$3,288 to $4,607 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve The Rugged North
Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve The Rugged North
Depart Nairobi at 7:30 AM in your private 4x4 Land Cruiser, heading north past rolling highland tea and coffee plantations framing Mount Kenya. Cross the equator and descend into the dramatic, rugged volcanic plains of Samburu.
Arrive at the prestigious Ashnil Samburu Camp in time for a warm welcome and a fresh buffet lunch. Unwind in your luxury tented sanctuary, beautifully set right along the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River under the shade of mature doum palms.
In the late afternoon, set out for your first custom game drive along the life-giving riverbanks. Track leopards, lions, and the rare "Samburu Special Five" as elephant herds gather at the water's edge before you return to camp for drinks by the river-facing deck.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Samburu Camp
Wildlife in Samburu NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Samburu Wildlife & The Special 5
Samburu Wildlife & The Special 5
Today is completely yours to design. Because you have an exclusive, private 4x4 Land Cruiser, your game drive timings are 100% customizable to your pacing.
Suggested Itinerary:
• 06:30 AM: Head out into the savannah at dawn with a packed breakfast to track active leopards, lions, and the endemic "Samburu Special Five" in the stunning morning light.
• 11:00 AM: Return to the camp to escape the midday heat. Cool off in the sparkling swimming pool, enjoy a fresh buffet lunch, and relax in your luxury tent.
• 03:30 PM: Set out for an exciting golden-hour game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River to watch elephant herds and giraffes gather at the water.
• Sunset: Enjoy a refreshing drink on the camp's wooden deck overlooking the river, or savor a gourmet dinner as the sunset paints the rugged Samburu landscape in deep gold.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Ashnil Samburu Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Samburu to Ol Pejeta Rhino Sanctuary
Samburu to Ol Pejeta Rhino Sanctuary
After an early breakfast, check out for a scenic three-hour drive through central Kenya to the world-renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Arrive shortly before noon, checking into Sweetwaters Serena Camp just in time for a freshly prepared hot lunch. Your luxury tented accommodation is elegantly arranged around an active watering hole where elephants and rhinos gather right in front of your private veranda.
In the afternoon, set off for an exhilarating game drive. Ol Pejeta offers an exceptional opportunity to view Africa's iconic Big Five, focusing on tracking majestic elephants, Cape buffalo, and the sanctuary's famous black and white rhinos.
As the sun sets, return to your tent to freshen up, enjoy a delicious dinner, and unwind. Because Ol Pejeta is a private conservancy, you have the rare opportunity to book an optional after-dark night game drive ($70 USD pp) to spot elusive nocturnal predators.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ol Pejeta to Lake Naivasha
Ol Pejeta to Lake Naivasha
Enjoy an early breakfast facing Mount Kenya before leaving the Laikipia Plateau. Today’s journey takes you south and west, dropping down the dramatic eastern wall of the Great Rift Valley toward the shimmering shores of Lake Naivasha.
Arrive at Lake Naivasha Country Club in time for lunch under the shade of massive yellow-barked acacia trees. In the afternoon, board a boat from the private jetty for a scenic 1-hour cruise, gliding past pods of wallowing hippos and diving African fish eagles directly onto Crescent Island Game Sanctuary.
Here, you will enjoy a spectacular walking safari right alongside completely wild, harmless herbivores—including wildebeests, giraffes, and waterbucks—with no predators in sight. Return to the country club for a gourmet dinner and a restful night on its expansive, green lawns.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Cycling & Hiking in Hells Gate
Cycling & Hiking in Hells Gate
Your bags stay completely unpacked today. Break away from the safari vehicle to experience wild Africa on foot and two wheels! After breakfast, a 20-minute drive brings us to Hell’s Gate National Park. Grab your mountain bike and pedal straight into a scene from The Lion King. Led by a certified local guide, you will ride along towering obsidian cliffs, cycling safely alongside herds of zebras, gazelles, and giraffes. Next, we drop the bikes to hike through the park’s spectacular, water-carved sandstone gorges. After a thrilling morning, return to your Naivasha resort for a well-deserved lunch. You have the afternoon free to unwind by the pool, Spend the afternoon unwinding by the pool, spotting hippos near the shoreline, and resting before heading to the mighty Maasai Mara tomorrow!
- Main Destination:
- Hell’S Gate National Park
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
Wildlife in Hell’s Gate NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve
Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve
Following an early breakfast, we depart our lakeside paradise and journey across the floor of the Great Rift Valley toward the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Watch the dramatic volcanic landscapes transform into the iconic, endless rolling savannah plains that define classic Africa. You’ll pass vibrant Maasai towns along the way, arriving at Zebra Plains Mara Camp in time for a warm welcome and a delicious lunch.
In the afternoon, head out for your first thrilling game drive. The Maasai Mara boasts unmatched wildlife density; your expert guide will navigate the rolling grasslands to track the legendary Big Five—lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, and rhinos. Enjoy a spectacular golden-hour sunset over the boundless plains before returning to camp for drinks and storytelling around the festive Maasai bonfire.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Full Day in the Masai Mara Pure Wildlife Immersion
Full Day in the Masai Mara Pure Wildlife Immersion
Awake to the crisp morning air of the Mara. Following an early breakfast, head out at 06:30 AM for a thrilling full-day game drive. This early departure gives you the best chance to catch apex predators—lions, leopards, and cheetahs—returning from their nightly hunts in the soft morning light.
Traverse the vast grasslands, tracking massive elephant herds and the elusive black rhino. At midday, enjoy a classic safari picnic lunch under a shady acacia tree in the heart of the wild, surrounded by grazing zebras and wildebeests.
Continue your exploration into the afternoon. Return to Zebra Plains Mara Camp by late afternoon to relax, before gathering around the camp’s signature evening bonfire to share safari stories under the stars.
Premium Upgrade ($450 USD pp): Trade the morning drive for a sunrise hot air balloon flight over the Mara. Glide silently over the savannah, landing for a champagne bush breakfast.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 8
Masai Mara back to Nairobi
Masai Mara back to Nairobi
After a hearty breakfast, embark on your return journey to Nairobi. Enjoy a scenic stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint before your private Land Cruiser drops you directly at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) or your city hotel, concluding your ultimate 8-day Kenyan journey.
Goodbyes are never easy, but Africa has a beautiful way of working itself into your heart, leaving you with unforgettable memories. Depending on your onward travel arrangements, your incredible safari concludes with a complimentary drop-off directly at your chosen Nairobi hotel or a smooth, hassle-free transfer to the airport for your flight back home.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
- Activities:
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
