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Northern Wilds & Great Plains

Northern Wilds & Great Plains

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Overview

Enjoy a private budget safari from Nairobi through Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru, and the Masai Mara. This 9-day itinerary includes private game drives, the Samburu Special Five, chimpanzees, northern white rhinos, anti-poaching dog experiences, and two nights in the Masai Mara. With private travel, attentive guiding and comfortable budget accommodation, this safari gives you time to follow the day’s wildlife activity while experiencing Kenya’s wild north, Rift Valley and celebrated plains.

Samburu: Two nights in northern Kenya’s rugged wilderness, searching for rare northern species and classic savannah wildlife.

Ol Pejeta: Two nights focused on wildlife and conservation, including chimpanzees, northern white rhinos and anti-poaching dogs.

Lake Nakuru: A scenic Rift Valley park known for black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes and birdlife.

Masai Mara: Two nights in Kenya’s famous Big Five reserve, with an afternoon game drive and a full day of exploration.

Private safari experience: Flexible game drives shaped around your interests and the day’s wildlife activity.

Comfortable budget stays: A budget Nairobi hotel, safari lodges and camps selected for value and location.

Great Migration season: Travel during the relevant season for possible migration encounters, subject to wildlife movements.

Itinerary

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Nairobi
Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi — Time to Settle In

Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your Pita Safaris representative, and transfer to your budget hotel in Nairobi. Optional Nairobi activities may be arranged.

ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Samburu National Reserve
Day 2: Nairobi to Samburu — Into Kenya’s Wild North

Drive north to Samburu National Reserve. Check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive.

Samburu Simba Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 3: Full-Day Samburu Game Drive — The Art of Looking Closely

Spend a full day on game drives in Samburu. Search for the Special Five, elephants, predators, and birdlife along the Ewaso Ng’iro River.

Samburu Simba Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Day 4: Samburu to Ol Pejeta — Wildlife With a Conservation Story

Travel from Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Enjoy an afternoon game drive and visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary.

Comfort Gardens Ol Pejeta
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 5: Ol Pejeta — Northern White Rhinos & Conservation Dogs

Enjoy a morning game drive, visit Najin and Fatu, then enjoy a late afternoon game drive and anti-poaching dog unit interaction.

Comfort Gardens Ol Pejeta
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 6: Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru — Into the Great Rift Valley

Travel from Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park. Check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive.

Lake Nakuru Lodge
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 7: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara — Towards the Great Plains

Travel from Lake Nakuru to the Masai Mara. Check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive.

Enkorok Mara Camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Day 8: Full-Day Masai Mara Game Drive — Follow Your Curiosity

Spend a full day on game drives in the Masai Mara. Search for the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and birdlife.

Enkorok Mara Camp
Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Day 9: Masai Mara to Nairobi — Return Transfer

After breakfast, check out and return to Nairobi for JKIA or hotel drop-off. No morning game drive is scheduled.

No overnight stay
Breakfast and lunch
Wildlife

Wildlife Experience


Key reserves, habitats, and wildlife encounters on this safari route

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit


The ideal months for wildlife viewing and safari experiences in East Africa

Inclusions

Comfortable budget accommodation as specified in the itinerary

Full-board meals as indicated in the itinerary

Private safari transportation in a 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof

Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver

Private game drives as outlined in the itinerary

All applicable Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park and Masai Mara National Reserve fees

Scheduled Ol Pejeta conservation activities, including the Chimpanzee Sanctuary visit where available

Nairobi airport and scheduled hotel transfers

Bottled drinking water during safari

Government taxes and statutory levies

Exclude

International and domestic flights unless specified

Kenya visa and travel documentation

Travel insurance and personal medical expenses

Alcoholic and other personal beverages

Laundry and other personal expenses

Tips and gratuities

Optional Nairobi excursions

Optional Maasai cultural village visit

Other optional activities not included in the itinerary

Additional accommodation before or after the safari

Accommodation upgrades or additional nights

Other services, activities or expenses not specifically listed as included

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