Kenya · Safari

6-Day Kenya Safari through Samburu, Sweetwaters, Nakuru and Maasai Mara

6 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore Samburu National Reserve and encounter unique northern wildlife species
02 Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and learn about conservation efforts
03 Discover Lake Nakuru National Park with its rhinos and rich birdlife
04 Experience outstanding game drives in the Maasai Mara in search of the Big Five

Experience an unforgettable 6-day safari through Samburu, Sweetwaters, Lake Nakuru, and the Maasai Mara as you explore Kenya's diverse landscapes and remarkable wildlife. Encounter unique northern species in Samburu, visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary in Sweetwaters, and admire rhinos and rich birdlife at Lake Nakuru. Continue to the Maasai Mara for exceptional game viewing and sightings of the Big Five. Enjoy guided game drives, vibrant scenery, and thriving ecosystems throughout this immersive adventure.

Look for wildlife including leopards, hippos, elephants, lions, reticulated giraffes, Grevy's zebras, and crocodiles along the Ewaso Nyiro River.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 6 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Samburu

Languages English, French, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Samburu Safari Adventure

Begin your journey from Nairobi and travel towards the Northern Frontier.
Arrive in Samburu in time for lunch and check in at the lodge.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive in Samburu Game Reserve.
Settle in for dinner and an overnight stay at Samburu Sopa Lodge.

Day 02

Full-Day Game Drives in Samburu

Spend the morning and afternoon on extensive game drives.
Look for wildlife including leopards, hippos, elephants, lions, reticulated giraffes, Grevy's zebras, and crocodiles along the Ewaso Nyiro River.
Observe a wide variety of bird species that inhabit the reserve.
Admire the scenic rivers, forests, and landscapes enriched by Samburu cultural heritage.
Enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation at Samburu Sopa Lodge.

Day 03

Samburu to Sweetwaters Game Reserve

Depart Samburu after breakfast and travel to Sweetwaters Game Reserve.
Arrive at Serena Mountain Lodge in time for lunch.
Embark on an evening game drive within the reserve.
Visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and learn about rehabilitation efforts.
Look out for black and white rhinos, elephants, giraffes, buffalo, zebra, wildebeest, and hyenas.
Enjoy dinner and an overnight stay at Serena Mountain Lodge.

Day 04

Sweetwaters to Lake Nakuru National Park

Leave the lodge after breakfast and travel to Lake Nakuru National Park.
Arrive at Lake Nakuru Lodge for lunch.
Experience an afternoon game drive within the park.
Look for species including waterbucks, warthogs, impalas, buffalo, Rothschild giraffes, elands, and both black and white rhinos.
Explore the northern shores inhabited by a large hippo population.
Enjoy dinner and overnight accommodation at Lake Nakuru Lodge.

Day 05

Lake Nakuru to the Maasai Mara

Depart after breakfast and head towards the world-famous Maasai Mara.
Spend the day exploring the park on game drives.
Encounter the Big Five and other wildlife including zebra, giraffe, cheetah, hyena, eland, and gazelle.
Return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 06

Morning Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Begin the day with an early morning game drive.
Return to the lodge for breakfast before departing for Nairobi.
Arrive in the afternoon and conclude the safari at your hotel or the airport, according to your preference.
Breakfast and lunch are included.