Samburu, Ol Pejeta &Maasai Mara
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7 Days · Kenya · Luxury
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7 Days Samburu, Ol Pejeta & Maasai Mara Safari
* Seasonal pricing applies. Excludes international flights & visas.
Get This QuoteThree Reserves
Kenya's Northern Frontier to the Mara Plains
Track the rare "Samburu Special Five" across the arid northern wilderness, stand metres from Ol Pejeta's protected black and southern white rhinos, then close your journey among the Big Five and vast herds of the world-famous Maasai Mara. This 7-day expedition delivers Kenya's full wildlife spectrum in one seamless route.
- The Samburu Special FiveGrevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and Somali ostrich
- Ol Pejeta Rhino SanctuaryTrack black and southern white rhino across East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary
- Maasai Mara Big FivePrime game drives across the Mara's legendary predator-rich plains
- Seamless Fly-In RoutingLight-aircraft transfers linking all three reserves — no long road transfers
- Curated Bush MomentsBush breakfasts, sundowners and a night game drive at Ol Pejeta
Three Legendary Destinations
Your journey begins in Kenya's arid northern frontier, moves south to Ol Pejeta's protected rhino plains beneath Mount Kenya, then finishes among the golden grasslands of the Maasai Mara.
- Nairobi, KenyaArrival & Safari BriefingDay 1
- Samburu National ReserveRare Northern Species & Ewaso Nyiro RiverDays 1–2
- Ol Pejeta ConservancyRhino Sanctuary & Night Game DriveDays 3–4
- Maasai Mara, KenyaBig Five & Endless PlainsDays 5–7
Your 7-Day Journey
From Nairobi arrival to your final morning in the Maasai Mara — every day crafted for maximum wildlife encounters across three of Kenya's finest reserves.
Arrival & First Game Drive
Board a scenic light-aircraft flight from Nairobi north into Kenya's arid Samburu wilderness. Settle into your riverside luxury tented camp on the Ewaso Nyiro, then head out for an afternoon game drive tracking the region's rare northern species.
The Samburu Special Five
A full day exploring the doum-palm lined banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River. Your expert guide tracks the elusive "Samburu Special Five" — Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and Somali ostrich — species found nowhere else in Kenya. End with a private bush sundowner overlooking the river.
Journey South to Ol Pejeta
Fly south to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, cradled beneath the snow-capped peaks of Mount Kenya. On arrival, visit the conservancy's rhino sanctuary — home to the world's last two northern white rhinos — and the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary before settling into your lodge.
Rhino Tracking & Night Game Drive
Spend the morning tracking black and southern white rhino on foot and by vehicle with conservancy rangers, learning about East Africa's largest black rhino sanctuary. After dinner, head out on a specialist night game drive to spot nocturnal predators including leopard, aardvark and bat-eared fox.
Fly to the Maasai Mara
Take a scenic light-aircraft transfer south across the Rift Valley into the world-famous Maasai Mara. Land in time for lunch, then head straight into an afternoon game drive across the plains in search of lion, elephant and the resident Mara prides.
Full Day Big Five Safari
A complete day exploring the Mara's rolling grasslands with dawn and dusk drives. Track lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino across prime territory, with a private bush breakfast set out under an acacia tree mid-morning.
Final Game Drive & Farewell
Rise early for one last sunrise game drive across the Mara plains before returning to camp for breakfast. Transfer to the airstrip for your scenic flight back to Nairobi, connecting onward to your international departure.
Handpicked Luxury Stays
Premium en-suite tented camps and lodges positioned along the migration route.
Samburu Riverside Camp
Exquisite canvas luxury set on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, with private decks overlooking waterhole crossings and doum palms.
Samburu · Days 1–2
Ol Pejeta Plains Lodge
Elegant lodge suites beneath Mount Kenya's snow-capped peak, positioned within walking distance of the rhino sanctuary.
Ol Pejeta · Days 3–4
Mara Riverfront Luxury Camp
Spectacular canvas luxury set on the Mara River with private decks overlooking prime wildlife corridors and resident lion prides.
Maasai Mara · Days 5–7Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- All internal light-aircraft bush flights as specified in your quotation
- 6 nights' luxury tented camps & lodges
- Full board throughout
- 4x4 game drive vehicle with pop-up roof, arranged per your tier and quotation
- Expert local safari guide throughout
- Applicable national park and conservancy fees as specified in your quotation
- Rhino tracking at Ol Pejeta with conservancy rangers as specified in your quotation
- Bush breakfasts and evening sundowners as arranged (premium options separately quoted)
- Bottled water and soft drinks on game drives
- All airport and airstrip transfers
- 24/7 safari concierge service
Excluded
- International flights to/from Nairobi
- Kenya tourist visa / eTA
- Comprehensive travel insurance (mandatory)
- Premium bar tabs within camps
- Gratuities for guides, camp staff and drivers
- Personal shopping and souvenirs
- Personal items and medications
- Anything not specified under Included
Have questions about what's included? Our specialists are happy to clarify.
Speak to a SpecialistChoose Your Experience Level
Select the accommodation tier that matches your style. All tiers include the same guiding and routing.
- Comfortable tented camps & lodges
- En-suite tents throughout
- Full board throughout
- All activities and transfers as specified in your quotation
- Expert safari guide
- Premium luxury camps & lodges
- Plunge pools & private decks
- Full-board dining as specified in your quotation
- Private vehicle (exclusive use, subject to tier confirmation and quotation)
- Ol Pejeta night game drive (optional, separately quoted)
- Senior master guide
- Singita / &Beyond flagship camps
- Private villa & suite upgrades
- Full-board dining as specified in your quotation; spa services separately quoted where available
- Dedicated private guide & vehicle (tier-specific arrangement, confirmed at quotation)
- Hot air balloon safari available as a separately quoted optional extra
- Personal safari concierge
What Our Guests Say
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most often.
We map assisted light-aircraft connections. Our team handles your luggage at each airstrip and coordinates every transfer between Samburu, Ol Pejeta and the Maasai Mara. You simply enjoy the view from your window seat.
We recommend neutral-coloured safari layers (khakis, olives, tans) for game drives, alongside a warm layer for cool Ol Pejeta mornings and evenings, plus a hat and sunscreen for Samburu's dry heat.
Applicable national reserve fees and Ol Pejeta Conservancy fees depend on your itinerary and quotation — your specialist will confirm exactly which authority charges apply to your trip. The rhino tracking activity is available as a separately quoted optional extra.
Yes. The pace is easy to moderate with short game drives, and Ol Pejeta's rhino sanctuary and chimpanzee sanctuary are especially popular with younger travellers. We can tailor activity lengths on request.
June to October and January to February offer the driest conditions and best game visibility across all three reserves. We recommend booking 4–6 months in advance for peak season dates.
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Spaces on this safari are strictly limited to preserve exclusivity. Contact our specialists today to check availability and begin planning your perfect Kenyan escape.