Day 1: Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve

You will be picked up from the airport or your Nairobi hotel at 7:00 am and embark on a scenic drive through the central highlands, heading into the northern plains with breathtaking views of Mount Kenya’s slopes. Arrive at Samburu National Reserve in time for lunch. Afterward, enjoy an afternoon game drive that will introduce you to this stunning reserve, home to the renowned Samburu Special Five. These rare species include the Beisa oryx, Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk, blue-necked Somali ostrich, and reticulated giraffe. The herds of elephants here are truly awe-inspiring, and the Ewaso Ngiro River offers a prime location for wildlife viewing. Return to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay.

Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge

Day 2: Samburu National Reserve

As the first light of dawn paints the sky in golden hues, we begin our day in the bush, sipping a warm cup of coffee while taking in the view from our lodge’s veranda. Before the dew has even dried on the grass, we set out in search of the elephants, lions, leopards, and cheetahs that roam the reserve’s grasslands and acacia woodlands. The day is a balance of thrilling wildlife exploration and relaxing moments at the lodge. Afterward, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Logde

Day 3: Samburu National Reserve to Lake Nakuru National Park

Wake up at dawn and embark on a morning game drive in search of big game. Afterward, return to the lodge for a hearty breakfast. Check out after breakfast and depart from Samburu Game Reserve, heading to Lake Nakuru National Park, where you’ll arrive in time for lunch at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge. Relax after lunch as you prepare for the afternoon game drive to spot more big game. Nakuru is home to four of the Big Five, with the exception of elephants. After the game drive, head back to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha

Wake up early for your final game drive, then return to the lodge for breakfast. Afterward, depart from Lake Nakuru National Park and head towards Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch at Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge. Spend some time relaxing and enjoying the lodge’s amenities. If you’re interested, you can opt for a boat ride to explore the lake at an additional cost of $30 per person, or visit Hells Gate National Park for a biking experience at an extra $35 per person. Later, return to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

Day 5: Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve

Wake up early, check out, and enjoy your breakfast before departing Lake Naivasha. Drive south to the game-rich Masai Mara, arriving in time for lunch at Mara Sopa Lodge. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive in this enchanting reserve, where you’ll encounter vast herds of plains game and a variety of predators that have made the Mara renowned. Prepare for an exciting and memorable afternoon.

Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

Day 6: Masai Mara National Reserve

The Masai Mara is Kenya’s premier wildlife sanctuary, with every aspect of the reserve being exceptional. The wildlife is plentiful, and the gently rolling grasslands ensure that animals are always within view. The birdlife is equally abundant, featuring a wide range of migrant species and 53 types of birds of prey. The wildlife doesn’t stay confined within the reserve’s boundaries; a much larger area, often called the ‘dispersal area,’ stretches to the north and east of the reserve. The park’s first sight is truly awe-inspiring. Here, massive herds of elephants graze among the lush, tree-dotted grasslands, occasionally accompanied by the solitary figure of a grumpy rhino. Thousands of plains herbivores, including Thomson’s and Grant’s gazelles, topi, and eland, provide a rich food source for the park’s dominant predators: lion, leopard, and cheetah, all of which roam this untouched wilderness.

Accommodation: Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

Day 7: Departure

Enjoy a leisurely morning at the lodge after breakfast, then depart for Nairobi, with the option to stop for souvenir shopping along the way. You will arrive in Nairobi by the afternoon.

Inclusions:

• Accommodation
• Transport
• Game Drives
• Meals
• Park Entry Fees
• Experienced Guide
• Transfers

Exclusions:

• International Flights
• Travel Insurance
• Drinks
• Tips & Gratuities
• Personal Expenses:
• Optional Activities
• Any Other Not Mentioned