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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

Nairobi to Laikipia

Nairobi to Laikipia

Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be met and assisted with your scenic flight to Nanyuki, where breathtaking views of the Laikipia Plateau await. A private guide will escort you to your first campsite in this vast, unfenced wilderness. Characterized by rocky outcrops and riverine forests, Laikipia is home to a spectacular density of wildlife, from elephants and Grevy’s zebra to elusive leopards and wild dogs. It is a sophisticated and unhurried introduction to one of Kenya’s most diverse frontiers.

Main Destination:
Laikipia Plateau
Best Time To Visit July to September (Little rain)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Laikipia Plateau

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
ZebraAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
CheetahOccasional
Accommodation:
Tumaren Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located outside Laikipia Plateau
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2-3

Camel Safari Experience

Camel Safari Experience

Over the next two days, embark on a camel-supported walking safari led by expert Masai and Samburu guides. This rare experience allows you to traverse remote landscapes inaccessible by vehicle, tracking wildlife on foot and summiting hills for panoramic views. Your days follow a gentle rhythm of morning treks and afternoon relaxation by the river. Evenings are spent in comfortable tents, savoring fireside meals under a vast, starlit sky for a profound and authentic connection to the wild.

Main Destination:
Laikipia Plateau
Accommodation:
Tumaren Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located outside Laikipia Plateau
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Laikipia to Samburu National Reserve

Laikipia to Samburu National Reserve

Bid farewell to your guides and camels as you journey north into the heart of Samburuland. You will notice the landscape transform into a striking, arid beauty as you enter Kenya’s most evocative northern region. For the next two nights, your home will be a refined lodge set along the Ewaso Nyiro River or within the private Kalama Conservancy. Look for leopards among the dramatic rocky outcrops and enjoy sightings of elephant herds gathered by the water, a sophisticated transition to a truly unique wilderness.

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
Accommodation:
Elephant Bedroom Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

On safari in Samburu National Reserve

On safari in Samburu National Reserve

Today, you’ll have a full day to explore this stunning region. You can enjoy exciting morning, afternoon and night game drives and walking safaris with professional Samburu guides. Samburu National Reserve has a good number of lions, leopards, elephants, monkeys, and impalas as well as many wildlife species endemic to northern Kenya.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation:
Elephant Bedroom Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 6

Samburu to Sera Wildlife Conservancy

Samburu to Sera Wildlife Conservancy

Today, journey to the remote northern frontier of the Sera Community Conservancy, home to Saruni Rhino. Here, you will participate in East Africa’s first black rhino tracking experience. Guided by expert trackers using advanced GPS technology, you’ll embark on a unique walking safari to observe these rare creatures within their vast sanctuary. This pioneering conservation project offers a sophisticated and intimate encounter with one of the world's most endangered species, set against a backdrop of raw wilderness.

Main Destination:
Sera Wildlife Conservancy
Accommodation:
Saruni Rhino Lodge
  • Luxury lodge (with rustic facilities) located inside Sera WR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 7

Rhino Tracking

Rhino Tracking

Today you’ll have a full day for game drives and black rhino tracking in the sanctuary. You can also visit Reteti Elephant Orphanage which provides protection for orphaned and abandoned elephant calves with an aim to release them back into the wild. We also recommend a visit to Fifty Wells, ‘Kisima Hamsini’, a series of 50 springs where local pastoralists take their livestock to the water, digging up water from the wells to fill up holders and troughs.

Main Destination:
Sera Wildlife Conservancy
Accommodation:
Saruni Rhino Lodge
  • Luxury lodge (with rustic facilities) located inside Sera WR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 8

Sera to Masai Mara National Reserve

Sera to Masai Mara National Reserve

This morning, you will be driven to the airstrip where you’ll take a light aircraft flight to the Masai Mara. Upon arrival at the Masai Mara, you will be met by a representative and driven to your luxury safari lodge or camp where you will stay for the next three nights. This afternoon, you’ll head out on your first game drive on the plains of the Masai Mara.

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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Kilima Camp
  • Luxury tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 9-10

On Safari in the Masai Mara National Reserve

On Safari in the Masai Mara National Reserve

Over the next two days, you’ll enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve. This iconic reserve offers amazing wildlife viewing opportunities and it’s highly likely that you’ll see zebra, impala, gazelle, wildebeest, buffalo, rhino and elephant, plus lions, cheetahs and leopards.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Kilima Camp
  • Luxury tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 11

International Inbound Flight

International Inbound Flight

Following breakfast, fly back to Nairobi where a private driver can be arranged for your final afternoon. Explore the city’s highlights, such as the Giraffe Centre or the Karen Blixen Museum, or browse local treasures at the Utamaduni markets. You may also choose to visit the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust to see their vital elephant conservation work first-hand. Your driver will ensure a seamless transfer to the airport, marking a sophisticated and unhurried conclusion to your Kenyan journey.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • 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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