In the next 7 days/ 6 nights you will be soaking in all the mysteries, and excitement of the Samburu Nationa Reserve. It is dominated by rare wildlife species, such as the Reticulated Giraffe, Somali Ostrich, Beisa Oryx, Gravy’s Zebra, and Long-Necked Gerenuk. Crocodiles can be found along the Ewaso Nyiro River. Later you explore more wildlife at Olpejeta Conservancy and Lake Nakuru Park.
Day | Location | Meal Plan | Activities |
Day 1 | Nairobi | Bed and Breakfast | Transfer to City Hotel |
Day 2 | Samburu | Full board | Afternoon Game drive. |
Day 3 | Samburu | Full board | Full-day Game drive and Optional activities |
Day 4 | Ol Pejeta | Full board | Afternoon Game drive. |
Day 5 | Ol Pejeta | Full board | Full-day Game drive and Optional activities |
Day 6 | Lake Elementaita Lodge | Full board | Free time /Optional activities |
Day 7 | Drop off Nairobi |
| End of Trip |
Day 1: (12/06/2022)Arrival in Nairobi
Drive to Nairobi, where you will be welcomed by the great energy of this busy, thriving, and truly cosmopolitan city. You’ll be met upon arrival and transferred to your city hotel for a good night’s rest.
Day 2: (13/06/2022)Nairobi – Samburu
Depart early morning from Nairobi by road and continue your drive along with scenic majestic Mt. Kenya en route to the northern hemisphere by crossing the equator, gently descending into the remote open Savannah of Samburu national reserve. Upon arrival, enjoy lunch before setting off on an afternoon game drive.
Day 3: (14/06/2022) Full-day Samburu
Depart for a full-day game drive with morning and afternoon game drives.
Samburu National Reserve boasts over 350 different species and the presence, of the Ewaso Ngiro River attracts plenty of wildlife. The reserve provides the opportunity to see wildlife that only lives in the dry north of Kenya; namely: The Grevy’s zebra, long-necked gerenuk, Beisa oryx, and reticulated giraffe. leopards are often known to visit the park, especially in the evenings.
After an entire day spent out in the bush, return to the comfort of your lodge for Dinner and a good night’s rest.
Optional Activities: Bird walks, Cultural visits and dance |
Day 4 & 5(15 &16/06/2022) Samburu national reserve – Ol Pejeta
Drive from Samburu in the early morning, you will drive Southwards via the Mount Kenya region which has beautiful green landscapes and mountains. Later arrive at Ol pejeta for Lunch. You will spend your next 2 nights in this Conservancy.
Ol Pejeta Conservancy includes sweetwaters Chimp Sanctuary, incorporated within the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, which is the only sanctuary for rehabilitation in Kenya for non-indigenous chimpanzees. It’s also a home to the big 5 (the endangered black rhino, leopard, elephant, buffalo and lion).
Later in the afternoon embark on a game drive in search for wild animals in their hide out! as a fiery sunset go downhill, return to your lodge for dinner and a good night’s rest.
Day 6: (17/06/2022)Ol Pejeta –Lake Elementaita
After breakfast, depart for Elementaita You will arrive in time for lunch at the lodge /camp of your choice. Lake Elementaita is a small soda ash lake 18 sq km in size and is located on the eastern side of the Great Rift Valley, with much of it being part of the private Soysambu Conservancy. Although situated on private land it can be visited and is often home to great white pelicans, and great crested grebe and is an important stopover for over 350 migratory bird species. You can also witness giraffes, zebra, gazelle, eland, and families of warthog. Enjoy a range of outdoor activities, including bird watching, and a visit to the natural warm spa that flows into the lake.
Day 7: (18/06/2022)Departure
This would be your last day in the reserve. After an early breakfast, you will enjoy mid-morning drive as you leave Elementaita and make your way back to Nairobi arriving in the city in the mid/late afternoon.
Safari Guide-Driver | Recommended tipping guidelines |
US $10.00-$15.00 per day of safari |
• The passport should be valid for at least 6 months from the date of departure.
• Above is just a quote and no services are confirmed at present.
• Confirmation of Hotels and other services is subject to availability.
• Rates are subject to availability at the time of booking.
Special Note:
• For clients’ safety and that of people, our driver-guides are not allowed to exceed a speed of 50KPH to 80 KPH on the Tarmac. These are the laws of the land.
• Game viewing from vehicles is restricted to designated tracks/ roads and driving off-road is not allowed except in specified areas; please check with your driver’s guide.
• Night driving is not allowed in the parks (from 1900hrs evening to 0600hrs in the morning), except where night game drives are permitted like in Conservancies.
• For any extra excursions or activities not included in the Itinerary that you would want to purchase
• It is illegal to own or carry government trophies (wildlife parts and products) This is in line with the heightened conservation awareness on the part of the public and increased surveillance by government agencies especially at points of entry and exit in Kenya.
• Use of drones or Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) of any size for photo taking, filming and any other purpose is not allowed in the game parks.
Below are Kenya National Park Rules and Regulations:
• Driving in the parks is allowed between 6 am and 6 pm only.
• The speed limit in the parks is 50km/hr
• Animals always have the right of way.
• Never feed animals. It will upset their diet and lead to unnecessary dependence on people.
• Keep to the authorized tracks only.
• Do not pick, cut or destroy any vegetation or remove any object of biological interest, including eggs, bones, and trophies.
• Camping is allowed only in designated sites.
• Picnicking is allowed only at designated sites.
• Do not disturb or harass wildlife in any way. Radio and music players are forbidden. Please do not imitate animal sounds, clap or pound on the vehicle or hoot. Do not throw objects to attract the animal’s attention.
• Do not litter. Keep your waste in the vehicle until it can be properly disposed later at your lodge or camp. Litter can choke or poison animals and birds.
• Do not smoke while on game drive and always dispose cigarettes carefully. A burning cigarette can start a wild fire that would cause damage to vegetation and suffering to wildlife and people.
• Do not light or cause fire to be lit. If camping, be sure to extinguish your fire carefully.
• All visitors must remain in their vehicle within 200 meters of any game animal. Leaving the vehicle in the parks is forbidden except in designated places.
• Discourage your driver from approaching the animals too close (25 meters). Lions, cheetahs and leopards are especially nervous; a vehicle can hinder their hunting or make them leave a hard earned meal. Your driver may be banned from the area and/or lose his job.
• Domestic pets are forbidden in the parks.
• It’s is not allowed to use/operate drones in any park.
Local Flight Fare Note:
• Flight fare is current and subject to change without prior notice. This is beyond our control and any increase levied will be passed to you.
• Flight fare is inclusive of domestic airport departure tax and insurance
• Baggage allowance is 15kg, which is inclusive of hand baggage
• Flight schedule is current and subject to change without prior notice. This is beyond our control and any changes will be passed to you.
Passenger Information:
• All the passengers must have an Identification Card/Passport with them throughout their travel.
• Baggage on internal flights is strictly limited to 15kgs per person (including hand luggage)
• Any excess baggage will be charged by the airline at check-in.
General Terms & Conditions:
1. Government Taxes and Levies: The rates above are inclusive of current levies & taxes as of today, however, should there be any new statutory taxes introduced and/or increase of any current levies by Government/statutory bodies the same shall be passed on to you.
2. Suppliers including game park authorities, airlines, hotels, lodges, and camps, reserve the right to revise their prices due to changes in Government taxes/levies or change of management or ownership or other unforeseeable circumstances.” If Government reviews/increases the rates for Park entry fees, all will be passed on to you
3. Luggage space: Soft-sided luggage or duffels are preferable to hard luggage for storage on safari vehicles within East Africa. Large suitcases of dimensions greater than 24″x 17″x 7″ are impossible to store in vehicles and on aircraft and should not be used. (Baggage and personal effects are at the owner’s risk throughout the tour and baggage insurance for members is strongly advised). Passengers should bring only soft-sided bags on safaris.
4. Re-routing of Itineraries due to limited space availability:
5. There may be some departures operated on a re-routed version depending on the status given, but reflecting the same experience and number of game drives.
6. Seasonal variations:
7. Some bookings might overlap between two seasons making the above seasonal quotations on accommodation NOT APPLICABLE. In such cases, please contact us for TAILOR-MADE QUOTATIONS cutting across seasons
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