9 Days 8 Nights Fly & Drive Safari – Nairobi → Samburu → Ol Pejeta → Masai Mara → Amboseli → Nairobi
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Safari Overview
Route: Nairobi → Samburu National Reserve → Ol Pejeta Conservancy → Masai Mara National Reserve → Amboseli National Park → Nairobi
Duration: 9 Days / 8 Nights
Highlights:
Embark on an unforgettable safari adventure through Kenya’s most iconic and diverse landscapes. Start with a flight to Samburu, home to rare northern species and dramatic scenery along the Ewaso Nyiro River. Drive south to Ol Pejeta Conservancy, the pioneering home of rhino and chimpanzee conservation. Then fly to the Masai Mara, land of big cats and the Great Migration, before heading to Amboseli, where vast elephant herds roam under the shadow of Mount Kilimanjaro.
This perfectly balanced fly-and-drive itinerary maximizes your time in the wilderness while offering comfort, variety, and Kenya’s most breathtaking views.
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Tour Plan
Morning (~07:00 AM) – Departure from Nairobi
• Pick-up from your Nairobi hotel/residence.
• Transfer to Wilson Airport for your flight to Samburu (~1 hr 20 min).
• Scenic views of Mount Kenya en route.
Late Morning (~09:00 AM) – Arrival & Transfer to Lodge
• Land at Samburu Airstrip and meet your guide.
• Short game drive transfer to your lodge/camp.
• Check in, enjoy a welcome drink, and relax.
Afternoon (~03:30 PM) – Game Drive
• Explore the rugged terrain and look for the “Samburu Special Five”: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, gerenuk, and Somali ostrich.
• Elephants and lions are also common along the Ewaso Nyiro River.
Evening (~06:30 PM) – Dinner & Overnight
• Return to camp, enjoy dinner, and overnight stay at your Samburu lodge/camp.
Early Morning (~06:00 AM) – Sunrise Game Drive
• Discover wildlife as the sun rises over the Samburu hills.
• Spot leopards resting in acacia trees and elephants by the river.
Midday
• Return for breakfast and leisure at camp. Optional visit to a Samburu village (extra cost).
Afternoon (~03:00 PM) – Second Game Drive
• Another drive across the reserve, exploring hidden valleys and open plains.
Evening
• Dinner and overnight at your lodge/camp.
Morning (~08:00 AM) – Drive to Ol Pejeta
• After breakfast, depart Samburu for Ol Pejeta (approx. 4–5 hours).
• Arrive at your lodge/camp inside the conservancy in time for lunch.
Afternoon (~03:00 PM) – Game Drive in Ol Pejeta
• Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and learn about the last northern white rhinos.
• Game drive across the plains, spotting rhinos, elephants, lions, and more.
Evening (~06:30 PM)
• Dinner and overnight stay at Ol Pejeta Conservancy.
Morning (~09:00 AM) – Fly to Masai Mara
• Breakfast at the lodge, then transfer to Nanyuki Airstrip for your flight (~1 hour).
• Enjoy stunning aerial views of the Great Rift Valley and rolling escarpments.
Late Morning (~11:00 AM) – Arrival & Lunch
• Land in the Mara, meet your guide, and transfer to your lodge or camp.
• Check in, freshen up, and enjoy lunch.
Afternoon (~03:30 PM) – First Game Drive
• Head into the reserve for your first Mara adventure.
• Look for the “Big Five” and the endless herds that make this one of Africa’s best wildlife areas.
Evening (~06:30 PM)
• Return to camp for dinner and overnight stay in the Masai Mara.
Early Morning (~06:00 AM) – Sunrise Game Drive
• Start early to catch predators in action and the morning light across the plains.
Midday
• Return for breakfast and relaxation, or choose an optional hot-air balloon safari followed by champagne breakfast (extra cost).
Afternoon (~03:00 PM) – Game Drive
• Explore different regions of the Mara, including river crossings and forested areas.
Evening
• Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge/camp.
Morning (~06:00 AM) – Extended Game Drive or Nature Walk
• Another day for in-depth exploration of the Mara’s wildlife hotspots.
Afternoon (~03:00 PM) – Final Game Drive
• Seek out elephants, cheetahs, and large antelope herds before your last Mara sunset.
Evening
• Dinner and overnight at your lodge/camp.
Morning (~09:00 AM) – Fly to Amboseli
• After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Amboseli (via Nairobi; approx. 2 hrs).
• Scenic flight over the Rift Valley, landing at the foot of Kilimanjaro.
Late Morning (~11:30 AM) – Arrival & Lunch
• Arrive at Amboseli Airstrip and transfer to your lodge/camp.
• Lunch with panoramic views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Afternoon (~03:30 PM) – Game Drive in Amboseli
• Explore Amboseli’s open plains, famous for large elephant herds, buffalo, zebras, and spectacular mountain backdrops.
Evening
• Dinner and overnight stay at your Amboseli lodge or camp.
Early Morning (~06:00 AM) – Sunrise Game Drive
• Watch elephants march across the plains with Mount Kilimanjaro glowing in the background.
Midday
• Return to lodge for breakfast and leisure time.
Afternoon (~03:00 PM) – Afternoon Game Drive
• Visit Observation Hill for sweeping views over the park and its swamps teeming with birdlife.
Evening (~06:30 PM)
• Dinner and overnight stay at your Amboseli lodge or camp.
Morning (~07:00 AM) – Optional Game Drive & Breakfast
• Enjoy your final sunrise game drive or relaxed breakfast.
~10:00 AM – Flight to Nairobi
• Transfer to the airstrip for your flight to Wilson Airport (~1 hour).
• Meet your driver for transfer to your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for onward flight.
End of Safari
