Beyond The Plains Kenya Safaris

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$2,828 to $3,832 pp (USD)

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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 – Samburu National Reserve

Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve

Meet and greet at the airport or your Nairobi hotel, followed by a drive to Samburu National Reserve. Enjoy views of Kenya’s northern landscapes en route. Arrive in time for lunch at your luxury lodge. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive in Samburu, home to the rare “Samburu Special Five” – Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk. 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
Accommodation:
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • All drinks (Premium wines & liquors might be excluded)

Day 2

Full Day in Samburu

Full Day in Samburu

Spend the day immersing yourself in the rhythms of Samburu. After an early breakfast, set out for a morning game drive when wildlife is most active, perhaps spotting lions or cheetahs hunting. The contrasting landscape—rolling hills, open grassland, and riverine forest—offers breathtaking photographic opportunities. Return for lunch and relaxation by the pool or terrace as you overlook the river. In the afternoon, venture out again, exploring deeper into the reserve, watching elephants bathe and listening to the calls of African fish eagles. As dusk approaches, enjoy sundowners at a scenic viewpoint before returning to your lodge for a gourmet dinner under the star-filled sky.

Main Destination:
Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation:
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Samburu – Aberdare National Park

Samburu – Aberdare National Park

After breakfast, bid farewell to Samburu and journey south toward the lush highlands of the Aberdares. Arrive at the Aberdare Country Club in time for lunch, then transfer to your unique tree lodge nestled within the dense forest. The rest of the day is spent quietly observing wildlife from elevated decks overlooking a floodlit waterhole. You might spot elephants, bushbuck, buffalo, or even a leopard coming to drink. The crisp mountain air and tranquil forest atmosphere provide a serene contrast to the savannah. Enjoy a cozy evening in the lodge’s warm interiors as rangers call out notable animal sightings through the night. Dinner and overnight at the tree lodge.

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
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LionNone
HippoNone
Accommodation:
The Ark Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Aberdare NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Aberdare – Lake Nakuru National Park

Aberdare – Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, drive via Nyahururu to the Great Rift Valley, descending into the dramatic escarpment landscapes that cradle Lake Nakuru. Stop for lunch at Naivasha Sopa Resort, enjoying sweeping views of Lake Naivasha before continuing to Nakuru. Enter the park for an afternoon game drive, where you’ll spot endangered black and white rhinos grazing along the lake’s edge, Rothschild’s giraffes browsing acacias, and flocks of flamingos painting the shoreline pink. Leopards often lurk in the fever trees, while pelicans and other birdlife thrive on the alkaline waters. Arrive at your lodge overlooking the lake in time for sundowners, followed by 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
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
  • Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve

Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, travel across the Rift Valley floor and up into the open plains leading to the world-famous Masai Mara. Arrive for lunch at your luxury camp or lodge and relax before heading out for an afternoon game drive. The Mara’s rolling savannahs teem with wildlife—elephants, lions, buffalo, zebras, and countless antelope species. If visiting between July and October, you might witness the Great Migration, where millions of wildebeest and zebras cross from the Serengeti. As the day ends, enjoy sundowners overlooking the plains before returning for a candlelit dinner and overnight stay surrounded by the calls of the African night.

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:
Emayian Luxury Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

Full Day in Masai Mara

Full Day in Masai Mara

Begin with an early breakfast before setting off for a full day of exploration. Morning and afternoon game drives take you through vast grasslands where the Big Five roam freely. Stop for a picnic lunch by the Mara River, often a gathering place for hippos and crocodiles. Later, visit a Masai village (complimentary) to engage with the community, learning about their culture, traditional dances, and vibrant beadwork. In the evening, relax at your lodge, sip a drink by the fire, and recount the day’s sightings. Dinner and overnight at your luxury camp in the heart of the Mara.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Emayian Luxury Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Masai Mara – Nairobi

Masai Mara – Nairobi

After a leisurely breakfast, depart from the Mara and enjoy a scenic drive back to Nairobi. Stop for lunch en route and arrive in the capital by afternoon. As a complimentary experience, visit the Giraffe Centre, where you can interact with the gentle Rothschild’s giraffes and learn about conservation efforts. Later, transfer to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward journey. Carry with you the memories of Kenya’s breathtaking landscapes, exceptional wildlife, and warm hospitality that define this luxury safari experience.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other 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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