7 Day African Safari Tour – Samburu, Mount Kenya Forest & Maasai Mara

Overview

• Samburu wildlife and unique northern landscapes.
• Search for the Samburu Special Five.
• Explore the scenic Mount Kenya forest.
• Lake Nakuru rhinos and birdlife.
• Maasai Mara Big Five game drives.
• Seasonal Great Migration viewing.
• Scenic road trip through Kenya's diverse landscapes.

1. Day1
   Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve

   Depart Nairobi after breakfast and travel north through Kenya's scenic countryside to Samburu. Arrive in time for lunch, subject to the journey, followed by an afternoon game drive.
   Look out for elephants, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife.

   Meals: Lunch and dinner. Stay: Safari lodge or tented camp in Samburu.

2. Day2
   Full-Day Samburu National Reserve

   Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives across Samburu's distinctive semi-arid landscapes. Search for the Samburu Special Five: reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, gerenuk, Somali ostrich and Beisa oryx.
   You may also spot elephants, lions, leopards and a variety of birdlife. Wildlife sightings depend on natural conditions.

   Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay: Safari lodge or tented camp in Samburu.

3. Day3
   Samburu – Mount Kenya Forest

   After breakfast, leave Samburu and travel towards the Mount Kenya region. Enjoy the changing scenery as the dry northern landscapes give way to greener highlands and forest.
   After check-in, spend the afternoon relaxing or enjoy an optional guided forest walk where available. Look out for forest birds and other wildlife, depending on the location and conditions.

   Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay: Lodge or forest accommodation near Mount Kenya.

4. Day4
   Mount Kenya Forest – Lake Nakuru National Park

   Enjoy breakfast before travelling to Lake Nakuru National Park in the Great Rift Valley. After arrival, head out on a game drive through the park's woodland and lakeside habitats.
   Look for rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, buffalo, zebras and diverse birdlife. Flamingo numbers vary depending on lake conditions.

   Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay: Safari lodge or tented camp near Lake Nakuru.

5. Day5
   Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve

   After breakfast, depart for the Maasai Mara, travelling through scenic Rift Valley landscapes and rural communities.
   Arrive at your safari lodge or camp around lunchtime, depending on road conditions. Enjoy an afternoon game drive across the Mara's open plains in search of lions, elephants, giraffes and other wildlife.

   Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay: Safari lodge or tented camp in or near the Maasai Mara.

6. Day6
   Full-Day Maasai Mara National Reserve

   Spend the day exploring the Maasai Mara on morning and afternoon game drives. Search for the Big Five and enjoy the reserve's spectacular scenery and rich wildlife.
   Depending on the season, you may witness parts of the Great Migration. Optional activities may include a hot-air balloon safari or a Maasai cultural visit.

   Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner. Stay: Safari lodge or tented camp in or near the Maasai Mara.

7. Day7
   Maasai Mara – Nairobi

   Enjoy breakfast and, if time allows, an optional early morning game drive before departing for Nairobi.
   Arrive in Nairobi later in the day, depending on road and traffic conditions. Drop-off can be arranged at your hotel, Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or another agreed location.

   Meals: Breakfast; lunch depending on departure arrangements. Stay: End of Safari

What’s included

Where you’ll stay

6 nights · African Wildlife Safari · Kenya

Safari Lodges & Tented Camps

Stay in comfortable safari lodges or tented camps near Samburu National Reserve, Mount Kenya Forest, Lake Nakuru and the Maasai Mara. Suggested allocation is two nights in Samburu, one near Mount Kenya, one near Lake Nakuru and two in the Maasai Mara. Specific properties depend on the selected comfort level and availability.

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