Holidays and Beyond

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Northern Frontier Bound & The Samburu Wilderness Welcome

Northern Frontier Bound & The Samburu Wilderness Welcome

Your extraordinary northern adventure begins at 06:00 AM with a private pickup from your Nairobi airport /location by your expert guide. You settle into your customized 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser, fully equipped with an essential pop-up roof for wildlife viewing, device charging slots, and cold drinking water. You travel north along the highly scenic highway, passing Mount Kenya as you journey into the rugged Northern Frontier District.
By 12:30 PM, you will enter Samburu's dramatic landscapes and check into your comfortable accommodation at Sarova Shaba Lodge, featuring private en-suite rooms with hot showers. Savor a fresh lunch and relax by the swimming pool.
At 04:00 PM, you head out for a thrilling game drive along the life-giving Ewaso Ng'iro River to track the unique Samburu Special Five: reticulated giraffes, Grevy’s zebras, Beisa oryx, long-necked gerenuks, and Somali ostriches. You return to the lodge by 06:30 PM for a buffet dinner and a restful night under the African sky.

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
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Tracking the Samburu Special Five Along the Ewaso Nyiro

Tracking the Samburu Special Five Along the Ewaso Nyiro

Your incredible day begins at 06:30 AM as you head out into the savannah at dawn with a packed breakfast to spot active leopards, lions, and cheetahs. Use the magnificent early morning light to track the iconic "Samburu Special Five" across the rugged desert plains.
At 11:00 AM, you return to your comfort lodge as the sun hits its peak. You cool off with a refreshing dip in the lodge swimming pool, savor a fresh buffet lunch, and unwind peacefully in the shade.
You set out again at 03:30 PM in your private, comfortable 4x4 Land Cruiser for an exciting riverbank game drive along the flowing Ewaso Ng'iro River. You'll watch large elephant herds, crocodiles, and rare birds gather near the life-giving water, capturing stunning golden-hour photographs of the dramatic, arid volcanic landscape.
You exit the reserve gates before dusk at 06:00 PM, returning to your accommodation to refresh before indulging in a chef's dinner at 07:30 PM and a peaceful overnight stay at your safari lodge.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Savannah Horizons & Rhino Sanctuary Tracking

Savannah Horizons & Rhino Sanctuary Tracking

You will wake up early in the morning to enjoy a peaceful breakfast before completing your checkout formalities. You settle back into your private safari vehicle to begin your journey to the famous Ol Pejeta Conservancy. This beautiful 3-hour road trip winds through the highly scenic, rolling green landscapes of central Kenya.
You arrive shortly before noon and head straight to your luxury tented camp for a warm welcome and check-in. You'll savor a fresh, hot buffet lunch and take some time to unwind on your private veranda before departing for a thrilling afternoon game drive.
Ol Pejeta is globally renowned for its remarkably diverse wildlife population, hosting all members of the iconic Big Five family. Spend your afternoon focusing on spotting massive elephants, buffaloes, and endangered rhinos, while exploring the varied savannah landscapes.
You return to camp by 06:00 PM to freshen up, enjoy a freshly prepared dinner, and relax.

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
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
Show more
HyenaCommon
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
WildebeestOccasional
HippoOccasional
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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)

Day 4

Mount Kenya Foothills to Great Rift Valley Lakes

Mount Kenya Foothills to Great Rift Valley Lakes

You will enjoy a delicious breakfast, complete your checkout, and begin a scenic road journey toward Lake Naivasha, a magnificent freshwater lake that serves as a highly popular haven for both international travelers and locals alike. You arrive at your destination in perfect time to check into your accommodation and enjoy a fresh lunch.
Later in the afternoon, you embark on an idyllic boat ride across the water to Crescent Island for an unforgettable walking safari. This unique sanctuary offers breathtaking scenery with sweeping views across the beautiful lake, allowing you to walk right next to wild animals grazing peacefully in their natural habitat and capture incredible photos with them.
Afterward, you take a scenic boat ride back to the shore and head to your hotel for a relaxing evening.
The properties we book here offer stunning natural spaces where you can spot numerous birds and animal species among the lush trees before sitting down for dinner and your overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle), boat trip & nature hike/walk
Accommodation:
Naivasha Kongoni Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located near Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Hell's Gate Gorges Trek & Return to the Green City

Hell's Gate Gorges Trek & Return to the Green City

Following a hearty breakfast, your professional guide will assist you with checking out and drive you straight to Hell’s Gate National Park. This magnificent destination is a rare gem where typical "stay in the vehicle" safari rules are completely tossed aside in favour of raw, active adventure. With the assistance of your expert guide, pick up your rental bicycles (included in your tour) and enjoy a thrilling cycling safari through the towering obsidian cliffs and dramatic gorges, riding safely past herds of grazing zebras and gazelles.
It is one of the few places in Kenya where you can embark on an exhilarating bicycle safari.
After these unforgettable adventures, you will board your vehicle for a smooth road trip back to Nairobi, arriving safely by the early afternoon for a flexible drop-off at your city hotel or the airport.

Main Destination:
Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle), nature hike/walk & cycling safari
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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