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Big Five Safaris · 7 Days · Kenya

7 Days Three Parks,All Five, Zero Excuses

Samburu's rare northern species, Ol Pejeta's rhino and the Mara's big cats. Seven days, one full checklist.

Duration7 Days6 Nights
WhereSamburu+ 2 more
From$3,600per person sharing
Best TimeJul – OctAlso Dec – Mar
PaceModerateEarly starts
The Journey

Why You Will Love This One

Three very different parks, one very ambitious checklist. Samburu brings elephants and the shy northern species, Ol Pejeta brings the rhino (including the last northern whites) and the Mara brings the lions and leopards.

You travel through changing landscapes, from red riverbanks to open plains, with a guide who treats every sighting like a small celebration.

Everything is a starting point. Add a night where you fall in love, swap a camp or bolt on a beach, and we will shape it around you.

  • Big Five Tracking Drive with your private guide
  • Samburu Special Five in Samburu
  • Sunset Valleys at Samburu
  • 6 nights across 3 stops
Your Route

Three Stops, Six Nights

Samburu, Ol Pejeta and Maasai Mara, in a sensible order with as little backtracking as the map allows.

ADay 1 · Day 7NairobiMeet and greet
Scenic drive
1Days 1 – 2SamburuCamps With Views2 nights
Scenic drive
2Days 3 – 4Ol PejetaConservancy Lodges2 nights
Scenic drive
3Days 5 – 6Maasai MaraPrivate Conservancy Camps2 nights
Transfer
BDay 7NairobiFly home
Highlights

What You Will Remember

Samburu Culture
Samburu CultureMeet the Samburu, famous for their beadwork and warm welcome.
Sunset Valleys
Sunset ValleysBig skies and golden light across the valley.
Riverside Camps
Riverside CampsWake to birdsong and the river just beyond your tent.
Rhino Viewing
Rhino ViewingSee black and white rhinos in a protected setting.
Chimpanzee Sanctuary
Chimpanzee SanctuaryVisit the sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees.
Game Drives
Game DrivesThe Big Five and Grevy’s zebras in open country.
Day By Day

Your 7 Days, In Detail

A typical flow for this safari. Timings shift with the herds, the weather and your wishes, and your guide has the final say on where the action is.

Welcome To KenyaDay1
Samburu

Welcome To Kenya

MorningLand in Nairobi, where your guide meets you with a warm welcome. Set off by road to Samburu. Getting there: Short flight or long scenic drive from Nairobi.

AfternoonSamburu Culture: Meet the Samburu, famous for their beadwork and warm welcome.

Overnight
Camps With Views, Samburu
Meals
Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
Welcome and arrival
Sunset ValleysDay2
Samburu

Sunset Valleys

MorningBig skies and golden light across the valley.

AfternoonSignature moment: Big Five Tracking Drive: A full morning with your guide following fresh tracks and radio calls to find lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.

Overnight
Camps With Views, Samburu
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Sunset Valleys, game drives
On To Ol PejetaDay3
Ol Pejeta

On To Ol Pejeta

MorningAfter breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Samburu to Ol Pejeta, with time to take in the landscape on the way.

AfternoonRhino Viewing: See black and white rhinos in a protected setting.

Overnight
Conservancy Lodges, Ol Pejeta
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
On To Ol Pejeta
Chimpanzee SanctuaryDay4
Ol Pejeta

Chimpanzee Sanctuary

MorningVisit the sanctuary for rescued chimpanzees.

AfternoonGame Drives: The Big Five and Grevy’s zebras in open country.

Overnight
Conservancy Lodges, Ol Pejeta
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Chimpanzee Sanctuary, game drives
On To Maasai MaraDay5
Maasai Mara

On To Maasai Mara

MorningAfter breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive from Ol Pejeta to Maasai Mara, with time to take in the landscape on the way.

AfternoonGame Drives: Dawn and dusk drives with Maasai guides who read tracks like headlines and find the cats before you finish your coffee.

Overnight
Private Conservancy Camps, Maasai Mara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
On To Maasai Mara
Maasai CultureDay6
Maasai Mara

Maasai Culture

MorningMeet Maasai families and see how they live beside the wildlife.

AfternoonLeopards And Cheetahs: Sharp eyes, patient stops and a very good camera.

Overnight
Private Conservancy Camps, Maasai Mara
Meals
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Getting Around
4x4 game vehicle
Activities
Maasai Culture, game drives
Farewell And DepartureDay7
Maasai Mara

Farewell And Departure

MorningOne last slow breakfast and a final look at the view.

AfternoonTransfer to Nairobi for your onward flight home, or ask us about adding days on the coast. Safe travels, and we hope to see you again.

Meals
Breakfast
Getting Around
Scenic drive
Activities
Departure
When To Go

The Best Time To Go

Samburu is at its best from Jul – Oct, but this journey works for much of the year. Brighter blocks mean better conditions.

Game viewing, Samburu

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Game viewing, Ol Pejeta

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Game viewing, Maasai Mara

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Quiet camps and best rates

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FairGoodBest

An honest word. The green months (April, May and November) bring lush landscapes, fewer visitors and the lowest rates. Tell us your dates and we will say honestly what to expect.

Where You Stay

Where You Will Rest

Camps chosen for their position, their welcome and their style. We confirm the exact stays when we shape your proposal.

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Camps With Views, Samburu01

Camps With Views

Terraces and plunge pools looking over the valley.

  • Samburu
  • Samburu Special Five
Ask about this stay →
Conservancy Lodges, Ol Pejeta02

Conservancy Lodges

Comfortable rooms and warm hospitality.

  • Ol Pejeta
  • Equator Photo
Ask about this stay →
Private Conservancy Camps, Maasai Mara03

Private Conservancy Camps

Quiet land shared with local landowners, with night drives, walking safaris and far fewer vehicles at each sighting.

  • Maasai Mara
  • Hot Air Balloon Flights
Ask about this stay →
Rates

What It Costs

Indicative prices per person sharing, on full board. We confirm the exact figure in your written proposal.

Apr – May, Nov

Green Season

$3,600per person sharing

Green and quiet, with the lowest rates.

Jan – Mar, Jun

Shoulder

$4,200per person sharing

Good weather, good value and fewer vehicles.

Jul – Oct, Dec

Peak Season

$4,800per person sharing

The best wildlife viewing and the most demand. Book early.

Single-room supplements apply. Children travel at reduced rates, ask us. Rates may change with camp rates and fuel.

Good To Know

What Is Included, What Is Not

Included

  • Meet and greet and all airport and airstrip transfers
  • Accommodation as listed, on full board
  • House drinks, soft drinks and bottled water in camp
  • Daily game drives with a private guide in a 4x4 with a window seat for each guest
  • All road transfers between camps in a private 4x4
  • Extra time in the best Big Five areas
  • All park, conservancy and activity fees
  • Private bush breakfast or dinner at least once
  • Emergency medical evacuation cover (AMREF)

Not Included

  • International flights to and from East Africa
  • Visas and electronic travel authorisations
  • Travel and medical insurance
  • Tips for guides and camp staff (about $15 per person per day)
  • Premium spirits, champagne and personal purchases
  • Optional activities not listed
  • Single-room supplement
Know Before You Go

Pack Light, Travel Smart

The small stuff that makes a big difference. Tap a topic for the details, and ask us anything we have missed.

Game Drives
Questions?We reply within a day, usually sooner.
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Getting There

Fly into Nairobi (Jomo Kenyatta) and we meet you at arrivals. Please arrive the day before your safari if you can, so a late flight never costs you a game drive.

Baggage

Soft bags travel best in a safari vehicle. We store spare luggage safely while you are away.

What To Pack

Neutral layers, a warm fleece for early drives, a sun hat, sunglasses and good binoculars. Evenings are cool and days are warm.

Health And Safety

A yellow fever certificate may be needed if you come from a risk country. Ask your doctor about malaria cover. Our guides carry first-aid kits and radios.

Visas And Entry

Most visitors need a Kenya eTA, applied for online before travel. We guide you through it. Your passport needs six months of validity and spare pages.

Tipping

Tips are a kind way to say thanks. A guide is about $15 per person per day, with a shared tip for camp staff at each camp.

Good Questions

This Safari, Answered

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