Kenya · Safari

7-Day Kenya Wildlife Safari through Samburu, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara

7 Days Round trip from Kenya Easy pace
Experience a comfortable stay in Kenya
Marvel at a luxurious safari experience
Enjoy a warm and laid back stay at Samburu
Witness the wild predators of Africa
Experience a comfortable stay
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The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Encounter Africa's Big Five in the vast wilderness of Masai Mara
  • 02 Explore Samburu's arid savannahs along the Uaso Nyiro River
  • 03 Spot distinctive wildlife found only north of the equator in Samburu
  • 04 Discover Lake Nakuru's renowned rhino sanctuary and rich birdlife

Embark on a 7-day wildlife safari through three of Kenya's prominent game reserves - Samburu, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara. Experience a vibrant array of wildlife and birdlife, with opportunities to spot unique northern species in Samburu, abundant game and birdlife in Lake Nakuru, and the Big Five in Masai Mara. This journey offers an exceptional sampling of Kenya's natural wonders across some of its most renowned parks.

Samburu is renowned for its striking scenery, arid savannahs, and the Uaso Nyiro River, which provides habitat for unique species found only north of the equator.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Included · Standard
Transport Included
Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Samburu
Languages English, French, German

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Arrival in Nairobi

  • Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, our representatives will welcome you and arrange your transfer to Sarova Panafric Hotel for your overnight stay.
  • If time permits, we can offer an optional city tour or a brief game drive in Nairobi National Park.

Accommodation: Sarova Panafric Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast

2
Day 02

Nairobi to Samburu Game Reserve

  • Leave Nairobi for Samburu, with a brief game drive along the way.
  • Enjoy some relaxation time in the afternoon, followed by an evening game drive. Samburu is renowned for its striking scenery, arid savannahs, and the Uaso Nyiro River, which provides habitat for unique species found only north of the equator.

Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

3
Day 03

Wildlife Viewing in Samburu

  • As dawn breaks, enjoy a cup of coffee while observing wildlife from your tent's terrace.
  • Spend the day searching for elephants, lions, leopards, and cheetahs that inhabit the grasslands and acacia woodlands. Samburu is famous for its distinctive resident species, as well as an impressive array of over 450 bird species.

Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

4
Day 04

Samburu to Lake Nakuru National Park

  • Travel to the stunning Lake Nakuru National Park in the Great Rift Valley.
  • After lunch, embark on an exciting afternoon game drive. The park boasts abundant wildlife and a renowned rhino sanctuary, making it a birdwatcher's paradise with more than 400 species, including white pelicans and marabou storks.

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

5
Day 05

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Game Reserve

  • Set off for the Masai Mara National Reserve, part of the expansive Serengeti plains known for the great wildebeest migration.
  • After lunch and some relaxation at the lodge, enjoy an afternoon game drive in this incredible wilderness filled with diverse wildlife, including the Big Five.

Accommodation: Sarova Mara Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

6
Day 06

Exploring Masai Mara Game Reserve

  • Continue your quest for Africa's magnificent predators during extensive game drives today and tomorrow.
  • The plains are dotted with herds of grazing animals while elusive cheetahs and leopards seek shelter in acacia trees. Optionally, visit a Maasai village for a cultural experience filled with traditional singing and dancing.

Accommodation: Sarova Mara Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

7
Day 07

Return to Nairobi

  • Begin the day with an early morning game drive before breakfast.
  • Depart back to Nairobi by road, arriving around early afternoon with lunch along the way.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

Samburu National Reserve, Uaso Nyiro River, Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara

Where this trip takes you

Samburu National Reserve, Uaso Nyiro River, Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Kenya 4 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Airport transfers
  • Round-trip transport
  • Accommodation during the safari
  • All park entry fees
  • All government taxes
  • Three meals daily
  • Bottled mineral water during the safari

What's Not Included

  • Personal expenses
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Accommodation in Nairobi on the final day

What to bring

  • Personal items
  • Tips and gratuities
  • Accommodation in Nairobi on the last night

Know before you go

  • Malaria and Yellow Fever vaccinations are mandatory.
  • Covid-19 vaccination is required.

Note:

At Warm and Wild Safaris, we are committed to environmental sustainability. For each guest who travels with us in Kenya, we plant a tree in their name. Since 2017, we have planted approximately 5,000 trees to help combat carbon emissions and promote reforestation.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) (NBO), Embakasi, Nairobi, Kenya
Tour start
Kenya
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 7 days finish where they began, in Kenya.

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