6-Day Safari in the Captivating Kenyan Parks

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

Arrival in Nairobi – Drive to Samburu National Reserve

Arrive in Nairobi early morning, where you will be met by your guide and embark on a scenic drive to Samburu National Reserve. The journey takes approximately 5-6 hours, offering glimpses of rural Kenya. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and enjoy a delicious lunch. In the afternoon, set off on your first thrilling game drive. Samburu is home to the famous 'Samburu Five'—a collection of unique wildlife species, including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx. After the game drive, return to your accommodation for dinner and rest for the night.

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)

Full Day in Samburu National Reserve

Begin the day with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Explore the vast reserve’s varied landscapes, including riverbeds, acacia forests, and open savannahs. Keep an eye out for predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards, along with Samburu’s unique species. After a delicious breakfast, you can relax at the lodge or enjoy optional activities like a visit to a local Samburu village to learn about the culture of the indigenous people. In the afternoon, head out on another game drive or enjoy a scenic sundowner. Return to your camp for dinner and overnight.

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 Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, embark on a scenic drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, which takes around 5-6 hours. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch at your accommodation and prepare for an afternoon game drive around the park. Lake Nakuru is renowned for its large population of flamingos and other bird species. You may also spot rhinos, waterbucks, giraffes, and possibly the elusive leopard. The park’s mix of woodlands, grasslands, and a large alkaline lake offers fantastic photographic opportunities. Return to your lodge or camp for 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

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

The Cliff

• Luxury+ tented camp located inside Lake Nakuru NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast, drive to Maasai Mara National Reserve, a journey of approximately 5-6 hours. En route, enjoy scenic views of the Great Rift Valley. Upon arrival, check into your lodge or camp and have lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive in the Mara, famous for its vast herds of elephants, lions, leopards, and cheetahs. Depending on the time of year, you might witness the Great Migration of wildebeests and zebras. As the day winds down, enjoy a sundowner while overlooking the stunning Mara landscapes. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.

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 resort bordering Masai Mara NR without fences

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day in Maasai Mara National Reserve

Start your day with an early morning game drive to experience the Mara at its most tranquil, when animals are active. The Mara is home to the "Big Five" (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros), and there’s always something to observe, from predator-prey interactions to migrating herds. After lunch, you have the option of a relaxing afternoon at the lodge, a visit to a Maasai village, or a second game drive in the reserve. Witness the Mara’s vast open plains and dramatic landscapes, ensuring plenty of photographic opportunities. Return to your camp for a delicious dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Jambo Mara Safari Lodge

• Mid-range resort bordering Masai Mara NR without fences

Meals & Drinks:

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

Maasai Mara – Return to Nairobi

After an early morning game drive and breakfast, you'll begin your journey back to Nairobi, which takes around 5-6 hours. On arrival, you can either be dropped off at your hotel or the airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable 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)

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