Kenya Highlight Safari

11 Days: Nairobi – Samburu – Laikipia – Masai Mara – Diani

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This is a journey through Kenya’s lesser-known reserves and landscapes, starting with the Samburu and Laikipia Plateau. Keep an eye out for large lion prides, black rhino, and the area’s abundant birdlife.

Then it’s on to the world-famous Masai Mara, where you can enjoy some of the best game viewing in the world as well as bush walks across the plains to get up close and personal with nature.

Finish on Diani’s tropical Indian ocean beaches to unwind, soak up the sun, sail the turquoise seas scented with spices, and generally slip into ultimate relaxation mode.

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Itinerary highlights:

1. Camel rides in search of exciting wildlife in the Samburu region

2. Luxury accommodation throughout

3. Search for the Big Five on daily game drives

4. Four nights on Diani

What's included:

All internal flights and transfers

Full support from your travel designer

All park and conservation fees

Itinerary
Days 1-2: Nairobi:

Begin your journey with a night in Nairobi, Kenya’s bustling capital. If you have time to explore, the city has a number of interesting attractions to discover. Otherwise, simply relax after your long flight before heading to Lewa Wildlife Conservancy tomorrow.

Accommodation:
- Hemingways Nairobi (1 night)
Days 2-4: Samburu:

Take a small charter flight from Nairobi to Samburu to begin your safari adventure in Kenya. In the Samburu region, you can enjoy breathtaking wildlife and fascinating cultural encounters with the local Samburu tribes. Take bush walks in between your daily safari game drives (some at night), visits local Samburu villages, camel-back riding, evenings of sundowners, gourmet food, and campfire stories, all while staying in the tranquil and sumptuous luxury of your lodge.

Accommodation:
- Saruni Samburu (2 nights)
Days 4-6: Laikipia:

Take a small charter flight from Samburu to the Laikipia. In addition to game drives on the vast reserve, you can explore the area on foot with Maasai guides. Longer day hikes across the hills and plains, or up into the magical Chyulu Cloud Forest, learning to read animal signs and ending in a traditional tented fly camp under a baobab tree for the night, away from any human presence. You can also go on sunrise horseback rides, scenic flights over Kilimanjaro’s snows, or practice Transcendental Meditation with an experienced teacher.

Accommodation:
- Lodo Springs (2 nights)
Days 6-8: Mara Conservancies:

Fly to the Mara Conservancies to begin your safari’s third leg. The Mara Conservancies, which surround the Masai Mara National Reserve, provide visitors with the ultimate safari experience, including low tourist density, incredible day and night game viewing, walking safaris, and authentic cultural interactions. Above all, these conservancies are managed in a way that protects the fragile ecosystem while also benefiting the landowners – the Masai people.

Accommodation:
- Saruni Mara (2 nights)
Days 8-11: Diani:

Now it’s time for a change of scenery. After a final morning game drive and a leisurely breakfast at the lodge, fly directly from the Masai Mara to Diani Beach. As you step off the plane, feel the tropical heat and cool ocean breeze as you are greeted by the hotel driver who will take you to your resort. The next three days are entirely up to you. Step out onto the beach and feel the unbelievably soft powdery white sand between your toes, swim in the azure water, or relax by the pool with a cocktail in hand.

Accommodation:
- Alfajiri Villas (3 nights)
Days 11: Departure:

Today, you’ll fly from Ukunda Airstrip back to Nairobi in time for your flight home, cherishing the memories you’ve made and wanting to return for more!