Kenya Escapes Safari
8 days—Explore some of Kenya’s best known wildlife locations: Samburu, Nakuru and the Mara.
$3810-4905 USD
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Safari summary
Diverse Wildlife Encounters: Explore Samburu Reserve, Lake Nakuru National Park, and the Masai Mara for a chance to witness Kenya’s rich wildlife diversity, including rare and iconic species.
Comfortable Accommodations: Enjoy comfortable stays at well-regarded lodges and camps in key wildlife areas.
Expert Guided Safaris: Experience the thrill of safari in a custom 4×4 vehicle led by expert guides who enhance your wildlife viewing with their knowledge and insights.
Natural Wonders: Immerse yourself in the beauty of Lake Nakuru and its abundant wildlife, including lions, rhinos, and leopards, while also enjoying a nature walk at Mbweha Safari Camp.
Weekly Departures: This tour operates weekly, starting on Saturdays, providing flexibility for travelers, with a minimum requirement of just 2 people for a safari of a lifetime.
About this tour
| Tour type | Set-date, set-itinerary, group | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
| Countries | ||
| Parks |
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Alcoholic beverages
- Hot air balloons
- International flights
- Laundry
- Premium alcoholic beverages
- Spa treatments
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas
Itinerary
Day 1 - Saturday
Nairobi
You’ll be met on arrival at Nairobi International Airport by our friendly Gamewatchers representative and transferred to the Tamarind Tree Hotel for 1 night (Bed & Breakfast).
The Tamarind Tree Hotel
Day 2 - Sunday
Samburu
After breakfast depart Nairobi by 4×4 safari vehicle (with expert guide) and head North to Samburu National Reserve – checking in to Elephant Bedroom Camp where you will spend 2 nights. Lunch en route or at camp. This exclusive camp of just 12 luxury tents has a lovely setting within the Reserve. After an afternoon / early evening game drive you will stop for drinks at a scenic point to watch the sun go down over the African wilderness. Dinner and overnight at Elephant Bedroom Camp.
Elephant Bedroom Camp
Day 3 - Monday
Samburu
This morning wake early for a morning game drive to explore Samburu National Reserve on the look-out for elephants and big cats as well as the unusual animals for which Samburu is noted such as the endangered Grevy’s Zebra and the Reticulated Giraffe. Breakfast and lunch at camp. In the afternoon, take another game drive in this beautiful landscape. Dinner and overnight at Elephant Bedroom Camp.
Elephant Bedroom Camp
Day 4 - Tuesday
Lake Nakuru
After breakfast set off towards the stunning scenery of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. Check in to Mbweha Safari Camp for 2 nights. Mbweha is a high quality safari camp set on the private 6400 acre Congreve Conservancy near the southern border of Lake Nakuru National Park and has spectacular views of the surrounding mountainous landscape. Take an escorted nature walk from Mbweha for a close-up view of the local flora and fauna. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Mbweha Safari Camp.
Mbweha Safari Camp
Day 5 - Wednesday
Lake Nakuru
Early breakfast at Mbweha Safari Camp and then set off with a picnic lunch for a full day to explore the Lake Nakuru National Park. The woodland and grassland surrounding the lake are home to an abundance of wildlife including black rhino, white rhino, hippo, leopard, lion and the rare Rothschild’s giraffe. Dinner and overnight at Mbweha Safari Camp.
Mbweha Safari Camp
Day 6 - Thursday
Masai Mara
After an early breakfast, continue your safari by heading to the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, arriving at Tipilikwani Mara Camp for lunch where you will stay for 2 nights. Tipilikwani Mara Camp has 20 luxury riverfront tents located on the banks of the Talek River overlooking the iconic Mara plains. After lunch there will be a game drive for the first chance to see the wildlife of the Mara. Dinner and overnight at Tipilikwani Mara Camp.
Tipilikwani Mara Camp
Day 7 - Friday
Masai Mara
A full day with morning and afternoon game drives in the Maasai Mara in search of the big cats for which the Mara is renowned. You will also see a wide variety of Kenya’s other species – great and small – such as elephants, buffalo, giraffe, plains game and much more. Lunch, dinner and overnight at Tipilikwani Mara Camp.
Tipilikwani Mara Camp
Day 8 - Saturday
Nairobi
After breakfast, depart the Maasai Mara arriving back to Nairobi approx. 1.30pm to 2pm. Drop off at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to check in for your onward flight or Hotel. NB depending on your international flight times, the night in Nairobi (shown here at the start) could be moved to the end (Saturday). Or additional nights can be added (at a supplement).
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