DESTINATION
Samburu, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara
DURATION
6 Days
SAFARI EXPEREINCE COST
Starting from
$1320 USD Per Person
Discover Kenya’s Wild Beauty — From the Rugged North to the Iconic Mara Plains
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime safari through three of Kenya’s most stunning wildlife destinations: Samburu Game Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and the world-renowned Masai Mara. This carefully curated journey blends rare wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and authentic cultural experiences.
Samburu “Special Five” sightings
Flamingos & rhinos at Lake Nakuru
Big Cats & Big Five encounters in Masai Mara
Authentic Maasai & Samburu cultural village visits
Scenic drives through the Great Rift Valley
Distance: ~310 km | Travel Time: ~5-6 hours
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge / Tented Camp in Samburu
Morning: Depart Nairobi on a scenic drive north to Samburu, passing through lush highlands and semi-arid wilderness.
Afternoon: Arrive at your camp for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive through Samburu’s rugged terrain.
Wildlife: Spot Samburu’s rare “Special Five” — Grevy’s Zebra, Reticulated Giraffe, Somali Ostrich, Beisa Oryx, and Gerenuk.
Evening: Optional night game drive (extra cost) for nocturnal wildlife encounters. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge / Tented Camp in Samburu
Early Morning: Sunrise game drive — the perfect time for predator and elephant sightings.
Late Morning: Return to camp for breakfast & leisure.
Cultural Visit: Meet the Samburu people for a village tour, traditional dances, and insights into their rich culture.
Afternoon: Relax along the Ewaso Nyiro River, where wildlife gather to drink.
Evening: Sundowner game drive before returning for dinner and overnight.
Distance: ~300 km | Travel Time: ~5-6 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge / Camp near or inside Lake Nakuru National Park
Morning: Depart Samburu after breakfast for the Great Rift Valley.
Afternoon: Arrive at Lake Nakuru, check into your lodge, and enjoy lunch.
Game Drive: Explore Nakuru’s scenic shores and acacia forests — spot flamingos, rhinos, lions, waterbucks, giraffes, and abundant birdlife.
Evening: Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Distance: ~250 km | Travel Time: ~5 hours
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge / Tented Camp in Masai Mara
Morning: After breakfast, head to the world-famous Masai Mara Game Reserve.
Afternoon: Lunch at your camp, followed by an afternoon game drive across the Mara plains.
Wildlife: Search for the Big Five (lions, elephants, rhinos, leopards, buffaloes) and other predators including cheetahs and hyenas.
Evening: Dinner and overnight at your Masai Mara safari lodge.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lodge / Tented Camp in Masai Mara
Early Morning: Game drive at sunrise — watch the savannah come alive.
Mid-Morning: Return for breakfast and relax.
Late Morning: Visit a Maasai village for cultural immersion — experience their dances, homes, and heritage.
Afternoon: More game drives — from elephants bathing in the Mara River to lions hunting in the tall grasses.
Evening: Return to the camp for dinner and stargazing under the African sky.
Distance: ~265 km | Travel Time: ~5 hours
Meals: Breakfast
Morning: Optional final game drive (time permitting) or enjoy breakfast at the lodge.
Mid-Morning: Check out and depart Masai Mara for Nairobi via the Great Rift Valley.
Afternoon: Drop-off at Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.
Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Airport Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Nairobi Hotel or Residence
Accommodation options: choose Budget, Comfort or Luxury options
Our fully equipped 4x4 Safari Land Cruisers offer comfort, safety, and all-terrain performance. Enjoy a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing, spacious seats, large windows and charging ports.
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner for both Veg and Non Veg as mentioned in tour plan.
Park entrance fees covering access to national parks and reserves.
A professional English-speaking driver/guide will accompany you throughout the safari.
Samburu is home to rare wildlife known as the Samburu "Special Five": Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy’s Zebra, Beisa Oryx, Somali Ostrich, and Gerenuk, offering a safari experience like no other in Kenya.
If you visit Masai Mara between July and October, your safari may coincide with the Great Migration — one of nature’s most spectacular wildlife shows.
Yes! This itinerary includes a visit to both Samburu and Maasai villages, offering a chance to interact with local communities and learn about their customs and traditional lifestyle.
Lake Nakuru is famed for its flamingos and white & black rhinos, alongside lions, leopards, giraffes, zebras, and countless bird species.
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