7-Day Samburu, Nakuru, Naivasha & Mara Epic Safari

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

Samburu National Reserve

Morning: Depart Nairobi early in the morning and drive to Samburu National Reserve, passing through the scenic landscapes of Central Kenya. On arrival, check into your lodge or camp and enjoy a welcome drink and a sumptuous lunch.

Afternoon: Embark on your first game drive in Samburu National Reserve. Look out for the unique wildlife found in this semi-arid park, such as Grevy’s zebras, Somali ostriches, and reticulated giraffes.

Evening: Return to the lodge or camp for dinner.

Overnight: Stay at Samburu Lodge or similar accommodation.

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:

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

Samburu National Reserve

Morning: Go on an early morning game drive to catch the animals during their most active time. Enjoy the breathtaking sunrise over the Samburu landscape. Return to the lodge or camp for breakfast.

Mid-Morning: Relax at the lodge or camp or take a guided nature walk. Then, return for lunch at the lodge or camp.

Afternoon: Go on another game drive exploring different areas of the reserve. Visit the Ewaso Ng’iro River, where wildlife gathers to drink.

Evening: Return to the lodge or camp for dinner.

Overnight: Stay at Samburu Lodge or similar accommodation.

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)

Lake Nakuru National Park

Morning: After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley with a brief stop at the viewpoint for photos. On arrival in Nakuru, check into your lodge or camp and have lunch.

Afternoon: Go on a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its large population of flamingos and rhinos. Keep an eye out for other wildlife, such as lions, leopards, and buffaloes.

Evening: Return to the lodge or camp for dinner.

Overnight: Stay at Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar accommodation.

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

WildebeestVery Rare

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Lake Nakuru Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Naivasha

Morning: After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley. On arrival, check into your lodge or camp and relax before lunch.

Afternoon: Take a boat ride on Lake Naivasha to see hippos and a variety of bird species. Visit Crescent Island for a guided walking safari among the freely roaming wildlife.

Evening: Return to the lodge or camp for dinner.

Overnight: Stay at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort or similar accommodation.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

• Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Masai Mara National Reserve

Morning: After an early breakfast, depart for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. On arrival, check into your lodge or camp and enjoy a welcome drink before lunch.

Afternoon: Head out for your first game drive in the Masai Mara. Look for the Big Five and other wildlife in this expansive savannah.

Evening: Return to the lodge or camp for dinner.

Overnight: Stay at Mara Sopa Lodge.

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:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day in Masai Mara

Morning: Go on an early morning game drive to witness the wildlife at its most active. Return to the lodge or camp for breakfast.

Mid-morning: You have the option to visit a local Maasai village to learn about their culture and traditions (additional cost). Then, return to the lodge or camp for lunch.

Afternoon: Go on another game drive in the Masai Mara. Experience the beauty of the Mara River, especially if traveling during the great migration season.

Evening: Return to the lodge or camp for dinner.

Overnight: Stay at Mara Sopa Lodge or similar accommodation.

Main Destination:

Greater Masai Mara Ecosystem

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Nairobi Transfer

Morning: After breakfast, enjoy a final morning game drive as you exit the reserve.

Mid-morning: Depart for Nairobi, with a stop for lunch en route.

Afternoon: Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon. You will be dropped off at your hotel or transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

Main Destination:

Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.