$2,744 to $3,136 pp (USD)
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Arrival
Day 1
Meet & Greet and Scenic Transfer to Laikipia
Meet & Greet and Scenic Transfer to Laikipia
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or after breakfast at your Nairobi hotel, you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari guide for a short briefing before departing for the breathtaking Laikipia wilderness. Enjoy a scenic drive through Kenya's picturesque central highlands, passing lush tea and coffee plantations, rural villages, and spectacular views of Mount Kenya on clear days. Along the way, stop for refreshments and photography before continuing to your lodge or luxury tented camp, arriving in time for check-in and a delicious lunch. Spend the afternoon at leisure, taking in the tranquil surroundings and wildlife that often roam near the camp. As the sun begins to set, enjoy your first taste of Kenya's pristine wilderness before gathering for dinner and an overnight stay, preparing for the exciting search for the elusive black leopard and other rare wildlife in the days ahead.
- Main Destination:
- Laikipia Plateau
- Accommodation:
- Laikipia Wilderness Camp
Wildlife in Laikipia Plateau
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Full-Day Black Leopard Tracking & Rare Wildlife Safari
Full-Day Black Leopard Tracking & Rare Wildlife Safari
Rise early for breakfast before setting out on a full-day game drive through the spectacular Laikipia wilderness, one of Kenya's best regions for the possibility of spotting the elusive black leopard. Accompanied by an experienced guide, explore diverse habitats while tracking this rare melanistic leopard and searching for other remarkable wildlife unique to northern Kenya. Along the way, encounter Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, gerenuk, elephants, buffalo, lions, and an impressive variety of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush surrounded by breathtaking scenery before continuing your wildlife adventure into the afternoon. Learn about the region's conservation efforts and the importance of protecting endangered species and their habitats. Return to your lodge in the evening to relax, share the day's sightings over dinner, and enjoy another peaceful night in the heart of Laikipia.
- Main Destination:
- Laikipia Plateau
- Accommodation:
- Laikipia Wilderness Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Black Leopard Search & Scenic Transfer to Samburu National Reserve
Black Leopard Search & Scenic Transfer to Samburu National Reserve
After an early breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive in Laikipia before departing for the spectacular Samburu National Reserve. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and a short rest before heading out on an exciting evening game drive. Accompanied by a professional safari guide, expert birding guide, and wildlife photography guide, explore one of Kenya's finest wildlife destinations. Search for the famous Samburu Special Five—Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, gerenuk, and Somali ostrich—species unique to northern Kenya. Bird enthusiasts can spot some of the reserve's 450+ recorded bird species, while photographers benefit from expert guidance on capturing wildlife in the beautiful golden evening light. Return to the lodge after sunset for dinner and an overnight stay, ready for another day of unforgettable wildlife encounters.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Sopa Lodge
Wildlife in Samburu NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Full-Day Samburu Wildlife, Birding & Photography Safari
Full-Day Samburu Wildlife, Birding & Photography Safari
After breakfast, set out on a full-day safari through the breathtaking landscapes of Samburu National Reserve. Accompanied by your professional safari, birding and wildlife photography guide, explore the reserve in search of remarkable wildlife and exceptional photographic opportunities. Track the Samburu Special Five alongside elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, crocodiles, and numerous antelope species. Bird enthusiasts can enjoy spotting some of the reserve's 450+ recorded bird species, including several northern Kenya specialties. Pause for a scenic picnic lunch in the bush before continuing your afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River, where wildlife frequently gathers to drink. Learn about Samburu's unique ecosystem, animal behavior, and conservation efforts while refining your wildlife photography skills. Return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay after another rewarding day in one of Kenya's most iconic wildlife destinations.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Samburu Sopa Lodge
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Morning Game Drive & Scenic Return to Nairobi
Morning Game Drive & Scenic Return to Nairobi
Enjoy an early breakfast before heading out for a final morning game drive in Samburu National Reserve, offering one last opportunity to photograph the reserve's incredible wildlife in the soft morning light. Watch for elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, the Samburu Special Five, and a variety of bird species as your guides help you make the most of your final safari experience. Return to the lodge for check-out before beginning your scenic drive back to Nairobi, passing through Kenya's beautiful northern and central highlands. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, where you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight or dropped off at your preferred hotel, marking the end of your unforgettable 5-Day Black Leopard & Rare Wildlife Safari with cherished memories of Kenya's extraordinary landscapes and wildlife.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
