Best Seller 3 Days / 2 Nights
Masai Mara National Reserve
Masai Mara Classic Safari
Kenya's most celebrated reserve — big cats, endless golden plains and the chance to witness the Great Migration.
Duration3 Days / 2 Nights
StartsNairobi
Best timeJune – October, December – March
StyleRoad or fly-in safari
Overview
About this journey
Samburu's semi-arid landscapes are home to species rarely found further south — the reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich and gerenuk. Leopard sightings along the river are a highlight, as is meeting the colourful Samburu community.
Region: Samburu National Reserve · Best time: June – October, December – March
Highlights
What you'll experience
- The Samburu Special Five
- Leopards along the Ewaso Ng'iro River
- Equator crossing stop
- Samburu cultural experiences
- Dramatic northern scenery
Itinerary
Day by day
Day 1Nairobi – Samburu
Drive north past Mount Kenya, crossing the Equator. Afternoon game drive along the river.
Day 2Full Day Samburu
Morning and afternoon drives in search of the Special Five, elephants and leopard. Optional cultural visit.
Day 3Samburu – Nairobi
Early morning game drive and return to Nairobi.
Itineraries are a guide and can be adjusted — add nights, upgrade lodges, or combine with another tour.
What's included
Inclusions & exclusions
Typically included
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Transport in a comfortable 4x4 / suitable vehicle
- Accommodation as per itinerary
- Meals as per itinerary
- Park and conservancy entry fees (as quoted)
- Bottled drinking water on safari
- Airport / hotel pick-up and drop-off
Not included
- International flights and visas
- Travel insurance
- Optional activities (e.g. balloon flights)
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses and drinks
- Anything not listed under inclusions
Final inclusions are confirmed in your personalised quote.
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