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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve

Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve

You will be picked up from your hotel or the airport and depart Nairobi in the morning for Shaba National Reserve, located in Kenya’s Northern circuit. The drive takes approximately 5–6 hours, passing through scenic landscapes, small towns, and the foothills of Mount Kenya.

Arrive at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge in time for lunch, followed by some time to rest. Later in the afternoon, head out for your first game drive at Samburu National Reserve, exploring the rugged beauty of the Shaba–Samburu ecosystem. Dinner and your overnight stay are at Sarova Shaba Game Lodge.

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)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Morning and Afternoon Game Drives

Morning and Afternoon Game Drives

After an early breakfast at Sarova Shaba, set out for a morning game drive in Buffalo Springs National Reserve. The reserve offers excellent wildlife viewing and is home to the famous Samburu Special Five: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and the gerenuk.

Return to the lodge for lunch and some relaxation.

In the late afternoon, head out again for an afternoon game drive, exploring the reserve’s stunning landscapes and searching for elephants, lions, cheetahs, and a variety of bird species as the temperatures cool. Return to Sarova Shaba Game Lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Buffalo Springs 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 Buffalo Springs NR

ElephantAbundant
GiraffeCommon
ZebraCommon
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
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HippoOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Wild DogRare to None
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Buffalo Springs NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 3

Samburu National Reserve - Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Samburu National Reserve - Ol Pejeta Conservancy

After breakfast at Sarova Shaba, depart Samburu National Reserve and drive south to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a 5- 6-hour drive. Upon arrival, check in and enjoy some lunch and relaxation at Sweetwaters Serena.

Ol Pejeta is a premier wildlife conservancy known for its remarkable conservation initiatives and diverse wildlife. Highlights include Baraka, the blind black rhino, the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, and the opportunity to see the last 2 Northern white rhinos in the world. You can also enjoy game drives across the conservancy to spot elephants, lions, rhinos, and a wide variety of plains game.

Return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

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
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Ol Pejeta Conservancy - Lake Nakuru National Park

Ol Pejeta Conservancy - Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast at Sweetwaters Serena, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, a 3- to 4-hour drive. Upon arrival, check in at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge and enjoy lunch and some rest. In the afternoon, head out for a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingos, rhinos, and diverse birdlife, as well as giraffes, buffalo, and lions. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, enjoying the serene surroundings of the park.

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
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
Show more
LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Lake Nakuru National Park - Masai Mara National Reserve

Lake Nakuru National Park - Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve, which is approximately a 4- to 5-hour drive. En route, stop at Narok town for a short break and refreshments. Continue the journey, enjoying the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at Zebra Plains Mara Camp in the early afternoon. Check in, have lunch, and rest before heading out for an afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara. Return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
Show more
BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Full-Day Game Drive

Full-Day Game Drive

After an early breakfast at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, depart for a full-day game drive in the Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Spend the day spotting lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and buffalo, exploring the vast Mara plains. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the park before continuing your afternoon game drive.

Return to Zebra Plains Mara Camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Activities:
  • Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 7

Masai Mara National Reserve - Lake Naivasha

Masai Mara National Reserve - Lake Naivasha

After an early breakfast at Zebra Plains Mara Camp, depart for Lake Naivasha, a 3- to 4-hour drive. Arrive in time for lunch and some relaxation at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort.

In the afternoon, enjoy a boat ride on the lake, spotting hippos, waterbirds, and other wildlife, followed by a walk on Crescent Island, where you can see giraffes, zebras, and antelopes up close. Return to the resort for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Activities:
  • Boat trip & walking safari (with an armed guide)
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 8

Lake Naivasha - Nairobi

Lake Naivasha - Nairobi

After breakfast at your lodge in Lake Naivasha, depart for Nairobi, a 1.5- to 2-hour drive. On arrival, you can have lunch at the famous Carnivore Restaurant or another restaurant of your choice before heading to your hotel or the airport for drop-off, marking the end of your memorable Kenyan safari.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Activities:
  • No wildlife-viewing activities on this day
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

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End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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