Safaris

Kenya Classic Safari — 10 Days

From the northern drylands of Samburu and Ol Pejeta rhinos to pink Lake Nakuru and the iconic Masai Mara.

10 Days / 9 Nights
From USD 3,599 per person (4x4 Land Cruiser)
Year-round

Overview

What this trip is

This safari takes you to the best wildlife viewing areas in Kenya. Starting from the northern frontier district of Samburu Game Reserve (home to rare northern specialist species like the Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Beisa oryx), you proceed to the equator at Ol Pejeta Conservancy (the last 2 northern white rhinos and chimpanzees), head on to pink Lake Nakuru, and crown your journey with 3 unforgettable days in the world-famous Masai Mara.

Departure: Arrival in Nairobi on Day 1

Highlights

Samburu National Reserve & the Northern Special Five
Ol Pejeta Conservancy: Chimpanzee Sanctuary and the world's last Northern White Rhinos
Lake Nakuru National Park: Black & White Rhino Sanctuary and bird spectacles
3 nights in the world-renowned Masai Mara with Great Migration game drives
100% 4x4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof & Flying Doctors air ambulance cover
Stay at Hilton Garden Inn, Samburu Simba Lodge, Serena Sweetwaters Camp, Lake Nakuru Lodge & Ashnil Mara Camp

Wildlife you may see

Northern Special 5 (Grevy's Zebra, Gerenuk, Beisa Oryx, Reticulated Giraffe, Somali Ostrich)
Northern White Rhinos & Chimpanzees (Ol Pejeta)
The Big Five (Lion, Leopard, Elephant, Buffalo, Rhino)
Flamingos & Pelicans
Cheetahs & Wild Dogs

Itinerary

Day 1
Arrival in Nairobi
Met at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport by an Earth Specialist Safari guide and transferred to Hilton Garden Inn for rest and overnight.
Stay: Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi
Day 2
Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
07:00 AM departure north via Isiolo to Samburu National Reserve. Arrive for lunch at Samburu Simba Lodge. Late afternoon game drive spotting Grevy's zebras, reticulated giraffes, gerenuks, and over 900 elephants. Dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Samburu Simba Lodge
Day 3
Samburu National Reserve Full Day
Early morning (06:30 AM) and afternoon game drives exploring the Ewaso Nyiro riverine forest. Spot big cats, Beisa oryx, and rare birdlife. Relax by the lodge pool during midday heat. Dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Samburu Simba Lodge
Day 4
Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Drive past Mt. Kenya into Ol Pejeta Conservancy arriving at Sweetwaters Camp for lunch. Afternoon game drive visiting the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and the black and northern white rhino sanctuaries. Dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Serena Sweetwaters Camp
Day 5
Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park
Morning game drive towards the exit gate. Drive to Lake Nakuru with stopovers at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint and Thomson's Falls. Lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge followed by an afternoon game drive seeking rhinos and flamingos. Dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Lake Nakuru Lodge
Day 6
Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara Game Reserve
Morning game drive and departure for the Maasai Mara via Narok. Arrive for lunch at Ashnil Mara Camp. Late afternoon game drive across the rolling savannahs. Dinner and overnight.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp
Day 7
Maasai Mara Game Reserve Full Day Exploration
Full day game drive with picnic lunch hamper exploring the northern Serengeti-Mara ecosystem. Search for the Great Migration, prides of lions, cheetahs, leopards, and over 450 bird species. Dinner and overnight at Ashnil Mara Camp.
Meals: Breakfast, Picnic Lunch, Dinner
Stay: Ashnil Mara Camp
Day 8
Maasai Mara to Nairobi & Departure
Early morning game drive and breakfast. Check out and drive back to Nairobi arriving in the late afternoon. Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international flight home.
Meals: Breakfast