9-Day Unforgettable Kenya Safari Journey

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

Nairobi to Aberdare

Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be welcomed and transferred north towards the lush highlands of the Aberdare region. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch before enjoying a relaxing afternoon surrounded by beautiful forest scenery and wildlife-rich landscapes.

Guests staying at Aberdare Country Club may enjoy a guided nature walk within the property grounds, while Rhino Watch Lodge offers a peaceful setting to unwind after your journey into Kenya.

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:

Rhino Watch Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Aberdare NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Aberdare & Solio Ranch

After breakfast, depart for an excursion to Solio Ranch, one of Kenya’s leading rhino conservation areas. The reserve is home to both black and white rhino, alongside lions, leopards, buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and abundant birdlife.

Spend the day enjoying game viewing and scenic landscapes before returning to your lodge later in the afternoon. Optional activities may also be arranged at the lodge at an additional cost.

Main Destination:

Solio Ranch (Laikipia Plateau)

Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)

High Season July to October (High-season rates apply)

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

Wildlife in Solio Ranch

White RhinoAbundant

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

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GiraffeOccasional

HyenaOccasional

LeopardRare

ElephantNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Rhino Watch Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Aberdare to Samburu National Reserve

After breakfast, continue north to Samburu National Reserve, a rugged and remote safari destination known for its unique wildlife species and dramatic semi-arid landscapes.

After lunch and some time to relax, head out on an afternoon game drive in search of Samburu’s famous “Special Five” including the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk.

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:

Samburu Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Samburu National Reserve

Enjoy a full day exploring Samburu National Reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. Samburu offers a truly authentic safari atmosphere and excellent opportunities to spot elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, and large crocodiles along the Ewaso Nyiro River.

The region is also home to the Samburu people, whose rich traditions and colourful culture form an important part of northern Kenya’s identity.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Samburu Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Depart Samburu after breakfast and journey south towards Ol Pejeta Conservancy, located between Mount Kenya and the Aberdare ranges.

After lunch, enjoy an afternoon game drive in this renowned wildlife conservancy, famous for its rhino conservation efforts and chimpanzee sanctuary. Ol Pejeta is one of the few places in Kenya where visitors can see the Big Five alongside endangered northern white rhinos.

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
• Drinks not included

Ol Pejeta to Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, travel towards the Great Rift Valley and Lake Naivasha region. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch before spending the afternoon at leisure.

Optional activities include a scenic boat ride on Lake Naivasha or an excursion to Crescent Island, where guests can walk among giraffes, zebras, and antelope in a beautiful lakeside setting.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Sentrim Elementaita Resort

• Mid-range lodge located at Lake Elementaita

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara

Depart after breakfast and continue towards the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve, arriving in time for lunch.

In the afternoon, enjoy either a guided nature walk within camp or an exciting game drive across the vast plains of the Mara. The reserve is home to the Big Five and offers some of Africa’s most spectacular wildlife viewing experiences.

Main Destination:

Greater Masai Mara Ecosystem

Accommodation:

Osero Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Masai Mara Game Reserve

Today is dedicated to exploring the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives or an optional full-day safari with packed lunch.

The Masai Mara is renowned for its rich concentration of wildlife including lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, buffalo, and vast herds of plains game. Optional experiences such as a Maasai village visit or sunrise balloon safari are also available.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or 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

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Osero Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Departure to Nairobi

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and return to Nairobi. On arrival, transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

To tailor your trip or extend, let us know.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

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