7-Day Samburu, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, and Lake Naivasha Safari

7-Day, 6-Night Samburu, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara, and Lake Naivasha Safari

Embark on an extraordinary 7-day, 6-night safari through Kenya, the birthplace of the safari, where dramatic landscapes and abundant wildlife await. Begin your journey in the arid beauty of Samburu National Reserve, famous for its rare species, then explore the flamingo-filled Lake Nakuru National Park. Venture into the vast Masai Mara National Reserve, renowned for the Great Migration, and unwind at Lake Naivasha with a boat ride and island walk. Supported by a private Safari Landcruiser, this tailor-made tour, led by expert guides, offers an immersive experience of Kenya’s iconic parks and reserves, home to the Big Five and beyond.

Day 1: Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
Your adventure starts at 7:00 AM with a pickup from your hotel or airport, driving north to Samburu National Reserve. Pause at the Equator for photos and a bathroom break, then continue your journey, arriving in the afternoon at Sarova Shaba Lodge. Check in for a hot meal and relaxation before your first game drive, spotting the reserve’s unique wildlife. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight on a full-board basis. Included: Transport, accommodation, all meals, game drive, park fees.

Day 2: Samburu National Reserve
Rise early for a morning game drive, tracking wild cats returning from their nocturnal hunts, then return to Sarova Shaba Lodge for a hearty breakfast. After, embark on another game drive to seek the “special five”—reticulated giraffe, beisa oryx, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, and Grevy’s zebra—amid Samburu’s striking savannahs and riverine forests. Enjoy lunch and refreshments, followed by an evening game drive at 4:00 PM until sunset. Return for dinner and overnight on a full-board basis. Included: Accommodation, all meals, game drives, park fees.

Day 3: Samburu to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, check out of Sarova Shaba Lodge, savoring the tranquil ambience, and drive to Lake Nakuru. Stop at Nyahururu Falls for a photography session and bathroom break along the scenic route. Arrive at Sarova Lionhill Lodge for lunch, then embark on an afternoon game drive, spotting zebras, buffaloes, rhinos, and hundreds of bird species, earning its title as a birdwatcher’s paradise. Return for dinner and overnight on a full-board basis. Included: Transport, accommodation, all meals, game drive, park fees.

Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve
Enjoy an early morning breakfast, then check out with a short game drive en route, driving 5 hours to Masai Mara. Stop in Narok for lunch and shopping, then enter the reserve with a game drive until evening, searching for the Big Five. Arrive at Sarova Mara Lodge for dinner and overnight on a full-board basis. Included: Transport, accommodation, all meals, game drive, park fees.

Day 5: Masai Mara Full Day
After breakfast, depart with a packed lunch for a full-day game drive in Masai Mara, ranked among the world’s best parks. Reconnect with the Big Five, wildebeests, giraffes, hyenas, and over 450 bird species across grasslands, woodlands, and acacias. The exquisite morning weather enhances this wildlife spectacle, with an optional balloon safari available at extra cost. Return at sunset to Sarova Mara Lodge for dinner and overnight on a full-board basis. Included: Accommodation, all meals, game drive, park fees.

Day 6: Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha
Rise early for breakfast, then check out and visit a Masai community ($20 extra) to experience their lives firsthand in mud-and-dung manyattas, enjoying dances and learning fire-starting skills. Drive 5 hours to Lake Naivasha, arriving at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort for lunch. Spend the afternoon swimming or relaxing, with dinner and overnight on a full-board basis. Included: Transport, accommodation, all meals, cultural visit, park fees.

Day 7: Lake Naivasha back to Nairobi
After breakfast, check out and depart for a scenic boat ride on Lake Naivasha, spotting hippos and birds, followed by a guided walking safari on Crescent Island to see zebras, hartebeests, and gazelles. Return to Nairobi with a lunch stop, arriving for a drop-off at your hotel or airport, concluding your safari with memories of Kenya’s wild beauty. Included: Transport, accommodation, all meals, boat ride, Crescent Island visit, park fees.

Pricing Per Person Sharing From:

• 2 Pax: USD 3,220

• 4 Pax: USD 2,844

• 6 Pax: USD 2,720

• 8 Pax: USD 2,660

Validity

• August to 31st October 2025

What’s Included

• Transport in Safari Landcruiser with pick up and drop at hotel of stay or airport

• 2 nights accommodation and meals on full board at Sarova Shaba

• 1 night full board accommodation at Sarova Lionhill

• 2 nights full board accommodation at Sarova Mara

• 1 night full board accommodation at Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

• Boat ride and Crescent Island visit

• Park entrance fees and comprehensive game drives

• Drinking water

• Services of a professional tour guide

What’s Excluded

• Personal items and medical covers

• Hot air balloon ($450)

• Extra meals and drinks

• Masai village fees ($20)

Contact for Bookings

• WhatsApp: +254732259003

• Call: +254793822433

• Email: bookings@evaratravelescapes.com