Kenya · Safari

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

8 Days Round trip from Kenya Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Witness the Big Five across Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Ol Pejeta Conservancy
02 Track lions and observe rare wildlife, including the Samburu Special Five
03 Explore diverse landscapes, from savannahs to riverine forests, on guided game drives
04 Experience up-close encounters with elephants, rhinos, giraffes, zebras, and other iconic African animals

Experience the ultimate Kenyan safari on this 8-day adventure through Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, Ol Pejeta, and Samburu. Witness the iconic Big Five, including lions, elephants, buffalo, and rhinos, as well as rare species like the Samburu Special Five. Explore diverse landscapes, from sprawling savannahs to riverine forests, and enjoy thrilling game drives, a Nashulai walking safari, and lion tracking. Stay in lodges and camps within conservancies while learning from expert guides and immersing yourself in Kenya's rich natural beauty and conservation efforts.

Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the Mara's plains.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Samburu, Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Transfer to Masai Mara and First Game Drive

Arrival at Nairobi Airport and meet your tour guide.
Drive to Masai Mara via Ngong Hills and the Great Rift Valley.
Check in at Oldarpoi Camp in Nashulai Conservancy.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the Mara's plains.

Dinner and overnight at the camp.

Day 02

Masai Mara Game Drive and Nashulai Conservancy Safari

Set out on an early morning game drive to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, and possibly leopard.
Lunch at camp.
Enjoy an afternoon conservancy game drive with off-road driving.

Dinner and overnight at Oldarpoi Camp.

Day 03

Morning Safari and Transfer to Lake Nakuru

Enjoy a morning game drive or guided walking safari in Masai Mara.
Check out and transfer to Lake Nakuru.
Arrive at Punda Milia Camp and settle in.
Head out for an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.

Dinner and overnight at camp.

Day 04

Lake Nakuru Game Drive and Transfer to Ol Pejeta

Enjoy an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Return to camp for lunch.
Check out and drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Take an evening game drive en route.

Dinner and overnight at Stables Bandas.

Day 05

Ol Pejeta Lion Tracking and Wildlife Viewing

Join a morning lion-tracking experience with a guide and researcher.
Continue with game drives across Ol Pejeta Conservancy to spot other wildlife and visit the rhino sanctuary.

Dinner and overnight at Stables Bandas.

Day 06

Morning Game Drive and Journey to Samburu

Enjoy a short morning game drive in Ol Pejeta.
Return to camp for check-out.
Drive north to Samburu National Reserve.
Check in at Samburu Sopa Lodge or Samburu Riverside Camp.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge or camp.

Day 07

Full-Day Samburu Game Drives

Enjoy full-day game drives in Samburu National Reserve.
Spot the Samburu Special Five: Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, beisa oryx, gerenuk, and Somali ostrich.
Look out for additional wildlife, including elephants and other plains animals.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge or camp.

Day 08