12 Days Wilderness Safari: Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Maasai Mara, Amboseli, Tsavo West & East

Day 1: Nairobi – Journey to Samburu National Reserve

Your adventure begins with a scenic drive from Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve, a rugged, semi-arid wilderness home to unique species found only in this region, such as the Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk. Upon arrival, check into Samburu Ashnil Camp and enjoy a delicious lunch overlooking the Ewaso Ng’iro River. In the afternoon, set out on your first Kenya safari game drive, exploring Samburu’s dramatic landscapes before returning to camp for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 2: Samburu Safari – Transfer to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Begin the day with an early morning game drive in Samburu when wildlife is most active. After breakfast, depart for Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a pioneering conservation area famous for its rhino sanctuary and the last two remaining northern white rhinos. On arrival, check in at Sweetwaters Serena Camp and enjoy lunch overlooking the camp’s busy waterhole. The afternoon takes you deep into the conservancy for a game drive, where sightings of lions, elephants, and even chimpanzees await. Dinner and overnight at Sweetwaters Serena Camp.

Day 3: Ol Pejeta – Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its rhino population and birdlife. Check into Sarova Lion Hill Lodge for lunch before embarking on an afternoon game drive. Watch for tree-climbing lions, large flocks of flamingos, and endangered Rothschild giraffes. Dinner and overnight at Sarova Lion Hill.

Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara National Reserve

Today you journey to the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous safari destination and home of the Great Migration. En route, stop in Narok for a cultural and culinary break. Arrive at Mara Ashnil Camp, enjoy lunch, and then head out for your first Maasai Mara game drive, where the Big Five await. Return for dinner and overnight at camp.

Day 5: Full-Day Maasai Mara Safari

Rise early for a thrilling morning game drive across the endless savannah. With a picnic lunch packed, spend the entire day exploring the Maasai Mara, known for its abundance of lions, cheetahs, and wildebeest herds. Capture unforgettable wildlife photography moments before returning to Mara Ashnil Camp for dinner and storytelling around the campfire.

Day 6: Maasai Mara – Lake Naivasha

After a final game drive in Maasai Mara, head towards the tranquil Lake Naivasha, Kenya’s highest freshwater lake. Check in at Lake Naivasha Country Club, enjoy lunch, and in the afternoon opt for a boat safari to spot hippos, crocodiles, and exotic birdlife. A visit to Crescent Island Sanctuary offers a chance for a guided walking safari among giraffes and antelopes. Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha Country Club.

Day 7: Lake Naivasha – Amboseli National Park

Set off early for Amboseli National Park, world-famous for its massive elephant herds and breathtaking views of Mount Kilimanjaro. After lunch at Amboseli Sopa Lodge, enjoy an afternoon game drive where elephants, lions, and diverse birdlife roam beneath Africa’s highest peak. Return for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 8: Amboseli Safari & Maasai Village Experience

Spend the day exploring Amboseli with both morning and afternoon game drives. Watch elephants march across the plains against Kilimanjaro’s snowcapped summit and spot predators such as cheetahs and hyenas. For a cultural highlight, visit a traditional Maasai village to learn about their customs and way of life. Dinner and overnight at Amboseli Sopa Lodge.

Day 9: Amboseli – Tsavo West National Park

After breakfast, continue to Tsavo West National Park, a land of volcanic hills, lava flows, and natural springs. Arrive at Severin Safari Camp for lunch, then head out for an afternoon game drive. Keep your eyes open for leopards, elephants, and buffalos. Dinner and overnight at camp.

Day 10: Full-Day Safari in Tsavo West

Spend the day discovering Tsavo West’s hidden gems, from the crystal-clear waters of Mzima Springs to the mysterious Shetani Lava Flows. With picnic lunch in hand, enjoy extended game drives in search of giraffes, lions, and hippos. Return to Severin Safari Camp for dinner under the stars.

Day 11: Tsavo West – Tsavo East National Park

This morning, drive to the vast Tsavo East National Park, famous for its red-dust elephants and rugged landscapes. Check into Ashnil Aruba Lodge for lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive across Kenya’s largest national park. Dinner and overnight at Ashnil Aruba.

Day 12: Full-Day Tsavo East Safari

Explore Tsavo East with a full-day game drive, complete with a picnic lunch in the wilderness. The park’s open savannahs make it easier to spot lions, zebras, elephants, and a variety of bird species. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Day 13: Tsavo East – Return to Nairobi

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast before checking out and driving back to Nairobi, where your unforgettable 13-day Kenya safari adventure concludes. Drop-off at your hotel, pick-up location, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward journey.

Included:

• Accommodation
• Meals as per itinerary
• National Park entrance fees
• Professional Tour guide
• Tour Van or Land cruiser
• Drinking water

Excluded:

• International Flights
• Tips
• Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
• Laundry