Tour Itinerary
Destinations: Nairobi → Samburu National Reserve → Masai Mara National Reserve → Nairobi
Tour Type: Romantic King & Queen (Honeymoon)
Themes: Witness King & Queen Simba (Lion) →Photography →Birdwatching →Culture Immersion →Spot Big Five
Tour Overview:
Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime luxury safari experience through Kenya’s most iconic wildlife reserves. From the arid beauty of Samburu National Reserve to the unparalleled game-viewing of the Masai Mara, this 7-day adventure combines natural wonders with exclusive accommodations, ensuring an unforgettable holiday
Tour Highlights
• Discover the rugged beauty of Samburu with its unique wildlife, including the reticulated giraffe and Grevy’s zebra. Enjoy luxury accommodations and game drives in an exclusive safari setting.
• Explore the world-renowned Masai Mara, known for its dramatic landscapes and abundant wildlife, including lions, elephants, leopards, and cheetahs. Experience thrilling game drives and witness the magic of the Great Migration (seasonal).
• End your adventure in the vibrant city of Nairobi with a visit to the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage or the Giraffe Centre before your departure.
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi - Gateway to Kenya’s Wilderness
Main Destination: Kenya’s Wilderness
Accommodation: Luxury Hotel in Nairobi
Meals Planned: Lunch and Dinner.
Arrive in Nairobi, the bustling capital of Kenya, where you’ll be met by your private driver and guide. Transfer to your luxury hotel for check-in, freshen up, and prepare for your first night in Kenya, Around Afternoon Explore Nairobi at your leisure, or opt for a half-day city tour to see key sites like the Karen Blixen Museum or the famous Giraffe Centre. Late evening enjoy a sumptuous dinner at your luxury hotel, overlooking the city’s skyline, preparing for your safari adventure to come.
Day 2: Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve - The Land of Unique Wildlife
Main Destination: Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp in Samburu
Meals Planned: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Early in the morning after breakfast, fly to Samburu National Reserve, a stunning wilderness area located in Kenya’s northern frontier. Upon arrival, you’ll be transferred to your exclusive safari camp, where you’ll be welcomed with a refreshing drink and checked in.Embark on your first thrilling game drive through the reserve. Samburu is home to the unique “Samburu Five” species—Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and the gerenuk. Marvel at these rarities while spotting other African wildlife like elephants, lions, and cheetahs. Around Evening Enjoy sundowners as you watch the sun set over the Samburu landscapes, followed by a gourmet dinner under the stars at your luxury camp.
Day 3: Full Day of Safari in Samburu National Reserve
Main Destination: Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation: Luxury Tented Camp in Samburu
Meals Planned: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
On this day start your day early with a delicious breakfast before heading out for a morning game drive. Samburu is renowned for its dramatic landscapes of dry riverbeds and rocky hills, and you’ll have the chance to spot a variety of wildlife in this arid ecosystem. Look out for elusive predators, such as leopards, and large herds of elephants. During afternoon after a bush lunch at your lodge, venture out again for an afternoon game drive. You may also choose to relax at the camp and enjoy a dip in the pool or indulge in a spa treatment. Around evening enjoy a sumptuous dinner while listening to the sounds of the African bush and reflecting on the day’s sightings.
Day 4: Samburu to Masai Mara - The Ultimate Safari Experience
Main Destination: Masai National Reserve
Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Masai Mara
Meals Planned: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Samburu, followed by breakfast and check-out. You’ll take a flight to the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s greatest wildlife destinations. Upon arrival, transfer to your luxury lodge. After check-in, enjoy lunch and a relaxing afternoon. The lodge is situated in a prime location near the Mara River, providing excellent opportunities for game viewing right from your room. Evening time embark on your first game drive in Masai Mara, where you’ll spot a variety of wildlife, including the "Big Five"—lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, and rhinos. Enjoy sundowners at the Mara River as you witness dramatic wildlife moments like wildebeest crossing. Late evening return to your lodge for a delicious dinner, perhaps accompanied by a cultural performance from the local Maasai community.
Day 5: Full Day Safari in Masai Mara - Great Migration (Seasonal)
Main Destination: Masai National Reserve
Optional Activity: Hot Air Balloon Ride
Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Masai Mara
Meals Planned: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
Start your day with an early morning game drive, when animals are most active. Experience the magic of the Masai Mara with its wide open savannahs and large populations of predators and prey. After lunch, head out on an afternoon game drive or enjoy a hot air balloon ride (optional), offering a bird’s-eye view of the Mara’s wildlife-rich plains. You might even witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration (seasonal), as thousands of wildebeests, zebras, and gazelles traverse the Mara River. As dusk falls, enjoy sundowners in the Mara before returning to your lodge for dinner.
Day 6: Full Day Safari and Maasai Village Visit
Main Destination: Masai National Reserve
Optional Activity: Hot Air Balloon Ride
Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Masai Mara
Meals Planned: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.
After breakfast, venture into the Mara for another thrilling game drive, focusing on predators like lions and leopards, or migrating animals like wildebeests and zebras. Around afternoon enjoy a cultural experience with a visit to a local Maasai village. Learn about the Maasai tribe’s traditions, rituals, and way of life. You’ll have the opportunity to interact with the villagers and see their colorful dances and ceremonies. Return to your lodge for a relaxed evening, enjoying your final sunset over the Mara and a special farewell dinner.
Day 7: Masai Mara to Nairobi – Departure
Main Destination: Masai National Reserve
Optional Activity: Visit David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage or Giraffe Center
Accommodation: Luxury Lodge in Masai Mara
Meals Planned: Breakfast &Lunch.
After breakfast, enjoy one final game drive in the Masai Mara, savoring your last chance to spot wildlife in this amazing reserve. Around afternoon transfer to the airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi. Upon arrival, you can choose to visit the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage or the Giraffe Centre before heading to the airport