7-Day Northern Kenya & Maasai Mara Safar

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

Nairobi To masai mara

Depart Nairobi after breakfast and drive north through Kenya's central highlands, passing coffee, tea, and pineapple plantations. Continue across the equator towards Samburu National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch. After some relaxation, enjoy an afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River in search of elephants, lions, leopards, and the unique northern species including Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, and Somali ostrich. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

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

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Ashnil Samburu Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Buffalo Springs NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Samburu National Reserve

Spend the day exploring the rugged beauty of Samburu with morning and afternoon game drives. The reserve's arid landscape supports an incredible variety of wildlife, particularly around the river which serves as a lifeline for animals throughout the year. Enjoy excellent opportunities to spot large elephant herds, predators, and numerous bird species. Picnic or lodge lunch before continuing your wildlife adventure. Dinner and overnight at your 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

CheetahRare

Wild DogRare

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

WildebeestNone

Accommodation:

Ashnil Samburu Camp

• Luxury tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Samburu – Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, depart Samburu and journey south through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in time for lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Explore the park's acacia woodlands and lakeshore while searching for black and white rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, lions, and leopards. Enjoy spectacular views of the lake and surrounding escarpments before returning to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

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:

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve

Following breakfast, depart for the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Drive through the scenic Rift Valley and Maasai countryside, arriving at your lodge or camp for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive across the reserve's vast savannah plains. Search for elephants, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, and the resident predators that make the Mara one of Africa's finest safari destinations. Dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Simba + Oryx Nature Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Maasai Mara

After an early breakfast, enjoy a full-day safari with packed picnic lunches. Explore different sectors of the reserve and visit the famous Mara River, home to hippos and crocodiles. The day offers excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five and witness the incredible diversity of wildlife that thrives within the ecosystem. Continue game viewing throughout the day before returning to camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Simba + Oryx Nature Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Maasai Mara

Spend another full day discovering the wonders of Maasai Mara. Venture deeper into the reserve with your experienced guide in search of cheetahs, lions, leopards, elephants, and other iconic wildlife. Enjoy uninterrupted game viewing across the endless plains and capture memorable photographs of Kenya's spectacular landscapes and wildlife. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Simba + Oryx Nature Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• Meals at own expense
• Drinks not included

Masai Mara To Nairobi For Depature

Enjoy an early morning game drive for your final wildlife sightings as the African bush comes to life. Return to camp for breakfast before checking out and beginning your journey back to Nairobi. Arrive in the afternoon and transfer to the airport or your hotel, marking the end of an unforgettable Kenyan safari adventure.

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.