$1,988 to $2,436 pp (USD)
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Day 1
Nairobi-samburu
Nairobi-samburu
Begin your safari with a scenic drive from Nairobi to the rugged landscapes of Samburu, located in Kenya’s northern frontier.
The journey takes you past Mount Kenya and lush highlands, arriving in Samburu by early afternoon. After lunch, enjoy your first game drive in the semi-arid reserve known for rare northern species like the Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx. The Ewaso Nyiro River, lifeline of the region, attracts a variety of wildlife including elephants, crocodiles, and lions. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight under starry skies, surrounded by the unique ambiance of northern Kenya.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Lion's Cave Camp
Wildlife in Samburu NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 2
Samburu national reserve
Samburu national reserve
Spend a full day exploring Samburu’s dramatic terrain and diverse wildlife.
Early morning and late afternoon game drives offer the best opportunities to spot leopards, lions, cheetahs, and large elephant herds. Birdwatchers will delight in over 450 species.
Visit local Samburu communities for a cultural encounter (optional). Picnic lunch or return to the lodge before another game drive in the cooler hours. The dry climate and open savannah make sightings easier and more intimate than other parks. After an action-filled day, enjoy a relaxed evening with bush stories and dinner at your camp.
- Main Destination:
- Samburu National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Lion's Cave Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 3
Samburu-ol pajeta conservacy
Samburu-ol pajeta conservacy
After breakfast, depart for Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Laikipia, arriving mid-morning.
This award-winning sanctuary is home to the last two northern white rhinos on earth. Enjoy a game drive en route to your camp or lodge, spotting elephants, lions, chimpanzees, and endangered black rhinos. Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, the only one of its kind in Kenya.
After lunch, go on an afternoon game drive across the conservancy’s rolling plains and open woodlands. Learn about wildlife conservation and innovative ranching models.
Relax in the evening with panoramic views of Mount Kenya as you prepare for the next leg of your journey.
- Main Destination:
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
- Accommodation:
- The Warwick Hotel
Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 4
Ol pajeta-lake nakuru national park
Ol pajeta-lake nakuru national park
After breakfast, head south through the Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park.
Arrive in time for lunch and settle into your lodge. Later, head out for an afternoon game drive around the lake, known for its pink-tinged shores dotted with flamingos (seasonal), pelicans, and other birdlife.
Nakuru is also a rhino sanctuary, offering great chances to see both black and white rhinos, plus lions, leopards, and the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe.
Visit Baboon Cliff for sweeping views over the lake. Return to your lodge for dinner and a quiet night near the acacia woodlands.
- Main Destination:
- Lake Nakuru National Park
- Accommodation:
- Lanet Matfam Resort
Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 5
Lake nakuru national park-maasai mara national reserve
Lake nakuru national park-maasai mara national reserve
Depart after breakfast for the world-renowned Masai Mara. Pass through the Loita Plains and arrive in the reserve by early afternoon. Check in, have lunch, and rest before your first game drive.
The Mara’s golden savannah and abundant wildlife offer instant action—spot lions, elephants, buffaloes, and plains game. During migration months (July–October), witness wildebeest crossing rivers teeming with crocodiles. Return at dusk for dinner.
Enjoy your evening around a campfire or under canvas as the sounds of the wild echo across the plains.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
-
Mara Olodare Camp
Wildlife in Masai Mara NR
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 6
Maasai mara
Maasai mara
Today is dedicated to full exploration of the Mara ecosystem. Embark on morning and afternoon game drives in different zones of the park, including the Mara Triangle and riverine forests. You may witness hunting scenes, big cats on patrol, or even a cheetah sprinting after prey.
Visit the Mara River to watch hippos and crocodiles, and take in sweeping landscapes dotted with wildlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild or return to your lodge.
Optional activities include a balloon safari or Maasai village visit.
Conclude with a final sunset game drive before dinner.
- Main Destination:
- Masai Mara National Reserve
- Accommodation:
- Mara Olodare Camp
- Meals & Drinks:
Day 7
Maasai mara-nairobi
Maasai mara-nairobi
Enjoy a final early morning game drive as the sun rises over the Mara. Watch predators return from a night’s hunt or herbivores grazing in the golden light. After breakfast, check out and drive back to Nairobi with a stop for lunch along the way.
Arrive in the city by late afternoon. You may be dropped at the airport or hotel. The safari ends with unforgettable memories of Kenya’s breathtaking wildlife, landscapes, and culture.
- Main Destination:
- Nairobi (City)
- Accommodation:
- No accommodation (End of tour)
- Meals & Drinks:
