7-Day Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Naivasha, Masai Mara Safari

7-Day Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Naivasha, Masai Mara Safari

Offered by: USD Safari Tours
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Journey Snapshot
🗺 Kenya ⏱ 7 days 🚙 4x4 Pop-up Roof
Samburu Ol Pejeta Lake Naivasha Masai Mara and Nairobi
This safari offers a well-rounded exploration of Kenya’s diverse landscapes and wildlife. From the unique species of Samburu and the conservation efforts at Ol Pejeta to the tranquil beauty of Lake Naivasha and the world-renowned Masai Mara, this safari combines adventure, breathtaking scenery, and exceptional wildlife viewing for an unforgettable experience.

Route

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

Tour Features

Day 1: Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve Day 2: Morning and Evening Game Drive Day 3: Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy Day 4: Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Lake Naivasha Day 5: Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve Day 6: Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara National Reserve Day 7: Departure to Nairobi

Activities & Transportation

  • Route: Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara, and Nairobi
  • Duration: 7 days
  • Getting around: 4x4 safari vehicle (pop-up roof)
  • Transfers: airport pick-up & drop-off can be included

Accommodation & Meals

Day
Accommodation
Meals
1
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR View hotel
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
2
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Buffalo Springs NR
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
3
Sweetwaters Serena Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) View hotel
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
4
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) View hotel
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
5
Zebra Plains Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR View hotel
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
6
Zebra Plains Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
7
No accommodation
All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day by Day

Day 1 Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
Morning 🏨Sarova Shaba Game Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Samburu NR 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
You will be picked up from your hotel or the airport, where your tour driver will provide a short briefing before departing for Samburu. The journey includes a stopover in Sagana or Isiolo town before continuing to Sarova Shaba for check-in, lunch, and some relaxation. In the afternoon, you will set out on a game drive in Samburu National Reserve.
Day 2 Morning and Evening Game Drive
Morning 🏨Sarova Shaba Game Lodge Mid-range lodge located just outside Buffalo Springs NR 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
The day begins with an early breakfast, followed by a morning game drive in search of the Samburu Special Five — Grevy’s zebra, Reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and Gerenuk, alongside other wildlife. Afterward, you will return to the lodge for lunch and some relaxation. In the late afternoon, you will head out again for an evening game drive before returning to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay
Day 3 Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Morning 🏨Sweetwaters Serena Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, you will check out of Sarova Shaba and drive to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, arriving in time for lunch and some relaxation. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a game drive and visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary within Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a renowned wildlife reserve dedicated to rhino conservation and home to the world’s last two remaining northern white rhinos, Fatu and Najin, as well as Baraka, the blind black rhino. The conservancy also hosts the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa and the only chimpanzee sanctuary in Kenya. Later, you will return to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 4 Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Lake Naivasha
Morning 🏨Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha) 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, you will check out and drive to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for check-in, lunch, and some relaxation. In the afternoon, you will enjoy a scenic boat ride across the lake, where you are likely to spot hippos, a wide variety of bird species such as fish eagles and cormorants, as well as grazing wildlife along the shores. The excursion continues with a guided walk on Crescent Island, a private sanctuary that offers close encounters with giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, waterbucks, and impalas in their natural habitat. Later, you will return to the resort for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 5 Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara National Reserve
Morning 🏨Zebra Plains Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, you will check out and depart for the Masai Mara National Reserve, with a brief stopover in Narok Town. You will then proceed to Zebra Plains Mara, arriving in time for check-in and lunch. After a short period of relaxation, you will set out for an afternoon game drive. The Masai Mara, often regarded as the highlight of a Kenyan safari, is famed for its breathtaking savannah landscapes, abundant wildlife, and as the setting of the Great Migration, one of the world’s most remarkable natural spectacles. In the evening, you will return to the camp before dusk for dinner and an overnight stay.
Day 6 Full-Day Game Drive in Masai Mara National Reserve
Morning 🏨Zebra Plains Mara Camp Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
an early breakfast, you will set out on a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch, offering the opportunity to observe a wide range of wildlife species, most active during this time of day. Highlights include the renowned Big Five — elephant, lion, rhinoceros, buffalo, and leopard, as well as giraffes, topis, zebras, wildebeests, and many others. In the evening, you will enjoy the breathtaking sight of the golden sunset over the horizon before returning to the camp for dinner and an overnight stay. An optional walking safari is also available after the game drive for those seeking a more immersive experience.
Day 7 Departure to Nairobi
Morning 🏨No accommodation 🍽All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
After breakfast, you will check out of Zebra Plains Mara Camp. An optional visit to a Maasai Village in the Masai Mara can be arranged before your return journey to Nairobi, with a brief stopover in Narok. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will enjoy lunch at the renowned Carnivore Restaurant. Thereafter, your driver-guide will transfer you to your preferred drop-off location.

Rates

From: $3,800 pp (USD)
Final quote depends on date, travelers and lodge level.

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Inclusions

Included
  • Park fees (For non-residents)
  • All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
  • A professional driver/guide
  • All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
  • All Taxes/VAT
  • pickup and drop-off
  • Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
  • Drinking water (On all days)

Exclusions

Not included
  • International flights (From/to home)
  • Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
  • Tips (Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
  • Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)

Note: Some items may vary depending on season and lodge level.

Getting There

Start: Samburu

End: and Nairobi

We can arrange airport pick-up and drop-off. Ask in your quote request.

Offered By

USD Safari Tours
USD Safari Tours
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