Day-by-day itinerary
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Day 1
Nairobi – Samburu
- Pick up from the airport or your accommodation and head to Samburu National Reserve
- Lunch on the way to Samburu
- Arrive in the evening and enjoy an evening game drive
- Check in to your accommodation, enjoy dinner and overnight stay
Overnight: Samburu Intrepid Tented Camp
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Day 2
Samburu full-day game drive
- After breakfast, head to the park for a morning game drive until mid-day
- Back to the hotel for lunch and relax in the afternoon
- Evening game drive
- Back to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay
Overnight: Samburu Intrepid Tented Camp
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Day 3
Samburu – Ol Pejeta
- Check out from your accommodation after breakfast
- Journey to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Arrive in time for lunch and check in
- Evening game drive
- Enjoy dinner and overnight stay
Overnight: Maisha Sweetwaters Camp
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Day 4
Ol Pejeta full day
- Have breakfast, then head to the conservancy for a full-day game drive
- A picnic lunch will be provided in the park
- Back to the accommodation for dinner and overnight stay
Overnight: Maisha Sweetwaters Camp
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Day 5
Ol Pejeta – Lake Naivasha
- Check out from your accommodation after breakfast
- Head to Lake Naivasha
- Arrive in time for lunch and check in
- Evening boat ride
- Enjoy dinner and overnight stay
Overnight: Enashipai Resort & Spa
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Day 6
Lake Naivasha – Lake Nakuru
- Have breakfast, then check out from your accommodation and head to Lake Nakuru
- Arrive in time for lunch and check in
- Evening game drive
- Back to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay
Overnight: Lake Nakuru Lodge
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Day 7
Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara
- Have breakfast and check out from your accommodation
- Journey to Maasai Mara National Reserve
- Arrive in time for lunch and check in
- Evening game drive
- Have dinner and overnight stay
Overnight: Mara Leisure Camp
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Day 8
Maasai Mara full day
- Have breakfast and head to the park for a full-day game drive
- A picnic lunch will be served in the park
- After the game drive, back to the accommodation
- Enjoy dinner and overnight stay
Overnight: Mara Leisure Camp
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Day 9
Maasai Mara – Nairobi
- Have breakfast and check out from your accommodation
- Journey back to Nairobi
- Necessary drop-offs
- End of your safari
Prices per person
Rates are per person and depend on how many people travel together in the vehicle. Groups larger than 6 and other dates are quoted on request.
| Season | Dates | 1 person | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people |
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| Mid Season | 1 November 2026 – 15 December 2026 | USD 6,465 | USD 4,200 | USD 3,910 | USD 3,415 | USD 3,400 | USD 3,155 |
| Festive Season | 16 December 2026 – 1 January 2027 | USD 7,405 | USD 4,885 | USD 4,680 | USD 4,105 | USD 4,135 | USD 3,840 |
What’s included
Included
- Transport in a 4x4 Land Cruiser jeep with a pop-up roof
- All accommodation during the safari
- All meals on a full-board basis (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- An English-speaking professional driver guide
- Game drives
- Park fees for all destinations during the safari
- Drinking water on board
- Boat safari
Not included
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal items
- Flights
- Travel insurance
- A visit to a Maasai village
- Balloon rides
Common questions
Where does the 9-Day Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari start and end?
The safari starts and ends in Nairobi. Day 1 is Nairobi – Samburu and the last day is Maasai Mara – Nairobi. Pick-up is from your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Are park entry fees included in the price?
Yes. Park and reserve entry fees for Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru, Maasai Mara are included, together with full-board accommodation, transport in a 4x4 land cruiser jeep with a pop-up roof and an English-speaking driver-guide.
How much does the 9-Day Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Safari cost?
Prices start from USD 3,155 per person. The rate depends on how many people travel together (published for 1 to 6 travellers) and on the season. The full table is on this page. Groups larger than 6 and other dates are quoted on request.
Where will I stay?
The itinerary uses Samburu Intrepid Tented Camp, Maisha Sweetwaters Camp, Enashipai Resort & Spa, Lake Nakuru Lodge and Mara Leisure Camp. Similar properties may be substituted when a camp is full, and upgrades are available on request.
Can the itinerary be customised?
Yes. Extra nights, different lodges, a private vehicle for your group or a beach extension can all be arranged. Request a quote and tell us what you would like to change.
What should I pack?
Light layers (mornings are cool), neutral colours, a hat, sunscreen, binoculars and a camera. Our blog has a full first-time safari packing guide.