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10-Day Explore Kenya's Iconic Safari Destinations

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Journey Snapshot

🗺 Kenya ⏱ 10 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof

Ol Pejeta Samburu Lake Nakuru Masai Mara Lake Naivasha Amboseli and Nairobi

Overview Day by Day Rates Inclusions Getting There Offered By

This journey offers an exceptional blend of diverse wildlife, stunning landscapes, and rich cultural experiences. Explore renowned national parks and reserves, including the Masai Mara, Amboseli, and Samburu, where you’ll witness incredible game drives and up-close encounters with the Big Five. Discover the unique beauty of Lake Nakuru, home to flamingos and rhinos, and Lake Naivasha’s serene waters, perfect for boat rides.

Route

Start	Ol Pejeta (Day 1)
Day 2	Samburu
Day 3	Lake Nakuru
Day 4	Masai Mara
Day 5	Lake Naivasha
Day 6	Amboseli
End	and Nairobi

Tour Features

Day 1: Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy Day 2: Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Samburu National Reserve Day 3: Samburu National Reserve Day 4: Samburu National Reserve to Lake Nakuru National Park Day 5: Lake Nakuru National Park to Masai Mara Day 6: Masai Mara National Reserve Day 7: Masai Mara National Reserve Day 8: Masai Mara National Reserve to Lake Naivasha National Park Day 9: Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park Day 10: Amboseli National Park - Nairobi

Activities & Transportation

Route: Ol Pejeta, Samburu, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, Lake Naivasha, Amboseli, and Nairobi
Duration: 10 days
Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day

Accommodation

Meals

1

Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters, Nanyuki Mid-range hotel located just outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

2

Samburu Simba Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

3

Samburu Simba Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

4

Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

5

Enkorok Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

6

Enkorok Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

7

Enkorok Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

8

Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge Mid-range lodge located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

9

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP View hotel

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

10

No accommodation

All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day by Day

Day 1 Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

⏱Morning 🏨Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters, Nanyuki Mid-range hotel located just outside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

You will be picked up at the airport in Nairobi and driven to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. On your way, you will stop at the equator line in Nanyuki for a hemispheres demonstration. You will arrive in time for lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive to see endangered rhinos, lions, and other wildlife. Dinner and overnight stay will be at Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters.

Day 2 Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Samburu National Reserve

⏱Morning 🏨Samburu Simba Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, you will check out and drive to Samburu Game Reserve. You will arrive in time for lunch and check-in at your hotel. Freshen up and have a hot lunch. Later, you will proceed for an afternoon game drive. The main highlights of this reserve are the Special Five (also known as the rare Northern species); they include Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk. Apart from Samburu’s Special Five, the reserve is also home to a population of close to 900 elephants and all 3 big cats (lion, cheetah, and African leopard), among many other animals. Also, you will have an opportunity to meet Maasai people. After the game drive, you will head to the camp to freshen up and then proceed to a freshly prepared hot dinner. You will overnight at Samburu Simba Lodge.

Day 3 Samburu National Reserve

⏱Morning 🏨Samburu Simba Lodge Mid-range lodge bordering Samburu NR without fences 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Today, you can have an early breakfast and proceed for a long day of game driving, or you can opt for a morning and afternoon game drive. Return to the camp for lunch, and then spend the rest of the day at your leisure. Dinner and overnight are at Samburu Simba Lodge.

Day 4 Samburu National Reserve to Lake Nakuru National Park

⏱Morning 🏨Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, depart from Samburu and head to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Spend the afternoon on a game drive, spotting flamingos, rhinos, giraffes, and lions. Explore viewpoints such as Baboon Cliff for stunning views of the lake. Dinner and overnight are at Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa.

Day 5 Lake Nakuru National Park to Masai Mara

⏱Morning 🏨Enkorok Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch. Take some time to rest. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive in the reserve, known for its abundant wildlife and Big Five sightings. Dinner and overnight are at Enkorok Mara Camp.

Day 6 Masai Mara National Reserve

⏱Morning 🏨Enkorok Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives or full-day game drives, witnessing lions, cheetahs, elephants, and, depending on the season, the great migration. Optional activities include a hot-air balloon safari or a visit to a Maasai village at an additional cost. Meals and your overnight stay are at Enkorok Mara Camp.

Day 7 Masai Mara National Reserve

⏱Morning 🏨Enkorok Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Spend this day exploring the Masai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives or full-day game drives, witnessing lions, cheetahs, elephants, and, depending on the season, the great migration. Meals and overnight are at Enkorok Mara Camp.

Day 8 Masai Mara National Reserve to Lake Naivasha National Park

⏱Morning 🏨Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge Mid-range lodge located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, leave the Masai Mara and drive to Lake Naivasha. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge. Enjoy the views while in the hotel, which will help you unwind and relive the beautiful memories of the safari. Dinner and overnight are at Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge.

Day 9 Lake Naivasha to Amboseli National Park

⏱Morning 🏨Sentrim Amboseli Lodge Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After breakfast, drive to Amboseli National Park, arriving in time for lunch. Check in at your lodge, freshen up and have a hot lunch. In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive with stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro and sightings of elephants, zebras and lions. Dinner and overnight are at Sentrim Amboseli Lodge. Amboseli National Park is best known for its abundance of elephants and spectacular views of the highest mountain in Africa, Mount Kilimanjaro. Also, you will have an opportunity to get the best snapshots of the unique African sunset and sunrise.

Day 10 Amboseli National Park - Nairobi

⏱Morning 🏨No accommodation 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

After a leisurely breakfast, depart Amboseli and return to Nairobi. Arrive in the afternoon, marking the end of your incredible safari adventure. You will be dropped off at the airport. End of safari.