Tour Kenya's top wildlife destinations
This luxury safari tour of Kenya’s top wildlife destinations, Samburu National Reserve and Masai Mara National Reserve, combines amazing game viewing and safari activities with accommodation in some of the region’s most beautiful lodges. Enjoy morning, evening and night game drives, witness the great migration, watch for prowling predators on the Mara plains, learn about the land on bush walks with Maasai warriors and discover the very best that a Kenya safari holiday has to offer.
Day 1:
Transfer in Nairobi & Fly to Samburu
Welcome to Kenya. You’ll arrive into Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, where you’ll transfer to Wilson Airport for a domestic flight to Samburu, home to Samburu National Reserve and an abundance of wildlife.
You’ll be staying at Saruni Samburu, a luxury property comprised of six eco-chic villas with spectacular views of the Kalama Conservancy and Mount Kenya. As the only lodge in over 200,000 acres of unspoiled wilderness teeming with wildlife to explore exclusively, you’ll be guided by Samburu warriors passionate about their land and culture. A safari experience at Saruni Samburu is intimate and truly exceptional. Meal Plan Lunch, Dinner. Overnight Stay Options :i) Standard Accommodation ; Sweet Waters Serena Camp ii)Luxury Accommodation; Sweet Waters Serena- Morani Wing, Olpajeta House iii) Deluxe Accommodation; The River Camp,Jambo Mutura Tented Camp
Day 2-3:
On Safari in Samburu National Reserve
During the next two days, you’ll enjoy morning and evening game drives in the Kalama Conservancy, Buffalo Springs National Park and Samburu National Park.
You can expect to see the Big Five, giant herds of Samburu elephants coming to drink at local waterholes, leopards making their lairs on rocky outcrops and packs of endangered African wild dogs exploring the plains below the lodge. The area is also home to rare endemic species, such as the Samburu five: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich and gerenuk.
You can also enjoy a night game drive in the Kalama Conservancy (this activity is not permitted in the national park), guided bush walks, walking safaris with an armed guide, cultural visits to local villages, trekking excursions up the Samburu tribe’s sacred mountain, Mount Ololokwe, plus visits to local caves to see fascinating rock art. Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Overnight Stay Options :i) Standard Accommodation ; Sweet Waters Serena Camp ii)Luxury Accommodation; Sweet Waters Serena- Morani Wing, Olpajeta House iii) Deluxe Accommodation; The River Camp,Jambo Mutura Tented Camp
Day 4:
Fly from Samburu to Masai Mara National Reserve
Next, you’ll take a domestic flight to the Masai Mara, Kenya’s superlative wildlife-watching destination.
You’ll be staying for three nights at Saruni Mara, a luxury property comprised of five elegant cottages, one family villa and one private villa. Tucked away in the Africa:Mara North Conservancy, a stay at Saruni Mara offers access to an exclusive, private wildlife concession bordering the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve.
Relax with a complimentary 30-minute back and neck massage at Saruni Mara’s Wellbeing Space, then head out into the wilderness for a dusk safari and sundowners. Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Overnight Stay Options :i) Standard Accommodation ;Zebra Plains, Base Camp, Maasai Mara ii)Luxury Accommodation ;Ashnil Mara Camp, Pride inn Mara Camp, Mara serena Camp, Sarova Mara Camp, Loyk Mara Camp l iii) Deluxe Accommodation; Kichwa Tembo Mara Camp , Amani Mara Camp, Entim Camp
Day 5-6:
Explore Masai Mara
Over the next two days, you’ll enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve. This iconic reserve offers amazing wildlife viewing opportunities and it’s highly likely that you’ll see zebra, impala, gazelle, wildebeest, buffalo, rhino and elephant. You’ll also see lions, cheetahs, and leopards. There may also be the opportunity for a night game drive, where you’ll see nocturnal animals such as aardvarks and honey badgers.
In addition to game drives, there is a wide range of other activities that you can participate in during your time in the Masai Mara, including cultural visits to Maasai villages and markets, guided bush walks, horse riding, and black rhino tracking experiences. You can also experience a magical hot air balloon flight at an extra cost over the plains of the Masai Mara, followed by a champagne breakfast. Meal Plan Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner. Overnight Stay Options :i) Standard Accommodation ;Zebra Plains, Base Camp, Maasai Mara ii)Luxury Accommodation ;Ashnil Mara Camp, Pride inn Mara Camp, Mara serena Camp, Sarova Mara Camp, Loyk Mara Camp l iii) Deluxe Accommodation; Kichwa Tembo Mara Camp , Amani Mara Camp, Entim Camp
Day 7:
Depart from Nairobi
Today, your luxury Kenya safari tour comes to an end. You’ll take a domestic flight from Mara to Wilson Airport, in Nairobi, then transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in plenty of time for your onward flight.
Why not extend your safari holiday to include more amazing wildlife destinations, such as Laikipia or Amboseli? Combine Kenya with Tanzania for even more safari activities, or hop over to the paradise island of Zanzibar for beach relaxation.
Get in touch with our Luxury Travel Specialists to start planning your tailor-made trip.
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
Inclusions
6 night accommodation
All park fees
Meals as per itinerary
Bottled water
Our assistance at any point
Drop off to your hotel.
Professional guide
Exclusions
International flights and taxes
Passports and visa applications and processing
Tips and gratuities for drivers/guides
Personal laundry
Alcoholic drinks
Fee for activities noted as optional
Optional Activities Kikuyu Village Tour – $40 per person
Samburu Village Tour – $30 per person Maasai village @USD 20 per person.
Balloon Safari @USD 460 per person.
Bush Breakfast – Kindly enquire this during your booking