Duration : 7 Nights / 8 Days
Destination Covered : Nakuru, Masai Mara, Samburu, Nairobi, Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve
Tour Activities : Game Drives
Tour Themes : Wildlife, Safari Tours
Price on Request
Nakuru, Masai Mara and Samburu Tour Overview
Highlights
Safari Overview
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day Kenyan safari through some of the country’s most iconic destinations. Begin in the remote Samburu National Reserve, known for unique northern species like Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, and Somali ostrich. Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingos and rhinos, then explore the tranquil beauty of Lake Naivasha with optional boat and walking safaris. Conclude your journey in the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, home to the Big Five and the dramatic savannah landscapes Kenya is renowned for.
This safari blends wildlife encounters, birdwatching, scenic landscapes, and cultural experiences, making it ideal for photographers, families, honeymooners, and first-time safari-goers.
Safari Highlights
Encounter unique Samburu wildlife, including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Somali ostrich
Big Five game drives in Maasai Mara
Flamingos, rhinos, and diverse birdlife at Lake Nakuru
Boat safari and guided walking safari at Lake Naivasha
Scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley
Optional Maasai village visit and cultural experiences
Professional safari guide in 4×4 vehicles with pop-up roof
Luxury, mid-range, or tented camp accommodations
Nakuru, Masai Mara and Samburu Tour Itinerary
07:30 – 12:30: Scenic drive north through arid central Kenya highlands, with photo stops at scenic escarpments.
12:30 – 13:30: Arrival at Samburu lodge or camp for lunch.
14:30 – 18:30: Afternoon game drive in Samburu National Reserve, spotting:
Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Somali ostrich
Predators such as lions, cheetahs, leopards
Elephants and buffalo herds along riverine areas
18:30 – 19:30: Return to lodge, sundowner drinks optional.
19:30: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Samburu Lodge / Safari Camp
Birdwatching: vultures, kingfishers, eagles
Predator tracking: lions, cheetahs, and leopards
09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast at lodge.
10:00 – 12:30: Optional guided nature walk or visit local watering holes.
12:30 – 13:30: Lunch at lodge or bush picnic.
14:00 – 17:30: Afternoon game drive. Wildlife sightings may include:
Elephants bathing at river edges
Giraffe and zebra herds grazing
Rare sightings: gerenuk feeding in acacia trees
17:30 – 19:30: Return to lodge, dinner and overnight stay.
Accommodation: Samburu Lodge / Safari Camp
07:30 – 12:30: Drive south through central Kenyan highlands into the Rift Valley. Scenic stop at panoramic viewpoints.
12:30 – 13:30: Lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge.
14:00 – 18:00: Afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, spotting:
Flamingos lining the alkaline lake
White and black rhinos
Rothschild giraffes, zebras, impalas
Lions and leopards near riverine forests
Optional photography stop at Baboon Cliff for lake and Rift Valley views.
18:30: Return to lodge, dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge
08:00 – 09:30: Breakfast at lodge.
09:30 – 11:30: Drive to Lake Naivasha, surrounded by papyrus swamps and acacia forests.
12:00 – 13:00: Lunch at lodge.
14:00 – 17:00: Afternoon boat safari to see hippos, fish eagles, and water birds.
16:00 – 17:00: walking safari on Crescent Island – explore wildlife safely among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.
17:30 – 18:30: Return to lodge, sundowners and photography.
19:00: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Lodge
07:30 – 13:00: Drive to Maasai Mara, with photo stops along the Rift Valley escarpment.
13:00 – 14:00: Lunch at Mara lodge or camp.
14:30 – 18:30: Afternoon game drive in Maasai Mara:
Lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes
Plains game: wildebeest, zebras, gazelles
17:30 – 18:30: Optional sunset sundowner on the Mara plains.
19:00: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Maasai Mara Lodge / Tented Camp
09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast at lodge.
10:00 – 12:30: Optional guided walking safari or photography tour near camp.
12:30 – 13:30: Lunch at lodge.
14:00 – 18:30: Afternoon game drive:
Track Big Five and cheetah kills
Observe social interactions of elephants, lions, and buffalo
Birdwatching along Mara River
19:00: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Maasai Mara Lodge / Tented Camp
09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast at lodge.
10:00 – 12:30: Relax at lodge or take an optional Maasai village visit.
12:30 – 13:30: Lunch at lodge.
14:00 – 18:00: Afternoon game drive, exploring new regions of Mara for Big Five or photography.
19:00: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Maasai Mara Lodge / Tented Camp
08:00 – 09:00: Breakfast at lodge.
09:00 – 15:00: Check out and scenic drive back to Nairobi, with optional stops for photographs along the Rift Valley.
15:00: Drop-off at Nairobi hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, concluding your safari.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: N/A
More Details about Nakuru, Masai Mara and Samburu Tour
Inclusions
- Hotel
- 7 nights’ accommodation on full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- All park and conservancy entry fees: Samburu, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, and Maasai Mara
- Game drives in 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs for optimal wildlife viewing
- Experienced English-speaking safari driver/guide
- Bottled drinking water during drives
- Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi (hotel or airport)
- Road transfers between parks as per the itinerary
- Optional activities included in itinerary:
- Guided game drives and photography stops
- Safari briefing and expert assistance throughout the tour
Exclusions
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Optional activities not listed in itinerary:
- Maasai village visit
- Hot air balloon safari
- Special photographic safaris
- Tips and gratuities for guides, lodge staff, or drivers
- Personal expenses (soft drinks, alcohol, souvenirs, laundry, phone calls)
- Any extra meals or services not explicitly mentioned in the itinerary
Payments Terms
- * 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- * Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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