7 Days Safari Samburu, Aberdares, Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara.

Start/End: Nairobi
Parks Visited: Samburu, Aberdare National Park, Lake Nakuru, Masai Mara
Ideal For: Wildlife enthusiasts, couples, photographers, and those looking for a well-rounded Kenyan experience
Type: Private or group road safari (customizable to fly-in/fly-out)
Day 1: Nairobi → Samburu National Reserve
Depart Nairobi early and drive north through the central highlands to Samburu.
Scenic views of Mount Kenya en route.
Afternoon game drive: Look for unique “northern species” — Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, and oryx.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.
Suggested Stay: Samburu Sopa Lodge, Ashnil Samburu, or Sarova Shaba

Day 2: Full Day in Samburu
Morning and afternoon game drives along the Ewaso Nyiro River.
Great chance to see elephants, lions, and leopards cooling off near the riverbanks.
Optional cultural visit to a Samburu village.

Day 3: Samburu → Aberdare National Park
After breakfast, drive to Aberdare region.
Lunch at the base hotel (e.g., Outspan or Aberdare Country Club).
Afternoon transfer to a tree lodge inside the park — ideal for viewing nocturnal wildlife from viewing decks.
Suggested Stay: The Ark Lodge or Treetops Lodge

Day 4: Aberdare → Lake Nakuru National Park
Breakfast and depart via the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru.
Afternoon game drive in the park: home to flamingos, white rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, and possibly leopards.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
uggested Stay: Lake Nakuru Lodge, Flamingo Hill Camp, or Ziwa Bush Lodge

Day 5: Lake Nakuru → Maasai Mara
Scenic drive to the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s most famous game reserve.
Arrive in time for lunch and a short rest.
Afternoon game drive to spot big cats, elephants, and buffalos in the vast plains.
Suggested Stay: Mara Sopa Lodge, Zebra Plains Camp, or Basecamp Explorer

Day 6: Full Day in Maasai Mara
Full-day safari with picnic lunch — track wildlife near the Mara River or go off-road for great sightings.
Optional hot air balloon safari at sunrise (extra cost).
Visit a local Maasai village to experience the local culture (optional).

Day 7: Maasai Mara → Nairobi
Early morning game drive (optional), followed by breakfast.
Drive back to Nairobi with lunch en route.
Drop-off at hotel or airport in the late afternoon/early evening.