Kenya · Safari

7-Day Northern Kenya Safari with Samburu, Ol Pejeta and Aberdare

7 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Spot the rare "Samburu Special Five" in Samburu National Reserve
02 See the last two remaining northern white rhinos at Ol Pejeta Conservancy
03 Visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Ol Pejeta's rhino conservation areas
04 Stay at The Ark Lodge overlooking a floodlit waterhole in Aberdare
05 Photograph the Equator line in Nanyuki with interactive demonstrations

Embark on a 7-day private Northern Kenya safari through some of the country's most diverse landscapes, from the semi-arid plains of Samburu to the lush highland forests of Aberdare. In Samburu National Reserve, look out for the rare "Samburu Special Five," large elephant herds, and predators in a less crowded setting. Continue to Ol Pejeta Conservancy for exceptional rhino conservation, including the last two remaining northern white rhinos, as well as a visit to the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and rewarding Big Five wildlife viewing. The journey ends at Aberdare National Park with a unique tree-lodge stay and evening wildlife viewing at a floodlit waterhole.

Visit the last two remaining northern white rhinos, Najin and Fatu.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

Cities Nanyuki, Nairobi, Samburu, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Aberdare National Park

Languages English, French, German, Italian

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Samburu via the Equator in Nanyuki

Depart Nairobi after breakfast and drive north through Kenya's Central Highlands.
Stop at the Equator line in Nanyuki for memorable photos and interactive demonstrations.
Continue to Samburu National Reserve, arriving for lunch at Samburu Sopa Lodge.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive to spot the "Samburu Special Five" - Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk - as well as elephants, lions, and leopards along the Ewaso Nyiro River.

Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge.

Day 02

Game Drives Across Samburu's Wild Landscapes

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across semi-arid plains and riverine forests.
Spot large elephant herds and predators in a less crowded setting.
An optional cultural visit to a Samburu village is available.

Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge.

Day 03

More Wildlife Viewing and Lodge Relaxation in Samburu

Set out on an early morning game drive, followed by time to relax at the lodge.
Head out again in the afternoon for continued wildlife viewing.

Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge.

Day 04

From Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy after breakfast.
Enjoy lunch at Sweetwater's Maisha Camp, a comfortable tented camp with wilderness views.
Set out on an afternoon game drive in the conservancy.
Visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and rhino conservation areas.

Dinner and overnight at Sweetwater's Maisha Camp.

Day 05

Rhino Conservation and Safari Activities in Ol Pejeta

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in Ol Pejeta, known for its high rhino populations and conservation programs.
Optional activities include guided bush walks, lion tracking, and a night game drive.
Visit the last two remaining northern white rhinos, Najin and Fatu.

Dinner and overnight at Sweetwater's Maisha Camp.

Day 06

Ol Pejeta to Aberdare's Tree-Lodge Experience

Depart for the Aberdare region and transfer to The Ark Lodge, a unique tree lodge overlooking a floodlit waterhole.
Spend the evening viewing wildlife from the lodge's decks as elephants, buffaloes, and other forest animals come to the waterhole.

Dinner and overnight at The Ark Lodge.

Day 07