8-Day Kenya Safari through Ol Pejeta, Samburu and Maasai Mara

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be warmly welcomed by your professional safari driver-guide and begin your journey north through Kenya's picturesque central highlands. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of lush coffee and tea plantations, fertile farmlands, and, on a clear day, the majestic snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya, Africa's second-highest mountain.

Arrive at Serena Sweetwaters Camp in Ol Pejeta Conservancy in time for lunch and check-in. After a short period of relaxation, set out on an exciting afternoon game drive through one of Kenya's most renowned private wildlife conservancies. Home to East Africa's largest Black Rhino Sanctuary and Kenya's only Chimpanzee Sanctuary, Ol Pejeta offers exceptional wildlife viewing opportunities. Keep your camera ready as you search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, hyenas, and a wide variety of antelope species roaming across the vast plains.

As darkness falls, experience the thrill of a guided night game drive, a unique opportunity to spot elusive nocturnal wildlife such as aardwolves, bush babies, porcupines, civets, genets, and other fascinating creatures rarely seen during daylight hours.

Return to Serena Sweetwaters Camp for a delicious dinner and a peaceful overnight stay surrounded by the sounds of the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Serena Sweetwaters Camp
Meals: Lunch & Dinner

After an early breakfast, check out and depart Ol Pejeta Conservancy, travelling north through Kenya's ever-changing landscapes towards the remote wilderness of Samburu National Reserve. As you leave the lush central highlands behind, the scenery gradually transforms into the rugged, semi-arid terrain of Northern Kenya, characterized by dramatic rocky outcrops, acacia woodlands, and expansive open plains.

Arrive at Samburu Simba Lodge in time for lunch and check-in. After a short period of relaxation while taking in the breathtaking views of the surrounding wilderness, set out on your first exciting afternoon game drive through this unique reserve.

Explore the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, the lifeline of Samburu, where wildlife gathers to drink throughout the day. Keep watch for large herds of elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, and numerous bird species. Samburu is also famous for the rare "Samburu Special Five"—the Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx—species found only in the northern regions of Kenya. As you traverse the reserve, admire its spectacular landscapes of riverine forests, open savannahs, rugged hills, and volcanic formations that make Samburu one of Kenya's most distinctive safari destinations.

Return to Samburu Simba Lodge in the evening for a delicious dinner and a relaxing overnight stay.

Accommodation: Samburu Simba Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake up to the sights and sounds of the African wilderness before enjoying an early breakfast. Set out on a full-day safari adventure through the remarkable Samburu National Reserve, one of Kenya's most distinctive wildlife destinations, celebrated for its unique species, dramatic scenery, and rich cultural heritage.

Begin with a morning game drive when wildlife is most active, exploring the reserve's diverse landscapes of open savannahs, riverine forests, rocky hills, and acacia woodlands. Search for the famous Samburu Special Five—the Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and the graceful long-necked gerenuk—alongside large herds of elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, crocodiles, and an impressive variety of birdlife.

Return to Samburu Simba Lodge for a delicious lunch and some leisure time to relax while enjoying the peaceful surroundings and panoramic views of the reserve.

Later in the afternoon, head out for another rewarding game drive, exploring the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, where wildlife frequently gathers to drink. As the golden afternoon light illuminates the landscape, enjoy excellent opportunities for photography before returning to the lodge at sunset.

Spend the evening relaxing over dinner before enjoying another peaceful overnight stay in the heart of Samburu.

Accommodation: Samburu Simba Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Flight to Kenya's Greatest Safari Destination

After an early breakfast, check out and transfer to the local airstrip for your scheduled bush flight to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Sit back and enjoy spectacular aerial views of Kenya's ever-changing landscapes as you soar above rolling hills, the Great Rift Valley, winding rivers, and the vast wilderness that stretches across the country.

Upon arrival at the Maasai Mara airstrip, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari guide and immediately begin an en-route game drive to Mara Simba Lodge. This first safari experience in the Mara offers an exciting introduction to one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife reserves, with opportunities to spot elephants, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, antelopes, and an array of birdlife as you make your way through the sweeping savannah.

Arrive at Mara Simba Lodge in time for lunch and check-in. After a short period of relaxation, head out on an afternoon game drive across the reserve's endless golden plains in search of the legendary Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—along with cheetahs, hyenas, hippos, crocodiles, and countless other wildlife species that call the Mara home.

As the African sun sets over the savannah, return to Mara Simba Lodge for a delicious dinner and a relaxing overnight stay, surrounded by the unforgettable sights and sounds of the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Mara Simba Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake up to the sights and sounds of the African wilderness before enjoying an early breakfast. Today is dedicated to a full-day safari adventure through the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa's most celebrated wildlife destinations, renowned for its vast savannahs, spectacular landscapes, and extraordinary abundance of wildlife.

Begin your morning game drive across the reserve's endless golden plains in search of the iconic Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino. As you explore the diverse habitats of the Mara, encounter large herds of zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, topis, elands, gazelles, hyenas, and numerous bird species, while your experienced guide shares fascinating insights into the park's remarkable ecosystem and wildlife behavior.

Return to Mara Simba Lodge for a delicious lunch and some leisure time to relax before setting out once again for an afternoon game drive. As the golden evening light bathes the savannah, wildlife becomes increasingly active, providing exceptional opportunities for photography and unforgettable wildlife encounters in one of Kenya's finest safari destinations.

As the sun sets over the Maasai Mara, return to Mara Simba Lodge for dinner and a peaceful overnight stay, reflecting on another remarkable day in the African wilderness.

Accommodation: Mara Simba Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

After breakfast, continue your journey deeper into the magnificent Maasai Mara ecosystem, travelling through one of Africa's richest wildlife regions as you make your way to the beautifully situated Mara Serena Safari Lodge. Perched atop Ol Donyo Oseiya Ridge, the lodge offers breathtaking panoramic views overlooking the Mara River and the vast golden plains that define this iconic wilderness.

Arrive in time for lunch and check in before taking some time to relax and enjoy the lodge's tranquil surroundings. From its elevated position, you may spot wildlife roaming across the savannah while enjoying the comfort and serenity of your accommodation.

Later in the afternoon, set out on an exciting game drive through the wildlife-rich Mara Triangle, renowned for its exceptional concentration of predators and abundant plains game. Search for the Big Five alongside lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, hyenas, and numerous antelope species as your experienced guide navigates the reserve's spectacular landscapes.

As darkness falls, embark on a thrilling night game drive, offering a rare opportunity to observe the Mara's nocturnal wildlife. Watch for elusive species such as aardwolves, servals, civets, genets, bush babies, porcupines, and other fascinating creatures that become active after sunset.

Return to Mara Serena Safari Lodge for a delicious dinner and a relaxing overnight stay in the heart of the Maasai Mara.

Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Wake up to another beautiful morning in the African wilderness and enjoy an early breakfast before setting out for a full day of wildlife exploration in the spectacular Mara Triangle, one of the most scenic and wildlife-rich regions within the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Renowned for its exceptional conservation efforts and abundant wildlife, the Mara Triangle offers some of Kenya's finest safari experiences.

Begin with a morning game drive across its expansive open plains, riverine forests, and rolling hills, when wildlife is most active. Keep watch for lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, and numerous antelope species, while your experienced guide shares fascinating insights into the reserve's unique ecosystem and wildlife behavior.

Return to Mara Serena Safari Lodge for a delicious lunch and some leisure time to relax. Perched high above the Mara River, the lodge offers breathtaking panoramic views, providing the perfect setting to unwind while watching wildlife move across the endless savannah below.

Later in the afternoon, head out for another rewarding game drive as the cooler temperatures encourage increased wildlife activity. The golden evening light creates ideal conditions for photography, capturing the beauty of the African landscape and its remarkable wildlife before returning to the lodge at sunset.

Enjoy dinner and another peaceful overnight stay at Mara Serena Safari Lodge, reflecting on another unforgettable day in the Maasai Mara.

Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch &Dinner

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast while taking in your final views of the magnificent Maasai Mara, reflecting on the unforgettable wildlife encounters, breathtaking landscapes, and remarkable safari experiences that have made your journey truly memorable. Spend a relaxing morning soaking in the peaceful atmosphere of the African wilderness before bidding farewell to one of the world's greatest safari destinations.

Later, transfer to Keekorok Airstrip for your scheduled flight back to Nairobi, enjoying spectacular aerial views of Kenya's rolling savannahs, winding rivers, and diverse landscapes from above.

Upon arrival at Wilson Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred either to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your onward international flight or to your Nairobi hotel, depending on your travel arrangements.

Your unforgettable Kenya safari comes to an end, leaving you with lifelong memories of extraordinary wildlife, stunning landscapes, and the timeless beauty of Africa.

Meals: Breakfast