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7-Day Kenya Classic Wildlife & Birding Safari
Overview
7-Day Kenya Classic Wildlife & Birding Safari

Experience the ultimate Kenyan safari across four iconic destinations. Begin in Samburu’s rugged beauty with rare wildlife and river scenery. Continue to Ol Pejeta, a world-class rhino and chimpanzee sanctuary. Relax at scenic Lake Naivasha, rich in birdlife and nature. Conclude in the legendary Maasai Mara, famous for vast savannahs and thrilling big-cat action a perfectly balanced, unforgettable African adventure.
Included/Exclude
- Park fees (for non-residents)
- All activities mentioned.
- Meals (as specified)
- All accommodations mentioned (unless clearly labeled as optional upgrades)
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation [Pop up roof 4by4 - Land Cruiser]
- All Taxes/VAT
- International flights (from/to the client's home country)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips: tipping guideline of US$ 10.00 per person per day for the guide and crew Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees and other personal items)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Tour Amenities
Tour Plan
Pickup at your hotel/ airport. Enjoy a quick stop at the Equator for photos and a fun hemispheres experience on your way to Samburu. Drive north to Samburu on the south bank of the Uaso Nyiro River, downriver from Archer’s Post to arrive at the Lodge for lunch and afternoon game drive. North of the Equator some of the animals and vegetation are a little different from those commonly found south. Elephant, black rhino, lion, buffalo and cheetah and the usual buck and antelopes are common to both north and south of the equator. However unfamiliar animals are the Gravy’s zebra, the reticulated giraffe and the Somali ostrich. There is also the long neck gerenuk, Beisa Oryx, and hunting dog. Crocodiles in the river can be seen from the lodge/tented camp. The vegetation is usually dry grass with a few swampy patches. There is some forest cover along the Uaso Nyiro River and an abundance of doum palms.
Accommodation: Samburu Simba Lodge Mid-range Lodge Inside the Reserve
Meal plan: Lunch/Dinner
Note: If an accommodation is fully booked, we'll suggest a comparable alternative.
After breakfast, another day in this harshly beautiful terrain where wildlife abounds especially nears the river which is their only source of drinking water. The Uaso Nyiro River flows gently through the dry landscape sustaining life in this harsh land. You will enjoy your picnic lunch inside the reserve. Shaba National Reserve is where the famous conservationist George Adamson did his research on lions. In the Afternoon you will set out on another game drive and return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Samburu Simba Lodge Mid-range Lodge Inside the Reserve
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, check out and drive to Olpejeta sanctuary to arrive at the camp for lunch and afternoon game drive with the combination of amazing wildlife and stunning views across the open plains of Ol Pejeta guarantees an unforgettable safari experience. Ol Pejeta Conservancy is a 364sq km wildlife conservancy situated between the foothills of Mount Kenya and the Aberdares and its game-to-area ratio tops the Kenyan park and reserve league. The Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Kenya has over 10000 large mammals and it is the only park where the big 5 and chimpanzees can be seen. It is also where the fastest growing population of rhino in Africa can be found. There are southern white rhino, about 80 endangered black rhino and in a special sanctuary there are two of the world’s last remaining northern white rhino. Safari by vehicle is not the only option at Ol Pejeta. Later return to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp Luxury Camp Inside Conservancy
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Note: If an accommodation is fully booked, we'll suggest a comparable alternative.
After a morning game drive in the Ol Pejeta Conservancy, where you may encounter rhinos, lions, and the famous chimpanzees at the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, you depart for the scenic Lake Naivasha. En route, enjoy the changing landscapes of Kenya’s central highlands, from rolling savannahs to lush greenery. Upon arrival, unwind by the lake’s tranquil shores, home to hippos, a rich variety of birdlife, and stunning waterside views. The afternoon offers optional boat rides or nature walks along the lake, making this a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and unforgettable scenery before settling into your lodge for the evening.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort Mid-range Hotel
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Note: If an accommodation is fully booked, we'll suggest a comparable alternative.
After an early breakfast in Lake Naivasha, set off on a scenic drive toward the Maasai Mara, winding through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley—rolling escarpments, wide savannahs, and classic Kenyan views.
Arrive in the Maasai Mara in time for lunch at your lodge or camp. Relax, soak in the wilderness, and prepare for the adventure ahead.
Head out for an evening game drive, when the plains come alive—lions stir, elephants roam, and the Mara glows in golden light.
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Mid-range Tented camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Note: If an accommodation is fully booked, we'll suggest a comparable alternative.
Rise early for a thrilling full-game drive in the legendary Masai Mara.
After breakfast, head out in search of the Big Five, with a picnic lunch served inside the park. Visit the iconic Mara River, home to crocodiles and hippos, and witness the stage of nature’s greatest show — the Great Wildebeest Migration. Millions of wildebeest and zebras thunder across the plains, trailed closely by lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and other predators.
Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp, Mid-range Tented camp
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
After breakfast, depart the Maasai Mara and drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. Drop-off at your hotel or at the airport, marking the end of your safari.
Accommodation: No
Meal plan: Breakfast
| Start dates | Solo | 2 people | 3 people | 4 people | 5 people | 6 people |
| Jan 14, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026 | $3,794 | $2,448 | $2,102 | $2,004 | $1,887 | $1,857 |
| Apr 1, 2026 - May 31, 2026 | $3,474 | $2,334 | $1,994 | $1,892 | $1,777 | $1,745 |
| Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026 | $3,652 | $2,456 | $2,112 | $2,014 | $1,895 | $1,867 |
| Jul 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026 | $4,930 | $3,240 | $2,834 | $2,759 | $2,611 | $2,598 |
| Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 21, 2026 | $4,014 | $2,668 | $2,322 | $2,224 | $2,107 | $2,077 |
| Dec 22, 2026 - Jan 3, 2027 | $4,853 | $3,277 | $2,897 | $2,835 | $2,695 | $2,687 |