Samburu Special Five
Search for Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and other rare northern species.
Safari Highlights
Lake Nakuru Rhinos
Enjoy excellent opportunities to see white and black rhinos.
Masai Mara Big Cats
Search for lions, leopards and cheetahs across the Mara plains.
Luxury Accommodation
Stay in carefully selected premium lodges and tented camps.
Safari Overview
This seven-day luxury safari is ideal for couples, honeymooners, families, photographers and private travellers seeking a varied Kenya wildlife experience. Enjoy private 4×4 game drives, premium accommodation and outstanding opportunities to see Samburu’s rare northern species, Lake Nakuru’s rhinos and the Masai Mara’s lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and plains game.
Best TimeAll Year
Group Size2–6 People
Tour TypePrivate Luxury Safari
AgeAll Ages
LanguageEnglish
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1
Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
Depart Nairobi in the morning in a private 4×4 safari vehicle and travel north through the central highlands toward Samburu National Reserve. Arrive at your luxury lodge or tented camp in time for lunch. After a short rest, enjoy an afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River in search of elephants, lions, leopards and the Samburu Special Five. Return for dinner and overnight.
Day 2
Full Day Samburu National Reserve
Spend the full day exploring Samburu with private morning and afternoon game drives. Search for Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich and gerenuk, together with elephants and predators. Enjoy time beside the Ewaso Nyiro River, where wildlife gathers during the day. Dinner and overnight at your luxury lodge or camp.
Day 3
Samburu to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart Samburu and travel south through Kenya’s scenic highlands toward Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive at your premium lodge for lunch, then enjoy an afternoon game drive around the lake, woodland and grassland areas. Search for white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, buffaloes, lions, leopards and abundant birdlife.
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara
Enjoy an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru before breakfast. Continue through the Great Rift Valley toward the Masai Mara. Arrive at your luxury tented camp in time for lunch and check-in. Later, enjoy an afternoon private game drive across the wildlife-rich plains in search of lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes and buffaloes.
Day 5
Full Day Masai Mara Game Viewing
Spend the day exploring the Masai Mara with flexible private game drives. Follow resident wildlife across the open plains and search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants and large herds of plains game. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve or return to camp for a relaxed meal, depending on the day’s wildlife movements.
Day 6
Private Masai Mara Wildlife Experience
Enjoy another full day of private game viewing tailored to your interests. Spend extra time photographing big cats, visiting river areas and observing wildlife behaviour. Optional experiences may include a hot-air balloon safari, bush breakfast, Maasai cultural visit or sundowner drinks, subject to availability and additional cost.
Day 7
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Begin the day with an early morning game drive followed by breakfast at camp. Check out and enjoy a final game drive before departing for Nairobi by road. Arrive in the late afternoon for drop-off at your hotel, residence or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of your seven-day luxury Kenya wildlife safari.
About This Safari
Perfect for couples, honeymooners, families, photographers and discerning travellers, this safari delivers a premium Kenya wildlife experience with private guiding, flexible game drives and carefully selected luxury lodges and tented camps.
Transport
4x4 Land Cruiser
4x4 Land Cruiser
Guide
Professional Guide
Professional Guide
Meals
As per Itinerary
As per Itinerary
Water
Daily Bottled Water
Daily Bottled Water
Elephant Bedroom Camp, Samburu Intrepids or another premium Samburu property; The Cliff, Sarova Lion Hill or another suitable Lake Nakuru lodge; and Mara Intrepids, Entim Mara, Governors’ Camp or another premium Masai Mara camp, subject to availability.
- Transport in a safari vehicle
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Park entrance fees
- Luxury full-board lodge and camp accommodation
- Game drives and bottled water
- International flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Drinks, tips and personal expenses
- Optional Maasai village visit
Is the safari private?
Yes, private departures can be arranged for couples, families and groups.
Can the accommodation be upgraded?
Yes. Luxury, mid-range and budget options are available.
