Kenya Highlights Safari

6 Days Best of Kenya Safari – Samburu, Aberdares, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara

$1999-2499 USD

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Safari summary

Discover the very best of Kenya on this unforgettable 6-day private safari organized by Jossec Safaris. Travel in a comfortable 4x4 Land Cruiser and explore four of Kenya’s most spectacular wildlife destinations, each offering unique landscapes, wildlife, and safari experiences.

Begin your adventure in Samburu National Reserve, home to the rare northern species known as the Samburu Special Five, including Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, and gerenuk. Continue to the lush Aberdare highlands for a unique overnight stay at The Ark Lodge, where wildlife gathers at a floodlit waterhole directly below the lodge.

Journey onward to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its rhinos, flamingos, Rothschild giraffes, and tree-climbing lions, before ending your safari in the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy thrilling game drives across vast savannah plains in search of the Big Five and other incredible wildlife species.

This safari combines wildlife viewing, scenic landscapes, cultural experiences, and comfortable accommodation in carefully selected Sopa lodges. The safari is operated privately by Jossec Safaris, allowing flexibility, personalized service, and an authentic Kenyan safari experience from start to finish.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Kenya
	Parks	Laikipia Plateau Lake Nakuru Masai Mara Samburu

Fine details

Safari highlights

Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Airport transfers
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
Tips and gratuities
Visas

Itinerary

Nairobi to Samburu

Samburu

Drive north via central Kenya highlands. Afternoon game drive featuring Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, elephants, lions, and wildlife along the Ewaso Nyiro River. Overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge.

Samburu Sopa Lodge

Samburu – Aberdare National Park

Samburu

Travel through farmland to the highlands. Afternoon stay at the unique tree-top lodge experience at The Ark Lodge with wildlife at the waterhole. Overnight at The Ark.

The Ark.

Aberdares – Lake Nakuru

Lake Nakuru

Proceed to the Rift Valley. Afternoon game drive for rhinos, flamingos (seasonal), Rothschild giraffes, and lions. Overnight at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.

Nakuru – Masai Mara N

Masai Mara

Drive via Rift Valley to Masai Mara. Afternoon cultural visit to a Maasai village. Overnight at Masai Mara Sopa Lodge.

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

Full Day Masai Mara

Masai Mara

Full-day game drives across open savannah searching for the Big Five, cheetahs, and seasonal migration river crossings. Optional hot air balloon safari available (USD 450 per person). Overnight in Mara.

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge