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6-Day Magical Mid-Range Safari to Samburu National Reserve, Lake Nakuru NP and Maasai Mara National Reserve

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The Touch of The Wilderness
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Embark on an exciting 6-day safari from Nairobi, starting with a journey to Samburu National Reserve. Enjoy a full day of game drives, spotting unique wildlife like the Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe. On day 3, head to Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its flamingos and abundant wildlife. Spend the day exploring the park’s diverse ecosystems, including its rhino sanctuary. On day 4, travel to the Maasai Mara National Reserve for thrilling game drives, encountering the Big Five and vibrant landscapes. Discover Maasai culture with a village visit. Conclude the tour on day 6, returning to Nairobi with unforgettable memories of Kenya’s wildlife and landscapes.

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Tour Overview

With this safari, you will skip across the equator, seeing species that are only found in the northern hemisphere, such as Grevy’s zebras, beisa oryxes, Somali ostrich and the gerenuk. You’ll then head back to the southern hemisphere, where you will visit the Masai Mara, and enjoy the great migration when in season and great big game sightings. You’ll also visit Lake Nakuru National Park, where you can see  white rhinos.

Departure & Return Location

Nairobi

Departure Time

Early Morning

Price Includes

  • All accommodations
  • All transport by road
  • Drinking water (On all days)
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Park fees
  • Taxes / VAT
  • All activities, unless indicated as optional
  • Professional guide

Price Excludes

  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
  • International flights
  • Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour

Complementary

  • Cultural Tour - Maasai Village
Rates Per Person
Start dates Solo 2 people 3 people 4 people 5 people 6 people
Jan 1, 2025 – Feb 28, 2025

Mar 1, 2025 – Jun 30, 2025

Jul 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2025

Oct 1, 2025 – Dec 31, 2025

  • Tour Highlights
  • The following are the highlights of this tour
  • Game Drives
  • Lake Nakuru National Park
  • Masai Mara National Reserve
  • Samburu National Park
  • Rift Valley Viewpoint
  • Photography & Bird Watching
  • Encounter the Big 5
  • Balloon Safari - Optional
  • Wildebeest Migration
  • Maasai village visit
  • Lion and leopard tracking
  • Rhino & Cheetah tracking
Day By Day Itinerary

Day 1 Nairobi-Samburu National Reserve

After breakfast, your driver guide will pick you from the city hotel. You will then depart for a scenic drive to Samburu National Reserve, via the central highlands of Kenya with views of coffee, tea, sisal, pineapple and subsistence farming activities. You will arrive in the dramatic semi-arid scrubland of the Northern Frontier in time for lunch. After lunch proceed for an afternoon game drive in the park. Samburu is fiercely beautiful with its arid savannahs watered by the lovely Ewaso Nyiro River. It is home to species only found north of the equator, from the reticulated giraffe to Grevy’s zebras, gerenuk, Beisa oryxes and a host of the big game including elephant and lion. Dinner and overnight will be at the accommodation.

Day 2Samburu National Reserve (Full day)

Prepare yourself for an amazing region along the Ewaso Nyiro River, Samburu. It is popular for hosting the rare Northern Kenya animal species (Gerenuk, Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s Zebra, Beisa Oryx and Somali Ostrich) which are not found in other popular parks and reserves in Kenya. It is also home to all the African big cats (lion, cheetah and leopard), alongside other big game including elephants, buffaloes, warthogs, hippos, impalas and many others. This reserve is also a renowned bird watching haven, with hundreds of bird species residing here. You will spend your morning game viewing which commences morning after breakfast when the animals are most active. Get ready for photo shooting and coverage as your game spotter leads you in search of the animals and you’ll have plenty of opportunities to photograph your sightings. Retire to the accommodation for lunch and relax before embarking on a late afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight will be at Your Accommodation.

Day 3 Samburu - Lake Nakuru National Park

Early morning game and scenery viewing drive after breakfast as you exit the Samburu. There shall be a stop at the Thompson falls at Nyahururu. Proceed to Lake Nakuru National Park, a birdlife heaven, at the floor of the Great Rift Valley. Lake Nakuru is known for hosting some endangered but beautiful species. You’re sure to see rare Rothschild’s Giraffe along with white rhino, especially along the lakeshore. The park is also sanctuary to one of Kenya’s largest populations of black rhino. Arrival will be in time for lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon you will embark on a game drive before going back to the accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 4 Lake Nakuru-Maasai Mara National Reserve

Depart Lake Nakuru after breakfast and drive further along the floor of the Rift Valley with scenic views of both Lake Elementaita and Lake Naivasha en route, which are in the Great Riftvalley from afar on the main highway to Masai Mara Game Reserve. Arrive Masai Mara game reserve in time for lunch. You’ll have an afternoon game drive which will introduce you to this vast game filled reserve. Dinner and overnight will be at the camp. 

Day 5 Maasai Mara National Reserve (Full Day)

Enjoy a full day in the phenomenal Masai Mara. One of the most iconic wildlife regions in Africa. You will have excellent opportunities to spot some of Africa’s most notable species such as lions, elephants, giraffes, leopards, cheetahs and many more.
We can also arrange for a stunning hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara at an extra cost. Just ask us our friendly guide about these fantastic extras, to add some truly intimate touches to your Kenya safari experience. To get some of the best game viewing of the day, an early start is needed to beat the heat of the sun. This is the time that the big cats are most active and can provide some of the most dramatic photography, thanks to the beautiful lighting. Dinner and overnight will be at your accommodation.

Day 6Maasai Mara - Nairobi

After an early breakfast, embark on a thrilling morning game drive through the Maasai Mara, immersing yourself in the wildlife’s natural habitat. Witness majestic lions, elephants, and other wildlife as the sun rises over the savannah. Following the game drive, visit a nearby Maasai village to experience their vibrant culture. Interact with the Maasai people, learn about their traditions, and enjoy their dances. Afterward, travel back to Nairobi, reflecting on the incredible experiences from the Mara, arriving in the city by late afternoon.

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