Footprints of an Adventurer Safari

Seven days across Samburu’s unique northern ecosystem, the Aberdare highlands, Lake Naivasha, and the Maasai Mara.

Duration

7 Days

Starting Rate

From $1,655 pp

Style

Wildlife Safari

Overview

Footprints of an Adventurer

Seven days across Samburu’s unique northern ecosystem, the Aberdare highlands, Lake Naivasha, and the Maasai Mara.

Nairobi→ Samburu→ Aberdare→ Naivasha→ Lake Naivasha→ Maasai Mara

The Journey

How the trip actually unfolds.

Day 1 · Arrival

Morning drive to Samburu National Park; lunch, afternoon game drive. Overnight at Samburu Simba Lodge (Full Board).

Day 2 · Unique Samburu wildlife

Morning and afternoon game drives through the unique Samburu ecosystem. Overnight at Samburu Simba Lodge (Full Board).

Day 3 · Solio Ranch

Drive to Solio Ranch with picnic lunch, afternoon game drive. Overnight at Rhino Watch (Full Board).

Day 4 · Crescent Island

Drive to Lake Naivasha, lunch, afternoon Crescent Island. Overnight at Naivasha Sawela Lodge (Full Board).

Day 5 · Into the Mara

Drive to the Maasai Mara Game Reserve, lunch, afternoon game drive. Overnight at Zebra Plains (Full Board).

Day 6 · Full day in the Mara

Morning and afternoon game drives across the magical Maasai Mara. Overnight at Zebra Plains (Full Board).

Day 7 · Departure

Early morning drive to Nairobi, lunch on your own. Transfer to the airport for departure.

Before You Go

Carry your passport, travel insurance details, and any prescription or preventative medication
Bring a hat, sunblock, sunglasses, a camera, and binoculars
Pack light — 15kg of hand luggage makes transfers between camps easier
Wear neutral-coloured clothing (khaki, olive, brown) for game drives
Keep a respectful distance and stay quiet near wildlife
Carry cash (KES/USD) for tips and personal purchases
Follow your driver-guide’s instructions at all times
Confirm any dietary needs or medical conditions before departure

Accommodation and meals as stipulated in the itinerary
Pick up and drop off at the Nairobi hotel
Transport in a chauffeur-driven Safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy game viewing & photography
Services of an English-speaking professional driver-guide
Game viewing drives and park entrance fees as indicated in the itinerary
All Government taxes and levies
Mineral water during game drives only
24-hour stand-by contact number

Visa fees and travel insurance
All items of a personal nature e.g., telephone call bills, fax/email bills, etc.
Tips and gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff, and driver-guide(s)
Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
Any local or international flight and departure taxes
Laundry services
Any other item(s) not included in our itinerary
Holiday supplements over Easter, Christmas, and New Year

Rates

Per person, sharing a double room.