Overview
This immersive 10-day safari combines Kenya’s most iconic wildlife spectacle—the Great Migration in Maasai Mara—with the rugged beauty of the north. Travel through Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, and end in the majestic Mara. Discover unique wildlife, diverse cultures, and unforgettable landscapes along the way.
Highlights
- Witness the dramatic Great Migration in Maasai Mara
- Spot rare species like the Grevy’s zebra and gerenuk in Samburu
- See rhinos and flamingos at Lake Nakuru
- Visit the only chimpanzee sanctuary in Kenya at Ol Pejeta
- Experience scenic drives, luxury lodges, and optional cultural tours
Itinerary
Depart Nairobi in the morning for Meru National Park with scenic stops along the way. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch. In the afternoon, head out for a game drive in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, and hippos. Enjoy dinner and overnight at a lodge or tented camp overlooking the wilderness.
Spend the day exploring the diverse habitats of Meru, from open savannahs to riverbanks. Visit key sites such as the rhino sanctuary and the grave of Elsa the lioness. Spot wildlife like cheetahs, buffalos, and hundreds of bird species. Enjoy a bush picnic lunch or return to the lodge for a break before an evening game drive.
Depart from Meru and head east to the lush and less explored Meru National Park, famously featured in the story of Elsa the lioness from Born Free.Check into your lodge and enjoy an afternoon game drive through its rich, diverse terrain game drive in the unique, arid landscapes. Look out for the “Samburu Special Five.”
Morning and afternoon game drives along the Ewaso Nyiro River. Option to visit a Samburu village to experience traditional life and customs.
Head to Ol Pejeta, a leading conservation haven. Afternoon game drive with chances to see black and white rhinos. Visit the Sweet waters Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
Drive to Lake Nakuru, known for its rhino sanctuary and birdlife. Afternoon game drive to spot flamingos, lions, buffalo, and possibly leopards.
Continue your journey to the famed Maasai Mara. Arrive at your luxury camp and relax before an evening game drive in the savannah.
Two full days to explore the Mara on game drives. Spot the Big Five and, if in season, witness river crossings during the Great Migration. Optional hot air balloon safari and cultural visits available.
Two full days to explore the Mara on game drives. Spot the Big Five and, if in season, witness river crossings during the Great Migration. Optional hot air balloon safari and cultural visits available.
After breakfast, drive or fly back to Nairobi. Drop-off at your hotel or airport for your onward flight.
Includes/Excludes
The Cost Includes
- Transport in an open-roofed Safari Land Cruiser/ Safari Van
- 9 Nights’ Accommodation in a camp/ lodge
- Meals on full board (lunch, dinner, breakfast)
- Services of our knowledgeable and professional safari driver
- Park Entrance Fees
- Statutory and levies