This magnificent eight-day journey sweeps you through the very best of Kenya, from the rugged semi-arid wilderness of Samburu to the sweeping savannah plains of the Maasai Mara. You will encounter rare northern species found nowhere else in Kenya, track the Big Five across a celebrated private conservancy, and marvel at the flamingo-fringed shores of Lake Nakuru before arriving at Africa's most iconic wildlife destination. Africompass takes care of every detail, pairing you with expert multilingual driver-guides fluent in English, Spanish, Chinese, German and French so that every moment in the bush is richly understood and deeply felt. Flexible partial-payment options mean you can secure your adventure today and settle the balance with ease.
On Day 1 you will be welcomed at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by your Africompass driver-guide, who will transfer you smoothly to Sarova Panafric Hotel in the heart of Nairobi. The evening will be yours to relax, settle in, and build anticipation for the extraordinary wildlife experiences that lie ahead.
On Day 2 you will depart Nairobi after breakfast, heading north through Kenya's scenic central highlands past rolling farmlands of coffee, tea, and pineapples. A brief stop at the Equator monument in Nanyuki will offer a memorable photo opportunity before you continue into the striking semi-arid landscapes of Samburu National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch at the lodge followed by an afternoon game drive in search of the Special Five: Reticulated Giraffe, Beisa Oryx, Somali Ostrich, Grevy's Zebra, and Gerenuk.
On Day 3 you will rise early for a dawn game drive across Samburu's rugged terrain, the golden morning light perfect for spotting predators on the move and the Ewaso Nyiro River teeming with crocodiles and elephants. After returning to the lodge for a hearty breakfast, the midday hours will offer time to swim, relax, or join an optional guided nature walk or village visit, before an evening game drive reveals lions, leopards, and a spectacular array of birdlife.
On Day 4 you will check out of Samburu after breakfast and travel southwest to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Kenya's largest black rhino sanctuary and one of Africa's most celebrated private wildlife estates. After settling in and enjoying lunch at Sweetwaters Serena Tented Camp, the afternoon will bring a game drive through the conservancy, where you will have the rare opportunity to visit the chimpanzee sanctuary and search for thriving populations of rhino, elephant, lion, and buffalo.
On Day 5 you will travel south after breakfast to Lake Nakuru National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site framed by yellow fever acacia forests and home to vast flocks of flamingos that paint the lakeshore in vivid pink. Arriving in time for lunch at Sarova Lion Hill Lodge, you will then head out for an evening game drive to search for white rhino, Rothschild giraffe, and an extraordinary diversity of bird species including rare migratory visitors.
On Day 6 you will depart Lake Nakuru after breakfast and travel southwest into the Great Rift Valley, descending onto the wide golden savannahs of the Maasai Mara, Kenya's most celebrated wildlife destination. After checking in and enjoying lunch at camp, an afternoon game drive will introduce you to the Mara's legendary big cat populations, vast elephant herds, and during the migration season, the thundering crossings of wildebeest and zebras.
On Day 7 you will spend an exhilarating full day deep in the heart of the Maasai Mara, embarking on an extended game drive with a picnic lunch served in the bush surrounded by wildlife. The reserve harbours all of the Big Five, and the day will offer exceptional opportunities for leopard sightings in the riverine forests, cheetah hunts on open plains, and vast buffalo herds moving across the grasslands. An optional evening visit to a local Maasai village will provide a fascinating window into the rich culture and time-honoured traditions of the Maasai people.
On Day 8 you will enjoy a final breakfast at camp before checking out and beginning the scenic drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the early afternoon with a treasure trove of memories and photographs. Your driver-guide will transfer you directly to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in comfortable time for your outbound international flight.
All rates are per person and vary by travel season. Choose your season below to view the applicable pricing.
| Per adult | USD 1,607 |
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