DAY 1 : NAIROBI TO SAMBURU GAME RESERVE

Your Kenyan safari begins with a morning pickup at 07:00AM from your Nairobi hotel or airport, followed by a scenic drive to the north through Central Kenya’s fertile highlands. Enjoy views of lush tea and coffee plantations as you journey toward the arid and rugged region of Samburu Game Reserve. This reserve is located on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, where wildlife gathers for water in this dry, remote habitat. Upon arrival, check in to your lodge or camp and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch.

Spend the early afternoon relaxing in the peaceful surroundings and soaking in views of the wilderness. In the late afternoon at around 4PM, head out for your first game drive across the Samburu savannah. Keep your eyes peeled for the “Samburu Special Five”: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk. The sparse vegetation makes wildlife easy to spot, and this region is a great place to see elephants and big cats. Return to your lodge for a hot dinner and overnight stay beneath the star-filled Samburu sky.

Your Destination: Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation : Samburu Simba Lodge.
Included Meals : Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 2 : FULL DAY IN SAMBURU GAME RESERVE

Wake to the sounds of the wild and enjoy breakfast at your lodge before setting out for a morning game drive. Samburu’s landscape of rolling hills and riverine forests offers a stark and striking contrast to the more well-known parks. This region is not only rich in unique wildlife but also provides exceptional birdwatching opportunities, with over 450 species recorded. Explore the different ecological zones of the park while your guide helps track lions, cheetahs, leopards, and elephants.

Return to the lodge around midday for a hot lunch and a chance to relax during the heat of the day. You may choose to enjoy a siesta, lounge by the pool, or simply enjoy the serenity of nature. In the late afternoon at 4PM, embark on another game drive, this time with the possibility of spotting nocturnal creatures stirring before dusk. As the sun sets, return to camp, where a hearty dinner awaits. Enjoy your second night in the wilds of Samburu, surrounded by the sounds of Africa.

Your Destination: Samburu National Reserve
Accommodation : Samburu Simba Lodge.
Included Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 3 : SAMBURU to LAKE NAKURU NATIONAL PARK

After breakfast at 7:00 AM, check out and depart Samburu, heading south toward Lake Nakuru National Park. Stop at the Equator just before Nyahururu for photos and a demonstration of the Coriolis effect, a fun geographical moment. Continue to Nyahururu for a another stop at the amazing Thomson’s Falls, a 74-meter cascade that plunges into a forested gorge, a perfect spot to stretch and take in the views. Proceed through the Rift Valley, arriving at Lake Nakuru around midday.

Check in at your lodge and enjoy a well-deserved lunch, followed by rest and leisure. If you’re feeling energetic, head out for an evening game drive. Lake Nakuru is famous for its pink flamingos, white and black rhinos, and the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe. Alternatively, the game drive can be scheduled for the next morning, allowing more time to relax after a long drive on this day. Dinner will be served at the lodge, where you’ll stay overnight amid acacia woodlands and lakeside views.

Your Destinations: Lake Nakuru National Park.
Accommodation : Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.
Included Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 4 : LAKE NAKURU to MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE

After breakfast at around 7:30 AM, check out and begin your journey to the legendary Masai Mara Game Reserve. The drive takes you through the stunning Rift Valley and the fertile Mau Highlands, with panoramic views of Kenya’s agricultural heartland. You’ll pass remote villages and scenic farmlands before descending into the vast plains of the Mara. Arrive at your lodge or tented camp in time for lunch and a short rest. In the late afternoon, set out for your first game drive in the Masai Mara.

Masai Mara Game Reserve is world-renowned for its concentration of wildlife, including lions, leopards, elephants, and cheetahs. During July, the Great Migration may be underway, bringing huge herds of wildebeest and zebras from the Serengeti on the Tanzania side. The open savannah makes for excellent photography and game viewing. Return to camp as the day winds down, with time to freshen up before a delicious dinner. Overnight stay in the heart of Kenya’s most iconic reserve.

Your Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation : Masai Mara Sopa Lodge.
Included Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 5 : FULL DAY IN MASAI MARA GAME RESERVE

Enjoy an early breakfast before setting out for a full-day game drive with picnic lunch boxes packed by your lodge. Explore the rolling grasslands and acacia-dotted plains of the Masai Mara in search of the Big Five. During the migration season, the Mara is alive with drama as thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross the Mara River, braving crocodile-infested waters. Your experienced guide will take you to different areas of the park to maximize your chances of wildlife sightings, from hippos at the Mara river to lion prides resting in the shades.

Lunch is enjoyed picnic-style in the wild under a tree, an unforgettable bush experience. Return to your lodge in the late afternoon around 4PM and 5PM and relax after a full day of adventure. If time allows, you may visit a nearby Maasai village for an optional cultural experience to learn about their customs and traditions. Enjoy dinner and your final overnight stay in the Mara under the African stars.

Optional Activity on this day : Hot Air Balloon Ride or Maasai Village Cultural Experience!

You can take to the skies with a hot air balloon ride safari that will see you soar above all of the action. A hot air balloon ride safari experience in the Masai Mara is a truly unforgettable adventure. Your hot air balloon safari typically begins before dawn, as you gather at the launch site within the Masai Mara Reserve. As the sun starts to rise, you’ll watch the balloon being inflated and prepared for flight, creating an exciting atmosphere as anticipation builds.

Another activity is the Maasai Village Tour experience, this optional activity promises to immerse you in the rich heritage and traditions of the Maasai people. You will have the opportunity to engage with the Maasai community, learn about their customs, traditions, and daily life. Experience traditional Maasai dances and participate in interactive activities. The Maasai people are known for their vibrant culture, adorned in colorful attire and intricate beadwork.

Your Destination: Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation : Masai Mara Sopa Lodge.
Included Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 6 : MASAI MARA to LAKE NAIVASHA

Start the morning with a relaxed breakfast before checking out at around 8:00 AM. Depart the Masai Mara and travel east to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake nestled in the Great Rift Valley. The journey takes you through a mix of rural landscapes and charming small towns. Arrive at your lodge by midday and settle in for lunch, followed by a restful afternoon.

In the evening, an optional boat ride on the lake is highly recommended to spot hippos, fish eagles, and other birdlife as you glide across the calm waters. You may also enjoy a guided walk at the nearby wildlife sanctuary, where you can safely stroll among zebras, giraffes, and gazelles. Lake Naivasha is a perfect place to unwind after the excitement of the Masai Mara. Return to the lodge for dinner and a quiet evening by the lakeshore. Overnight stay at Lake Naivasha.

Your Destination: Lake Naivasha
Accommodation : Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge.
Included Meals : Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner.

DAY 7 : LAKE NAIVASHA to NAIROBI

Begin your final day with a relaxed breakfast by the lake, enjoying the serene morning views. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can take an optional visit to Hell’s Gate National Park, famous for its dramatic gorges, geothermal features, and opportunities for cycling and hiking among wildlife (entry fee extra). At around 9:00 or 10:00 AM, check out and start your drive back to Nairobi.

The drive from Naivasha to Nairobi takes about 2–3 hours depending on traffic and includes scenic views of the Rift Valley escarpment. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or directly at the airport depending on your departure plans. Reflect on the unforgettable experiences of your 7-day safari adventure across Kenya’s top wildlife destinations. Thank you for choosing to explore Kenya’s natural beauty, “Karibu Tena” (Welcome Again)!

Your Destination: Nairobi
Included Meals : Breakfast.

Price & Inclusions:

Prices are in USD, per person sharing and include all taxes subject to change.

Our rates include

• 6 Night accommodation as per program.
• Activities according to programme.
• Meals according to programme.
  
• Airport transfers.
• 1 Ltr Bottle drinking water every day.
• Park Entrance fees.
• Transportation based on options : 7 Seater safari van with customized pop-up Roof or 4X4 JEEP/ Safari Land Cruiser.
• Luggage porterage.
• A professional driver/guide.
• Vehicle & Driver park fee.
• Taxes as VAT or bed Levy are included at the rate applicable at the time the costing is done and can change without notice.

Our rates exclude

• International flights.
• Maasai Mara village visit.
• Balloon safari in Maasai Mara.
• Alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks
• Tips and personal expenses.
• Visa Fees.
• Travel Insurance.
• Unless otherwise indicated, our rates do not include the entrance fees for parks or game reserves. They are to be settled by the clients directly at the entrance.

Terms and Conditions:

Payment Conditions

Explorers Wild Adventures accepts no responsibility for the progress of the confirmed services in the case of non-compliance to the following conditions of payment. The company recommends that you secure your booking  with a deposit of at least 30% of quotation to confirm the safari with the full balance of payment being due to Explorers Wild Adventures 25 days prior to departure date. Upon receipt of final payment the company will issue all relevant travel documents with fully confirmed status.

Cancellation Policy

Following your confirmation of the file, cancellation will result in the invoicing of cancellation fees according to the following schedule. Please note that we have no choice but to be very strict in the application of this clause. Several establishment in Africa apply cancellation clauses far stricter than ours, particularly in the event of an entire group cancelling. Where this is the case their clauses will apply rather than ours.

All cancellations must be made in writing to Explorers Wild Adventures. Please ensure you receive written confirmation that your cancellation has been received by us. All cancellations will be charged a cancellation penalty depending on the number of days before tour departure as shown above.

General Conditions

• According to the current use in our destinations, check-in in the hotels takes place from 14h00 and check-out before 11h00 in the morning.
• Quotation established subject to availability of hotels (and flights when applicable) following your confirmation.
• Except if otherwise indicated in our proposal, the validity of all rates exclude Peak Season. During Peak Season (Easter and Christmas/New Year) a supplement of aprox. 25 USD per person per day must be added. Exact supplement available on request.
• Taxes currently 14% but might resuly in price revisions in the case of fluctuations in the applicable rates.
• Our rates do not include personal extras and expenses, gratuities, or insurance for repatriation assistance, luggage or cancellation.
• Our rates do not include entrance visas (Kenya: 50 USD, Tanzania: 50 USD . Consult your nearest Embassy for details).
• International, domestic and regional flights in the programme are not included in the rates, except if otherwise specified in the quote.
• Our rates do not include airport taxes.
• Ground transport according to program (refer Transport).
• Guiding according to program (refer Guides).
• Services according to programme.

Important Information.

a). Specific accommodation described may not always be available. In the event of this happening, Explorers Wild Adventures will always recommend comparable alternative accommodation. It is then the decision of the traveller to accept or decline this alternative accommodation prior to committing to the deposits and pre-payments.

b). Tour costs are based on all known costs at the date of quotation. Any significant changes beyond the control of Explorers Wild Adventures will be passed onto travellers. Once a final quotation has been given by Explorers Wild Adventures and the same has been accepted on behalf of the client and the tour arrangement has been paid for as per our payment terms, then no additional charges and/or surcharges will be levied.

c). Explorers Wild Adventures reserves the right to alter any arrangements due to local conditions. Explorers Wild Adventures also retains the right to refuse any person from participating on or continuing on any tour for any reason or if that person causes or is deemed to cause hazard or inconvenience to other passengers or to Explorers Wild Adventures.

d). The company will not be responsible for any lost or delayed baggage, resulting from travel with an international scheduled airline.

e). Generally travellers in Africa using charter aircraft services to facilitate travel from one destination to another are limited to a baggage allowance of 33lbs/(15kgs) per passenger. This includes camera equipment and carry on baggage. It is important that this baggage is packed in lightweight duffel type bags.

f). Generally travellers in Africa using charter aircraft services to facilitate travel from one destination to another are limited to a baggage allowance of 33lbs/(15kgs) per passenger. This includes camera equipment and carry on baggage. It is important that this baggage is packed in lightweight duffel type bags.

g). Should guests know and inform the company in advance that they will be carrying baggage in excess of the given limit, Explorers Wild Adventures will quote the extra costs involved.

h). Explorers Wild Adventures is not responsible for any changes in airline schedules, airfares, cancellations, loss or damage to baggage and overbooking. All claims for any loss or injury suffered on any airline must be made directly with the airline involved.