Kenya · Safari

8-Day Kenya Safari from Nairobi with Samburu, Naivasha and Masai Mara

8 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spot rare species such as Grevy's zebra and reticulated giraffe in Samburu National Reserve
02 Enjoy close-up wildlife encounters, including chimpanzees, at Sweetwaters Conservancy
03 Cruise across Lake Naivasha and observe hippos and diverse birdlife
04 Experience thrilling game drives in the Masai Mara in search of the Big Five

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day Kenya safari through Samburu, Sweetwaters, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and the world-renowned Masai Mara. Discover rare wildlife, enjoy immersive game drives, take in dramatic landscapes, and experience Kenya's rich cultural heritage along the way. This private tour features comfortable lodge accommodation, professional guiding, and diverse wildlife sightings, including the Big Five. It is ideal for travellers seeking a complete Kenyan safari circuit filled with adventure, scenery, and exceptional wildlife encounters from start to finish.

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day Kenya safari through Samburu, Sweetwaters, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, and the world-renowned Masai Mara.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Mount Kenya, Lake Nakuru National Park, Samburu, Hell's Gate National Park

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Samburu and First Game Drive

Depart Nairobi after breakfast and drive past tea and coffee farmlands towards the Samburu region.
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge.
Embark on an afternoon game drive in search of the reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, Beisa oryx, and Somali ostrich.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Samburu Sopa Lodge.

Day 02

Game Drives and Samburu Culture

Spend the day on morning and afternoon game drives exploring Samburu's scenic landscapes.
Visit a local Samburu village to learn about their vibrant cultural heritage.
Spot leopards, hippos, elephants, lions, Grevy's zebras, and crocodiles along the Ewaso Nyiro River.
Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 03

Samburu to Sweetwaters Sanctuary

Depart after breakfast and enjoy a game drive en route out of Samburu.
Drive towards the Mount Kenya region, arriving at Sweetwaters Tented Camp for lunch.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Sweetwaters Sanctuary, home to chimpanzee rehabilitation and black rhino conservation.
Dinner and overnight at Sweetwaters Tented Camp.

Day 04

Via Thomson's Falls to Lake Nakuru

Depart after breakfast and travel via Thomson's Falls to Lake Nakuru.
Arrive in time for lunch at the lodge.
Experience an afternoon game drive spotting flamingos, Rothschild's giraffes, rhinos, lions, waterbucks, and buffalo.
Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.

Day 05

Lake Naivasha and Hell's Gate Adventure

After breakfast, drive to Lake Naivasha.
Explore Hell's Gate National Park on foot or by bicycle.
An optional boat ride to Crescent Island is available for close wildlife viewing.
Dinner and overnight at Naivasha Sopa Lodge.

Day 06

Great Rift Valley to Masai Mara

Depart after breakfast and drive across the Great Rift Valley plains to the Masai Mara.
Arrive for lunch at Mara Serova Luxury Camp.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive before returning for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 07