7-Day Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Nakuru & Mara Jeep Safari

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

Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve

Your private safari begins with an early morning pick-up from your Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport before travelling north through Kenya's scenic highlands. Pass coffee and tea plantations, cross the Equator, and continue into the rugged landscapes of northern Kenya, arriving at Samburu National Reserve in time for lunch and check-in at your lodge.

In the afternoon, set out on your first game drive through Samburu's dramatic semi-arid wilderness, home to unique wildlife rarely found elsewhere in Kenya. Look out for the famous Samburu Special Five—Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx and gerenuk—as well as elephants, lions, leopards and a rich variety of birdlife. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

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:

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

Explore Samburu National Reserve

Rise early for a full day of wildlife viewing in spectacular Samburu National Reserve, one of Kenya's finest safari destinations. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives through rugged acacia woodlands, rocky outcrops and along the life-giving Ewaso Nyiro River, which attracts abundant wildlife year-round. Samburu is renowned for the unique Samburu Special Five—Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx and gerenuk—found only in northern Kenya. Keep watch for elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes and bird species as your expert driver-guide shares insights into the reserve's ecosystem.

Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic location or return to your lodge before continuing your afternoon game drive. With its dramatic scenery, fewer visitors and exceptional wildlife, Samburu offers an intimate safari experience unlike anywhere else in Kenya. Return to your lodge in the evening to relax, enjoy dinner and reflect on another memorable day in northern Kenya.

Main Destination:

Samburu National Reserve

Accommodation:

Samburu Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Samburu NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

After an early breakfast, check out of your lodge and depart for Ol Pejeta Conservancy, travelling south through the scenic Laikipia Plateau. Enjoy the changing landscapes as you journey from the rugged wilderness of northern Kenya to one of Africa's leading wildlife conservancies. Arrive in time for lunch before beginning your afternoon exploration of this remarkable conservation area.

Set out on an afternoon game drive in search of the Big Five, including the conservancy's thriving populations of black and white rhinos. Visit the world-renowned chimpanzee sanctuary, the only place in Kenya where rescued chimpanzees can be seen, and learn about the conservancy's outstanding wildlife conservation efforts. As the day comes to an end, return to your lodge to relax, enjoy dinner and reflect on another memorable day of your Kenyan safari.

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:

The Stables

• Budget lodge located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, check out of your lodge and enjoy a final game drive as you depart Ol Pejeta Conservancy, offering another opportunity to spot rhinos, elephants, buffaloes and other wildlife. Continue your journey south through the picturesque Central Highlands and the Great Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Nakuru National Park in time for lunch before beginning your afternoon game drive.

Explore one of Kenya's premier wildlife parks, renowned for its successful rhino conservation programme and diverse habitats of acacia woodland, grassland and the alkaline lake. Keep watch for both black and white rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, lions, buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks and, when conditions are favourable, flocks of flamingos and other waterbirds along the lakeshore. Return to your lodge in the evening to relax, enjoy dinner and reflect on another unforgettable day on safari.

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:

Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort

• Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, check out of your lodge and depart for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve, travelling through the breathtaking landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and rural Kenya. Arrive in time for lunch before checking in to your lodge and taking time to relax after the journey.

Later in the afternoon, guests may choose to enjoy an optional game drive in the Masai Mara National Reserve or visit a traditional Maasai village (both available at an additional cost). The game drive offers a chance to search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras and numerous antelope species, while the Maasai village visit provides an opportunity to experience the rich culture, traditions and daily life of one of Kenya's most iconic communities. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and a restful 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

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Jambo Mara Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Explore Masai Mara National Reserve

Rise early for an optional hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara National Reserve (available at an additional cost), offering breathtaking sunrise views of the vast savannah and, during the Great Migration season, spectacular wildlife from above. Alternatively, enjoy breakfast at the lodge before joining your guide for a full-day game drive through one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations.

Spend the day exploring the reserve's vast plains in search of lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and numerous antelope species. If travelling during the Great Migration season, you may witness the dramatic river crossings and the movement of millions of wildebeest and zebras across the Mara ecosystem. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic location before continuing your afternoon game drive. Return to your lodge in the evening to relax, enjoy dinner and reflect on another unforgettable day in the Masai Mara.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Jambo Mara Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara National Reserve to Nairobi

After breakfast, check out of your lodge and begin your journey back to Nairobi, enjoying the scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley and the rolling landscapes of rural Kenya. Take in the final views of Kenya's spectacular countryside as you reflect on the unforgettable wildlife encounters and experiences of your safari.

Stop for lunch at a local restaurant en route before continuing to Nairobi. Arrive in the late afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of your memorable safari through Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park and the Masai Mara National Reserve.

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.