9-Day Samburu Maasai Mara Reserve Lake Naivasha & Nakuru Safari

Welcome to Kenya, Africa! Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), you will be warmly welcomed by our team, together with your professional safari guide/driver you will be transferred to your hotel in Nairobi. The remainder of the day is at leisure, allowing you to relax after your journey or enjoy the hotel's facilities before the start of your Kenyan safari adventure. Accommodation: Gigiri Lion Villas

Today we begin our safaris from Nairobi, we pick you up from your hotel in Nairobi will be picked up by your professional safari guide in a private 4x4 pop-up roof Land Cruiser and begin your scenic journey to the spectacular Samburu National Reserve in northern Kenya. The drive takes you through the lush central highlands, with magnificent views of Mount Kenya rising above the surrounding landscape. Upon arrival, you will check in to your upscale lodge and enjoy a delicious lunch before taking some time to relax. Later in the afternoon, you will embark on your first game drive through Samburu's rugged wilderness. This unique reserve is home to the famous "Samburu Special Five"—the Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk— as well as large herds of elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes and numerous antelope species. Samburu is also renowned for its elusive predators, offering the possibility of spotting leopards, serval cats, African wild cats, African civets, and, on very rare occasions, the elusive black leopard. The reserve's dramatic landscapes, fed by the life-giving Ewaso Nyiro River, create one of Kenya's most rewarding and distinctive safari experiences. As the sun sets over the African wilderness, you will return to the lodge to freshen up before enjoying dinner and your overnight stay. Accommodation: Samburu Simba lodge

Wake up to the sounds of the African wilderness before enjoying a leisurely breakfast overlooking
the reserve. Today is dedicated to exploring one of Kenya's most unique wildlife ecosystems. Enjoy extensive morning and afternoon game drives in search of the reserve's exceptional wildlife. The Ewaso Nyiro River attracts large elephant herds, while predators including lions, leopards, and cheetahs patrol the surrounding plains. Between game drives, return to the lodge to relax and enjoy its luxurious facilities. Your stay includes three daily meals, two shared game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, access to the photographic hide, and evening hot and cold appetizers around
the campfire. Accommodation: Samburu Simba Lodge

After breakfast, we depart northwards through the scenic Kenyan countryside towards Lake Nakuru National Park, driving through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a stop at a viewpoint for breathtaking photography. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and a short rest. In the afternoon, enjoy your first game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its rhino sanctuary and diverse wildlife. The park is home to both black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, buffaloes, zebras, and often elusive leopards. The alkaline lake also attracts a variety of birdlife, including pelicans and flamingos depending on the season. Return to your lodge for dinner and
overnight stay. Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

After breakfast, transfer to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Upon arrival, you
will be met by your reservation hotel and transferred to your rooms, perched high above the Great Rift Valley with breathtaking views across the endless Mara plains. After lunch, head out on an optional at extra afternoon game drive in search of Africa's iconic wildlife, including elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and countless antelope species. Depending on the season, you may also witness the spectacular Great Wildebeest Migration. As the sun sets, enjoy Ashnil Mara Camp Mara's famous "Out of Africa" sundowner overlooking one of Africa's most beautiful
landscapes. Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp

Spend a full day exploring one of Africa's greatest wildlife destinations. An optional morning ballon safari. Your experienced guide will lead you across the vast plains in search of the Big Five and the incredible abundance of wildlife that makes the Maasai Mara world-renowned. During the migration season, witness dramatic river crossings and predator-prey interactions that define one of nature's greatest spectacles. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the bush or return to camp according to your
preferred schedule. Your stay includes gourmet meals, extended shared game drives, afternoon
tea, evening campfire refreshments, selected beverages, and exceptional luxury service.
Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp

After breakfast, spend the entire day exploring the vast savannahs of the Maasai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Search for the Big Five lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino along with cheetahs, hyenas, jackals, and an abundance of herbivores such as wildebeest, zebras, and antelopes. In July towards October, you may witness the dramatic Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River, facing predators and crocodiles in one of nature’s greatest spectacles. Optional activities include a sunrise hot air balloon safari followed by a bush breakfast (at extra cost $500). Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp

After breakfast, you will check out and begin a scenic drive from the Maasai Mara region towards
Lake Naivasha. Along the way, enjoy views of the Great Rift Valley landscapes as you journey toward one of Kenya’s most beautiful freshwater lakes. Upon arrival at Lake Naivasha, you will check in at your lodge and enjoy lunch. Afterward, take time to relax and soak in the peaceful lakeside atmosphere before beginning your afternoon activities. You may choose an optional boat safari on Lake Naivasha, where you can glide across calm waters while observing hippos and a wide variety of birdlife, including fish eagles and kingfishers. This can be followed by a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, offering a rare opportunity to walk among giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, impalas, and other wildlife in a safe and open environment. For guests seeking more activity, an optional bicycle ride can also be arranged around the area before returning to the lodge. In the evening, you will return to your lodge to freshen up, enjoy dinner, and relax during your overnight stay. Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Resort

After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi, enjoying scenic views along
the way through the Rift Valley landscapes. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon and be dropped off
at to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight. Your safari concludes with
unforgettable memories of Kenya’s rich wildlife, breathtaking scenery, and authentic African
hospitality.