9 Days Premium Kenya Cross-Country Wildlife Road Safari

Journey into Northern Kenya
At approximately 5:30 AM, our driver-guide will collect you from your Nairobi hotel, residence or agreed meeting point. You will begin the journey through central Kenya, passing agricultural areas, busy towns and changing highland scenery. Breakfast, refreshments and suitable comfort stops will be arranged during the drive.

Premium Samburu Arrival
You will arrive in the Samburu area around lunchtime and check into your premium lodge or luxury tented camp. After lunch, you will have time to rest and enjoy the dry northern surroundings. A short afternoon game drive may be completed when arrival time and the confirmed programme permit

Destination:

SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Elephant Bedroom Camp

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Special Five Search
At around 6:00 AM, you will begin a game drive through Samburu’s dry plains and riverine habitats. Our guide will search for Grevy’s zebras, reticulated giraffes, gerenuks, Beisa oryx, Somali ostriches, elephants and possible predators. Wildlife sightings remain natural and cannot be guaranteed.

Afternoon River Safari
After breakfast, lunch and a midday rest, you will return for an afternoon safari at approximately 3:30 PM. The guide will explore areas near the Ewaso Nyiro River, where elephants, giraffes, antelopes and birds may gather. You will return to the lodge at around 6:30 PM for dinner.

Destination:

SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Elephant Bedroom Camp

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Scenic Highland Transfer
After breakfast and check-out, you will leave Samburu and travel toward Lake Nakuru. The route passes through changing landscapes, including dry northern areas, fertile central highlands and Great Rift Valley scenery. Lunch, refreshments and comfort stops will be organised during the journey.

Premium Nakuru Evening
You will arrive in the Lake Nakuru area during the afternoon and check into your premium accommodation. The remaining hours provide time to relax, enjoy the lodge surroundings and prepare for the following morning’s safari. Dinner will be served before an early overnight rest.

Destination:

SAMBURU NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Rhino Safari
At approximately 6:00 AM, you will enter Lake Nakuru National Park for an early game drive. Our guide will search for black or white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, possible predators and lakeshore birds. Flamingo numbers vary according to natural water and feeding conditions.

Road Journey to the Mara
After breakfast and check-out, you will begin the drive toward the Maasai Mara. Lunch or refreshments will be arranged during the road transfer. Arrival at your premium lodge or luxury tented camp is expected during the late afternoon, followed by dinner and rest.

Destination:

LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Mara Simba Lodge

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Sunrise Savannah Exploration
At around 6:00 AM, you will begin a full-day game drive across the Maasai Mara’s open plains and riverine habitats. Our guide will search for lions, elephants, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, cheetahs, hyenas and possible leopards. The route will depend on wildlife movement and road conditions.

Picnic and Afternoon Wildlife Drive
At approximately 12:30 PM, you will enjoy a packed lunch at an authorised picnic location. The afternoon safari continues through another wildlife zone until around 5:30 PM. You will return to the premium lodge or camp for dinner and overnight relaxation.

Destination:

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Mara Simba Lodge

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Final Mara Morning
A short morning wildlife observation may be completed before breakfast when the lodge location and programme permit. Our guide may revisit productive habitats and search for animals missed during the full-day safari. You will then return for breakfast and complete check-out.

Lakeside Arrival
You will travel through the Great Rift Valley toward Lake Naivasha, with lunch or refreshments arranged along the route. Arrival at your premium lakeside lodge is expected during the afternoon. You can relax, enjoy the gardens or observe birds before dinner.

Destination:

MASAI MARA NATIONAL RESERVE

Overnight:

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Freshwater Experience
At around 7:00 AM, you may enjoy a confirmed boat safari, guided birdwatching activity or Crescent Island nature walk. Possible sightings include fish eagles, pelicans, cormorants, giraffes, zebras and antelopes. Boating remains subject to safe wind and water conditions.

Long Journey to Amboseli
After breakfast and check-out, you will begin the long road transfer toward Amboseli. Lunch, refreshments and suitable comfort stops will be arranged during the journey. Arrival at your premium lodge or luxury camp is expected during the late afternoon or early evening.

Destination:

LAKE NAIVASHA NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Satao Camp

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Morning Elephant Safari
At approximately 6:00 AM, you will begin a game drive across Amboseli’s open plains, wetlands and acacia woodland. Our guide will search for elephant families, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, wildebeest, predators and birds. Mount Kilimanjaro may be visible when weather and cloud conditions are favourable.

Afternoon Wetland Exploration
After breakfast, lunch and a midday lodge break, you will return for an afternoon safari at around 3:30 PM. The guide may explore wetland edges and open plains for elephants, birds and grazing wildlife. You will return at approximately 6:00 PM for dinner

Destination:

AMBOSELI NATIONAL PARK

Overnight:

Satao Camp

  premium luxury 5 star lodge

Meals & Drinks:

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

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Final Sunrise Game Drive
At around 6:00 AM, you will enjoy a final morning game drive in Amboseli. Our guide will search for elephant families, birds and animals not observed during the previous day. You will return for breakfast at approximately 8:30–9:00 AM.

Road Return to Nairobi
After breakfast and check-out, you will begin the private journey to Nairobi. A lunch or refreshment stop may be included depending on the road conditions and final destination. Drop-off will be provided at your hotel, residence or airport-area accommodation.