6-Day Kenya Safari through Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Naivasha and Mara

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari representative and assisted with your transfer to your safari vehicle. After a short briefing about your adventure, begin the journey north toward Samburu National Reserve, a remote wilderness teeming with endemic species and dramatic landscapes.

The drive, approximately 350 km (6-7 hours), passes through rolling hills, small towns, and rural villages. Take in the arid landscapes dotted with acacias and the Ewaso Ng'iro River cutting through the terrain. Stop along the way for refreshments and photography opportunities of the rugged scenery.

Arrive at Samburu Simba Lodge in time for lunch, then settle into your tented room or suite, taking in the spectacular views of the river where elephants often come to drink.

In the late afternoon, embark on your first game drive. Samburu is home to the rare Samburu Special Five: reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, and Beisa oryx. Lions, leopards, elephants, and cheetahs also roam freely here. As the sun sets, painting the savannah in fiery gold, capture breathtaking photographs and witness the bush alive with life.

Return to the lodge for dinner and a night immersed in the tranquil sounds of the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Samburu Simba Lodge

Meals: Lunch & Dinner (Full Board)

Wake to the gentle sounds of the Samburu wilderness and enjoy a relaxed early breakfast at your lodge, overlooking the Ewaso Ng'iro River as wildlife stirs along its banks.

After breakfast, depart Samburu National Reserve on a scenic en-route game drive, offering one last opportunity to spot Samburu's unique wildlife as you make your way out of the reserve. Keep an eye out for elephants, Grevy's zebras, reticulated giraffes, and the elegant gerenuk moving through the arid landscape, bathed in the soft morning light.

Continue your journey south toward Ol Pejeta Conservancy, traveling approximately 4-5 hours through Kenya's changing scenery-from dry northern plains to the lush, fertile highlands of Laikipia. The drive itself is a visual story of Kenya's remarkable diversity.

Arrive at Sweetwaters Serena Camp in time for lunch, then settle into your elegant tented accommodation, surrounded by sweeping plains and Mount Kenya rising in the distance. Take time to relax in the camp's tranquil gardens or enjoy the views from your veranda as wildlife grazes nearby.

In the afternoon, set out on a game drive within Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a leader in wildlife conservation and home to the largest population of black rhinos in East Africa. Encounter black and white rhinos, elephants, lions, buffalo, giraffes, and plains game, while your guide shares insights into the conservancy's vital conservation and community initiatives.

As the sun sinks toward the horizon, return to camp. Enjoy a delicious dinner beneath the African stars, with the sounds of the wild providing a fitting close to a day of scenic transitions and meaningful wildlife encounters.

Overnight: Sweetwaters Serena Camp

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy an early breakfast followed by a short morning game drive in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, offering a final chance to spot rhinos, elephants, and other wildlife in this renowned sanctuary. Thereafter, depart for Lake Naivasha on a scenic 4-5 hour drive through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley, passing rolling farmlands and vibrant rural towns along the way.

Arrive at Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge in time for lunch and unwind in the beautifully landscaped gardens overlooking the tranquil freshwater lake. In the afternoon, enjoy a relaxing boat safari, gliding past pods of hippos and watching African fish eagles swoop gracefully above the water. Continue with a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, where you can walk freely among giraffes, zebras, and antelope in a safe, predator-free environment.

Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight, surrounded by the calm and soothing atmosphere of the lakeside setting.

Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sawela Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy an early breakfast before departing Lake Naivasha for a scenic 5-6 hour drive southwest toward the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes you through rolling hills, open countryside, and traditional Maasai villages, offering a glimpse into rural Kenyan life before the landscape opens into vast golden plains.

Arrive at Maasai Mara Simba Lodge in time for lunch and settle into your comfortable accommodation overlooking the sweeping savannah. In the afternoon, set out on an exciting game drive across the Mara plains in search of the legendary Big Five - lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino - along with cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and large herds of wildebeest roaming freely across the reserve.

Return to the lodge at sunset for dinner and overnight, immersed in the natural sounds and magic of the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Maasai Mara Simba Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Rise early for a full-day game drive in the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, exploring its diverse landscapes of riverine forests, vast open plains, and scattered acacia woodlands. As the golden morning light spreads across the savannah, search for lions on the hunt, elephants moving in graceful herds, elusive leopards, swift cheetahs, and towering giraffes among zebras and wildebeest in one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife arenas.

Pause midday to enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the reserve, surrounded by endless plains and dramatic skies. In the afternoon, continue your wildlife adventure along the Mara River, where hippos wallow in the water, crocodiles bask on the banks, and perhaps a leopard rests high in the trees nearby.

Return to Maasai Mara Simba Lodge at sunset for dinner and overnight, reflecting on a day immersed in the raw beauty of the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Maasai Mara Simba Lodge

Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch & Dinner

Enjoy an early breakfast before bidding farewell to the iconic Maasai Mara National Reserve and beginning the scenic 5-6 hour drive back to Nairobi. Along the way, take in your final views of the sweeping Mara plains, rolling hills, and traditional Maasai countryside-one last glimpse of Kenya's breathtaking wilderness.

Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in time for your onward flight. As your journey comes to an end, depart with unforgettable memories of Kenya's extraordinary wildlife, dramatic landscapes, and authentic safari experiences.

Meals: Breakfast