
Wild Circuit Safari
6 days/ 5 nights
Masai Mara & Samburu
Luxury safari itineraries offer exclusive flights between iconic destinations, staying in luxury tented camps and upscale lodges. Enjoy unmatched comfort, first-class amenities, and personalized service, all while exploring the rich wildlife and landscapes.
Highlights of the itinerary:
This safari takes you from the fertile plains of the Masai Mara to the arid beauty of Samburu, two of Kenya’s most extraordinary safari destinations. Ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and those seeking diversity and luxury.
Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara
Depart from Nairobi Wilson Airport to Masai Mara (approx. 45 minutes).
Transfer to your luxury tented camp in the heart of the Mara.
Afternoon game drive, spotting iconic wildlife like the Big Five.
Return to your camp or lodge at 6 PM for a relaxed dinner.
Day 2: Full Day in Masai Mara
The day begins with a sunrise game drive — the golden hour perfect for capturing predator activity and dramatic landscapes. Enjoy your packed breakfast in the bush.
Return to camp for lunch and enjoy downtime to review photos or rest.
After lunch, head back out for another game drive focused on framing wildlife in the soft, late-afternoon light.
Opportunities abound to photograph big cats, wildebeest herds, giraffes, and dramatic Mara skies.
Return to camp each evening for dinner and photo-sharing by the campfire.
Optional without Extra Cost: Full-day game drives can be arranged with packed meals to explore deeper parts of the reserve and follow migration paths or river crossings.
Day 3: Full day in Masai Mara
Today, you can choose any plan from below:
Plan A: Embark on a full-day game drive starting at 6 AM, with a bush breakfast and picnic lunch in Masai Mara. Return to the lodge or camp by 6 PM for dinner and overnight stay.
Plan B: Start with a sunrise game drive at 6 AM to observe predators in action. Spot wildlife like lions, leopards, rhinos, and more. Enjoy a bush breakfast around 9 AM with stunning views. Return for lunch at 12 PM and relax until 3 PM. In the afternoon, head out for an evening drive to spot more wildlife. Return to the lodge or camp by 6:30 PM for dinner and overnight.
Optional Extra: Enjoy an early morning hot air balloon ride followed by a bush breakfast with adjustment to plan A or B.
Day 4: Masai Mara to Samburu
Start the day with an early game drive, spotting lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Have a wonderful bush breakfast after your morning game drive.
Return to the camp for lunch.
A leisurely game drive in the late afternoon to spot migrating animals.
Enjoy your evening back at the camp with a delicious dinner and relaxing atmosphere.
Optional without Extra Cost: Full-day game drives can be arranged with packed meals to explore deeper parts of the Samburu park.
Day 5: Full day in Samburu
Start the day with a morning game drive in the Samburu reserve.
Have a wonderful bush breakfast and then continue your game drive in search of more adventures and wildlife.
Return back to your lodge for lunch and relaxation.
Head back for a late afternoon game drive, where you’ll be in search of Samburu’s unique wildlife species, including the rare "Samburu Special Five" (Grevy's zebra, Somali ostrich, giraffe, oryx, and gerenuk).
Return to your lodge for a lavish dinner, followed by a relaxing evening under the African stars.
Optional without Extra Cost: Full-day game drives can be arranged with packed meals to explore deeper parts of the reserve.
Day 6: Samburu to Masai Mara
A final early game drive to catch the last glimpse of Samburu’s unique fauna.
After breakfast, take a scenic flight back to Nairobi Wilson Airport (approx. 1 hour).
Arrive in Nairobi for your onward travel or departure.
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