7-Day Northern Kenya Explorer Safari

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Nairobi-Samburu National Park

Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive north through the central highlands, passing Mount Kenya views and local towns en route to Samburu National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in this semi-arid wilderness, home to unique species such as Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk. The Ewaso Nyiro River attracts a variety of wildlife including elephants, lions, and leopards. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to September and January to February

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June and December (Cool and fresh after rain)

Wildlife in Samburu NR

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

ZebraCommon

LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

BuffaloOccasional

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HippoOccasional

HyenaOccasional

CheetahRare

Wild DogRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore Samburu National Park

Spend a full day exploring Samburu with early morning and afternoon game drives. The reserve offers excellent wildlife viewing and fewer crowds, giving a more exclusive safari experience. Track predators such as lions and cheetahs, and enjoy sightings of large elephant herds along the river. You may also visit a local Samburu village to learn about their rich culture and traditions (optional). Enjoy meals and relaxation at the lodge between activities. Dinner and overnight in Samburu.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Samburu-Aberdare National Park

After breakfast, depart Samburu and drive to the lush Aberdare highlands, a striking contrast to the dry north. Arrive in time for lunch, then transfer to a tree lodge set within the forest. Spend the afternoon at leisure, watching wildlife such as elephants, buffalo, and bushbucks visiting the waterhole and salt lick. The cool mountain climate and dense forest create a peaceful atmosphere. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Aberdare National Park

Best Time To Visit June to September and December to February (Driest months)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Aberdare NP

ElephantCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraOccasional

HyenaOccasional

Black RhinoRare

LeopardRare

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GiraffeNone

White RhinoNone

LionNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

The Ark Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Aberdare NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Aberdare-Ol Pejeta Conservancy

After breakfast, depart for Ol Pejeta Conservancy, arriving before lunch. This private conservancy is renowned for its conservation efforts and high concentration of wildlife. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive and visit the chimpanzee sanctuary, the only one of its kind in Kenya. You may also have the chance to see the last two remaining northern white rhinos. Expect sightings of lions, elephants, rhinos, and other plains game. Dinner and overnight at your camp or lodge.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

Black RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Explore Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Spend a full day in Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Visit the chimpanzee sanctuary, the only one in Kenya, and learn about rescued chimpanzees and conservation efforts. Enjoy a game drive across the conservancy with chances to see the last two northern white rhinos. In the evening, head out for a thrilling night game drive to spot nocturnal wildlife such as hyenas, bush babies, and possibly leopards. Dinner and overnight in Ol Pejeta.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Accommodation:

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Ol Pejeta Conservancy -Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in this wildlife-rich park, famous for its rhino population and seasonal flamingos. You may also spot lions, leopards, buffalo, and Rothschild’s giraffes. The lake and surrounding escarpment provide stunning scenery. Dinner and overnight in Nakuru.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)

High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Nakuru National Park-Nairobi

Enjoy an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru for your final wildlife viewing. After breakfast, depart for Nairobi with a stop en route if desired. Arrive in the afternoon, marking the end of your safari filled with diverse landscapes and unforgettable wildlife experiences.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.