Day 1: Nairobi to Samburu
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA), your safari driver-guide will meet you and begin the scenic drive to Samburu. After check-in and lunch at Lion’s Cave Camp, enjoy an afternoon game drive in the reserve.
Accommodation: Lion’s Cave Camp Samburu
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drives in Samburu
Spend the day exploring Samburu National Reserve. This unique park is home to the rare “Special Five”: Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx. Picnic lunch will be enjoyed in the wild.
Accommodation: Lion’s Cave Camp Samburu
Day 3: Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
After breakfast, drive to Ol Pejeta, a leading conservation area where you’ll find the last two northern white rhinos, chimpanzees, and other wildlife. Visit the equator marker and enjoy the views of Mt. Kenya.
Accommodation: The Stables, Ol Pejeta
Day 4: Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru
Drive to Lake Nakuru National Park. In the afternoon, go on a game drive to see flamingos, black and white rhinos, and possibly leopards.
Accommodation: Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort
Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Amboseli
After breakfast, travel to Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch at Nyati Safari Camp. Later, enjoy an evening game drive.
Accommodation: Nyati Safari Camp
Day 6: Full Day in Amboseli
Spend a full day in Amboseli, famous for its large elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. Game drives throughout the day will offer many photo opportunities.
Accommodation: Nyati Safari Camp
Day 7: Amboseli to Lake Naivasha
After a morning game drive in Amboseli, head to Lake Naivasha. Enjoy lunch at Chambai Safari Hotel and a relaxing boat ride to see hippos and birds.
Accommodation: Chambai Safari Hotel
Day 8: Naivasha to Maasai Mara
Travel to the world-famous Maasai Mara. En route, stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint. After lunch, visit a traditional Maasai village and learn about their way of life.
Accommodation: Rhino Tourist Camp
Day 9: Full Day in Maasai Mara
Enjoy a full day of game drives in the Maasai Mara. Picnic lunch in the bush allows you to soak in the landscape while spotting the Big Five and more.
Accommodation: Rhino Tourist Camp
Day 10: Maasai Mara to Nairobi
After breakfast, drive back to Nairobi with lunch en route. You’ll be dropped at your hotel or the airport for your onward journey.
