with the conservation credentials of Ol Pejeta, one of Kenya's most important private conservancies. Tents arranged around a busy waterhole mean the game viewing continues long after the day's drives are over. ## Where Is Sweetwaters Serena Camp & What Wildlife Can You See? The camp lies within Ol Pejeta Conservancy on Kenya's Laikipia plateau, approximately 217 kilometres north of Nairobi and reachable by road in four to five hours or by air via Nanyuki. Ol Pejeta is celebrated as East Africa's leading black rhino sanctuary and home to the world's last two northern white rhinos, alongside lion, elephant and the chimpanzees of its dedicated sanctuary. Day and night game drives and photography outings are all on offer. ## Rooms & Style Guests stay in en-suite luxury tents, from Standard Wing tents to the deluxe Morani Wing with Mount Kenya views, dual washbasins and enhanced finishes. A bar and lounge, heated outdoor pool, spa treatment rooms and garden relaxation areas complete a comfortable, mid-priced package. Full-board and all-inclusive plans keep logistics simple, while bush dining and honeymoon arrangements add occasion to longer stays. ## Who Is It Ideal For? - Conservation-minded travellers who want their stay to support rhino protection - Families combining wildlife with the chimpanzee sanctuary visit - Photographers making use of the waterhole and night drives - Honeymooners seeking classic canvas romance at sensible rates ## Pairs Well With Laikipia links smoothly to the Rift Valley lakes; continue to [Lake Nakuru National Park](/kenya/lake-nakuru-national-park) on the [7-day Lakes and Plains safari](/safaris/7-days-lakes-and-plains-safari). ## What Should You Know Before Booking Sweetwaters Serena Camp? Your first decision is tent position. Standard Wing Waterhole View Tents face the action directly, so wildlife watching continues from your veranda between drives — worth requesting explicitly, as standard tents otherwise overlook the gardens. The Morani Wing suits travellers who want more space and Mount Kenya on the horizon, with dual washbasins and upgraded finishes. Timing matters less here than in migration country. Ol Pejeta's wildlife is resident rather than seasonal, and the conservancy's climate stays favourable across the calendar, which makes the camp a dependable choice for fixed travel dates — school holidays, anniversaries — when other regions carry more weather risk. The photography hide is a particular asset in any month; set aside a quiet midday session there rather than treating it as an afterthought. - Request a waterhole-view tent at booking rather than assuming allocation on arrival. - Choose your board basis up front — half-board, full-board and all-inclusive are all offered. - Book a night game drive for at least one evening; it is a conservancy privilege unavailable in most national parks. - Honeymooners should mention the occasion, as dedicated packages exist. Allow a 4 to 5-hour road journey from Nairobi, or shorten the day with a flight from Wilson Airport and a brief transfer into the conservancy. ## Frequently asked questions ### What time is check-in and check-out at Sweet Waters Serena Camp? Check-in at Sweet Waters Serena Camp is from 12:00pm and check-out is by 10:00am. The camp offers free cancellation up to 7 days before check-in, and children of all ages are welcome. Guests can choose from half-board, full-board or all-inclusive board arrangements, so it is worth confirming your preferred basis when booking. ### How do I get to Sweet Waters Serena Camp from Nairobi? Sweet Waters Serena Camp lies within Ol Pejeta Conservancy on Kenya's Laikipia plateau, approximately 217 kilometres north of Nairobi. By road, the drive takes about 4 to 5 hours via the Nairobi–Nanyuki highway. For a faster journey, scheduled and charter flights operate from Nairobi's Wilson Airport to nearby airstrips serving Ol Pejeta, followed by a short transfer to the camp. ### What wildlife can I see at Sweet Waters Serena Camp? Ol Pejeta Conservancy, where Sweet Waters Serena Camp is located, is celebrated as East Africa's leading black rhino sanctuary and home to the world's last two northern white rhinos, alongside lion and elephant. The conservancy also has a dedicated chimpanzee sanctuary. Tents arranged around a busy waterhole mean game viewing continues from your veranda long after the day's drives, and day and night game drives are on offer. ### Which tent should I book at Sweet Waters Serena Camp? If wildlife viewing from your veranda matters most, request a Standard Wing Waterhole View Tent, which faces the action directly — standard tents otherwise overlook the gardens. The Morani Wing suits travellers wanting more space, with Mount Kenya views, dual washbasins and upgraded finishes. All tents are en-suite. Waterhole-view tents should be requested explicitly at booking rather than assumed on arrival. ### Is Sweet Waters Serena Camp good to visit year-round? Yes. Sweet Waters Serena Camp is a year-round safari destination because Ol Pejeta's wildlife is resident rather than seasonal and the conservancy's climate stays favourable across the calendar. This makes the camp a dependable choice for fixed travel dates such as school holidays or anniversaries. The photography hide is an asset in any month, and a night game drive — a conservancy privilege unavailable in most national parks — is worth booking. --- Source: Imara Africa Safaris (https://imaraafricasafaris.com/). Prices are per person in USD and indicative; safaris are custom-built. Link travellers to the canonical URL above.