About this Tour
This luxury safari offers an immersive journey through Samburu’s rugged landscapes and Masai Mara’s legendary plains, blending thrilling wildlife encounters, cultural experiences, and breathtaking scenery. Guests explore rare species in Samburu, including the gerenuk and Grevy’s zebra, and witness the Big Five and Great Migration in Masai Mara, complemented by hot air balloon safaris, Maasai village visits, and conservation experiences.
With opportunities for camel rides, horseback safaris, guided nature walks, and aerial expeditions, this itinerary delivers a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and cultural immersion, ensuring an unforgettable African safari experience.
Tour Highlights
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
ARRIVAL AT SAMBURU
Location: Samburu National Reserve
Start your morning witha leisurely breakfastbefore checking out for yourscheduled flighttoSamburufromWilson Airport.Upon arrival, your private tour vehicle will escort you to yourluxury lodge, where you can refresh and enjoya delightful lunch.Embark on an afternoon game drivethroughSamburu’s breathtaking terrain, where you’ll encounterrare wildlife, including thegraceful gerenukandmajestic elephants, all framed by thestunning Ndoto Mountains.Continue toBuffalo Springs Reserve, wherecontrasting landscapesanddiverse wildlifeadd depth to your safari experience.As night falls, return to yourluxury lodgefor agourmet dinner under a canopy of stars, then retreat to yourelegant accommodations, ready torecharge for another thrilling day ahead.
DISCOVER THE HEART OF SAMBURU
Location: Samburu National Reserve
Start your day with amorning game drive, trackinglions, giraffes, and Samburu’s diverse wildlife.Later, immerse yourself inSamburu culturewith a visit to aSamburu Cultural Village, where you’ll gain insight intorich traditions, intricate beadwork, and semi-nomadic lifestyles.In the afternoon, return to yourluxury lodgefor a delightfullunch and relaxation. Later, you may either embark on anothergame driveor opt for one of theoptional activitiesbelow.Optional Activities: On your safari, spotbuffalo herds, Secretary Birds, guinea fowls, and cranes-and, with a bit of luck, athrilling lion hunt.Return to your lodge tounwind by the poolorenjoy a drink at sunset, then conclude the evening withdinner under the stars. A perfect close to the day.PLEASE NOTE:Optional activities requireprior bookingand incuradditional costs.
VENTURING INTO SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE
Location: Samburu National Reserve
Begin the morning witha leisurely breakfast, savoring the beauty of the wilderness before setting out on yourmorning game drivethroughSamburu National Reserve.Trackelephants and lionsas they survey their domain fromrocky outcrops, then stop atEwaso Nyiro Riverfor apicnic lunch beside its crystal-clear waters, where you might spothippos and crocodiles.Afterward, visitReteti Elephant Sanctuary, where you’ll gain insight into community-led conservation efforts.Return to your lodge to freshen up before amagical bush dinnerunder a sky full of stars,the perfect finaleto your adventure in Kenya’s untamed landscapes.
ARRIVAL AT MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE
Location: Masai Mara National Reserve
Start your day earlywith a delightful breakfast at yourlodgebeforechecking outand heading to theairstripfor yourflighttoMasai Mara. Upon arrival, yourprivate driverwill escort you to yourluxury lodge, where you canfreshen upand enjoy aleisurely lunchbefore embarking on yourafternoon adventures.Later, set off on anafternoon game drive, tracking theBig Fiveand witnessing wildlife roaming freely across the vast plains.Included in the game drive: Return to your lodge for a delightful dinner and a peaceful night under the stars.
SEE, FEEL & EXPERIENCE MASAI MARA
Location: Masai Mara National Reserve
Begin your day with anearly morning game drive, the prime time to witness wildlife at its most active. As the golden light spills over the savannah, keep an eye out for predators on the hunt and herds stirring to life.In the afternoon, retreat to yourluxury lodgefor a sumptuous lunch and a moment of relaxation, letting the tranquility of the Mara envelop you. Later,choosebetweenanother thrilling game driveor one of the enriching optional activitiesbelow:Optional Activities: As the evening unfolds, return to your lodge to relax and unwind, savoring the memories of the day before embracing the adventures that await tomorrow.PLEASE NOTE:Optional activities requireprior bookingand incur additional costs.
ELEVATE YOUR SAFARI EXPERIENCE
Location: Masai Mara National Reserve
Start your morning with ahot air balloon safari, soaring over Masai Mara’s plains for an unforgettable aerial view of the wild. Upon landing, enjoy abush breakfastin the heart of the reserve.Following breakfast, embark on amorning game drive, observing wildlife at its most active.Later, visit aMaasai villagefor an immersive cultural experience, witnessingtraditional nomadic practicesand the mesmerizingAdumu warrior dance—a rare chance to connect with Africa’s most resilient culture.In the afternoon, return to yourluxury lodgefor a delightfullunch and relaxation. Later, you may either embark on anothergame driveor opt for one of theoptional activitiesbelow.Optional Activities: As dusk falls, return to your lodge to freshen up before abush dinnerunder the stars—the perfect ending to your adventure.PLEASE NOTE:Optional activities requireprior bookingand incuradditional costs.
RETURN TO NAIROBI & DEPARTURE
Location: Nairobi
After breakfast and check-out, transfer to theairstripfor your flight toWilson Airport, Nairobi.Upon arrival, enjoy aluxury day hotel stay, where you can check in, have lunch, and unwind before departure.Afternoon Activities : PLEASE NOTE:If you’ve arrangedfreight services, stop by the station to drop off luggage beforefreshening up at your hotel.Later, freshen up with the option to indulge inspa treatments(available at an additional cost).At the designated departure time, check out and transfer toJomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA)for your onward flight.
What's Included
- Private airport transfers (JKIA).
- Luxury hotel/lodge accommodation.
- Flights from Nairobi (Wilson) to Samburu.
- Private transfer to Samburu lodge.
- Afternoon game drive in Samburu.
- Visit to Buffalo Springs Reserve.
- Morning game drive in Samburu.
- Visit to a Samburu Cultural Village.
- Morning game drive through Samburu National Reserve.
- Picnic lunch at Ewaso Nyiro River.
- Visit to Reteti Elephant Sanctuary.
- Bush dinner (Day 4 & 7).
- Flights from Samburu to Masai Mara.
- Private transfer to Masai Mara lodge.
- Afternoon game drive in Masai Mara.
- Visit to Mara River (crocodiles, hippos, wildebeest migration viewing during season).
- Early morning game drive in Masai Mara.
- Hot air balloon safari.
- Bush breakfast.
- Morning game drive in Masai Mara.
- Visit to a Maasai village; Adumu warrior dance.
- Luxury day hotel stay in Nairobi on departure day.
What's Excluded
- International flights.
- Visa fees.
- Travel insurance.
- Vaccinations and malaria prophylaxis.
- Optional activities.
- Meals where not explicitly mentioned as included.
- Drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) unless specified.
- Gratuities/tips.
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, etc.).
- Restaurant reservations and individual meal payments in Nairobi.
- International freight services.
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