12-Day Kenya Safari – Samburu to Tsavo West

Depart early from Nairobi and drive north across the equator to the semi-arid landscapes of Samburu National Reserve, home to species found nowhere else — like the reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, and Beisa oryx.
Arrive for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River.

Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge / Ashnil Samburu Camp

Where northern Kenya’s wild spirit comes alive.

Enjoy a full day of game drives across Samburu’s rolling hills and acacia woodlands.
Spot elephants, lions, and leopards, and watch for the elegant gerenuk standing tall to feed.

In the evening, unwind at your lodge overlooking the river — Samburu sunsets are unforgettable.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A safari of contrasts — dry plains, vibrant wildlife, and timeless beauty.

After breakfast, drive south to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, a private reserve famed for its rhino sanctuary and chimpanzee rescue center.
Enjoy afternoon game drives to see both black and white rhinos, lions, and possibly the last northern white rhinos at their enclosure.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp / Ol Pejeta Bush Camp

Conservation in action — where luxury meets wildlife protection.

After breakfast, continue to Aberdare National Park, known for its lush forests, waterfalls, and rare highland species.
Arrive at your lodge inside the forest — like The Ark or Treetops Lodge — where animals gather at floodlit waterholes after dark.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

A unique forest retreat — where the wild comes to you.

Descend into the Great Rift Valley toward Lake Nakuru National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
This compact park offers some of Kenya’s best chances to spot both black and white rhinos, as well as flamingos, buffaloes, and leopards.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge / Flamingo Hill Camp

A photographer’s paradise — flamingos, rhinos, and acacia woodland.

After breakfast, drive southwest across the Rift Valley to the world-famous Masai Mara.
Arrive for lunch, then head out for your first evening game drive across the golden plains in search of lions, elephants, and cheetahs.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Enkorok Mara Camp / Sopa Lodge Mara

Welcome to the land of the Big Cats.

Spend the entire day exploring the Mara, home to the Big Five and the Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October).
Enjoy a picnic lunch by the Mara River as hippos and crocodiles bask nearby.

Optional sunrise hot-air balloon safari available (extra cost).

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

The heart of African wildlife — up close and unforgettable.

After breakfast, drive to Lake Naivasha, a peaceful freshwater lake teeming with birds and hippos.
Enjoy a relaxing boat ride followed by a guided nature walk at Crescent Island.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge / Elsamere Lodge

A gentle interlude of birds, water, and serenity.

After breakfast, head south via Nairobi to Amboseli National Park, famous for its vast elephant herds and views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Arrive for an afternoon game drive to see elephants, cheetahs, and giraffes with Africa’s highest peak as a backdrop.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Sentrim Amboseli / AA Lodge Amboseli

Amboseli — where giants walk beneath the mountain.

Morning and afternoon game drives in Amboseli offer perfect opportunities for photography and close wildlife encounters.
Optional visit to a Maasai village for cultural immersion.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Wildlife, culture, and iconic landscapes — all in one day.

After breakfast, drive to Tsavo West National Park, known for its lava flows, Mzima Springs, and dramatic landscapes.
Enjoy a game drive en route to your lodge, then visit the hippo pools of Mzima Springs.

Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation: Ngulia Safari Lodge / Rhino Valley Lodge

Explore Kenya’s volcanic heart and untamed wilderness.

After breakfast depart Tsavo West for Nairobi.
Arrive in the afternoon, marking the end of your unforgettable 12-day Kenya safari.

Meals: Breakfast

Farewell, Kenya — until your next adventure.