8-Day Unforgettable Wildlife Experiences

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

Arrival in Nairobi – Transfer to Samburu

Arrive at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO). Drive to Samburu National Reserve (approx. 5-6 hours).
Afternoon: Check-in at your lodge or camp in Samburu. Lunch and a short rest.
Evening: Enjoy a game drive in Samburu, where you'll have the chance to spot the unique "Samburu Five" — Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx.
Overnight: Stay at a lodge or tented camp in Samburu.

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:

Sarova Shaba Game Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day in Samburu

Morning: Early morning game drive through Samburu to spot wildlife at its most active, including elephants, lions, and cheetahs.
Mid-Morning: Return to your lodge for breakfast.
Late Morning/Afternoon: Optional activities — visit a local Samburu village for a cultural experience, or enjoy a nature walk with a guide.
Lunch: At the lodge/camp.
Afternoon: Relax by the pool or take another afternoon game drive through Samburu’s unique landscapes.
Evening: Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

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)

Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Morning: After breakfast, drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy (approx. 3-4 hours).
Afternoon: Upon arrival, check in at your accommodation within the conservancy.
Late Afternoon: Take an afternoon game drive to see the Big Five, along with the famous rhino sanctuary housing both black and white rhinos.
Evening: Relax and enjoy a sunset at your lodge or tented camp.
Overnight: Stay at a lodge or tented camp in Ol Pejeta.

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:

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Ol Pejeta - Lake Nakuru

After an early breakfast, drive to Lake Nakuru National Park (approximately 4-5 hours by road).
Late Morning: Check into your lodge and have lunch.
Afternoon: Enjoy a game drive in the park. Look for flamingos, rhinos, and lions.
Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner.
Overnight: Lodge/Camp in Lake Nakuru.

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:

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara

Enjoy and early morning game drive before departing for Maasai Mara. After breakfast, depart for Masai Mara National Reserve (approximately 5-6 hours by road).
Afternoon: Check into your lodge and have lunch.
Evening: Head out for a game drive to explore the vast savannah.

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

Show more

BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Ashnil Mara Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day in Maasai Mara

Early morning game drive in Maasai Mara, exploring different areas of the reserve for more wildlife sightings, including the wildebeest migration if you’re visiting during the migration season (July-October).
Mid-Morning: Return to your accommodation for breakfasT.
Afternoon: Visit a local Maasai village to experience their rich culture and traditions. Alternatively, spend the afternoon at leisure, enjoying your lodge’s amenities or taking another game drive.
Evening: Enjoy a peaceful evening under the African sky with a sundowner drink before dinner.
Overnight: Stay at a lodge or tented camp in Maasai Mara.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Ashnil Mara Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day in Masai Mara

Full-day game drive with a picnic lunch. Explore different areas of the reserve.
Afternoon: Continue the game drive, looking for the Big Five and other wildlife.
Evening: Return to the lodge for dinner.
Optional activities: Early morning or evening hot air balloon drive.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Ashnil Mara Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Maasai Mara - Nairobi

Early morning game drive followed by breakfast.
Late Morning: Check out and drive back to Nairobi (approximately 5-6 hours by road) or take a domestic flight.
Afternoon: Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to the airport for your departure flight.

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.