7-Day Off the Beaten Path Luxury Kenya Safari Tour from Masai Mara to Samburu’s Wild North
This 7-day Luxury Kenya safari is designed for travelers who want more than the classic route.
It blends the predator-rich plains of the Masai Mara National Reserve, the rhino sanctuary of Lake Nakuru National Park, the misty highlands of Aberdare National Park, and the rare-species haven of Samburu National Reserve into one seamless, luxury safari circuit.
Starting and ending in Nairobi, this privately guided Kenya safari tour explores diverse ecosystems, savannah, soda lake, montane forest, and semi-arid northern wilderness.
Traveling in a pop-up roof safari minivan, you enjoy elevated wildlife viewing, comfort, and a well-paced route designed for deeper exploration beyond the usual safari circuit.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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Luxury travelers seeking less crowded safari regions
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Repeat visitors to Kenya wanting new landscapes
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Wildlife photographers seeking rare species
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Couples and honeymooners wanting exclusivity
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Travelers desiring a comprehensive Kenya safari tour
If you prefer fly-in safaris or private conservancies exclusively, we can customize accordingly.
Why This Safari Best
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Ecosystem Diversity: Savannah, alkaline lake, mountain forest, and arid north
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Wildlife Variety: Big 5 safari + Samburu Special Five species
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Strategic Routing: Smooth circular route minimizing backtracking
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Luxury Lodges: Premium comfort in remote settings
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Two-Night Stays: Deeper immersion in Mara and Samburu
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Privately Guided: Personalized pace and wildlife tracking
Tour Highlights
Big 5 game drives in Masai Mara
Rhino tracking in Lake Nakuru
Unique tree-lodge experience in Aberdare
Spot Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe in Samburu
Scenic Great Rift Valley drive
Elevated safari viewing in pop-up roof minivan
Luxury lodge stays throughout
Tour Map
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This luxury tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Day 1
Nairobi to Masai Mara – Afternoon Game Drive
Depart Nairobi after breakfast and travel through the Great Rift Valley escarpment en route to Masai Mara.
Enjoy scenic viewpoints before descending into the vast savannah plains.
Arrive at your luxury camp in time for lunch and relaxation.
In the afternoon, embark on your first Big 5 safari game drive in Masai Mara.
Search for lions, elephants, buffalo, cheetahs, and possibly leopards before returning to camp for dinner and overnight.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 270 km | 5–6 hours
Meal Plan: Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation
Amani Mara Camp
Day 2
Full-Day Safari in Masai Mara
After early breakfast, depart with picnic lunch for a full-day exploration of Masai Mara.
Track predators across open plains and visit the Mara River region (seasonal migration area).
Your privately guided safari allows flexibility for photography and extended wildlife encounters.
Return to your luxury camp in the late afternoon for dinner and overnight.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 80–120 km of game viewing | 6–8 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch (Picnic), Dinner
Accommodation
Amani Mara Camp
Day 3
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, driving through the Rift Valley floor.
Arrive in time for lunch at your luxury lodge.
In the afternoon, enjoy a game drive in Lake Nakuru, known for white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, and flamingos (seasonal).
Return to lodge for dinner and overnight.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 215 km | 4–5 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Day 4
Lake Nakuru to Aberdare National Park
After breakfast, depart north toward Aberdare National Park in Kenya’s central highlands.
Arrive at your lodge for lunch before transferring to a tree lodge overlooking a waterhole.
Spend the afternoon observing wildlife from elevated decks as elephants, buffalo, and forest species visit the waterhole.
Dinner and overnight at the lodge.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 180 km | 3–4 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Aberdare Country Club
Day 5
Aberdare to Samburu National Reserve
After breakfast, depart for Samburu National Reserve in Kenya’s northern frontier region.
The scenery gradually shifts to semi-arid landscapes dotted with acacia trees.
Arrive in time for lunch at your luxury lodge before an afternoon game drive.
Look for the “Samburu Special Five” including Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe.
Return for dinner and overnight.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 210 km | 4–5 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Ashnil Samburu Camp
Day 6
Full-Day Safari in Samburu National Reserve
Enjoy a full-day safari exploring the Ewaso Nyiro River ecosystem.
Samburu offers fewer crowds and excellent wildlife concentration around riverbanks.
Morning and afternoon game drives increase your chances of spotting lions, leopards, elephants, and rare northern species.
Return to lodge for dinner and overnight.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 70–100 km of game viewing | 6–7 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Accommodation
Ashnil Samburu Camp
Day 7
Samburu to Nairobi – Return Journey
After breakfast, depart Samburu and drive back to Nairobi, descending from Kenya’s northern plains through central highlands.
Arrive mid to late afternoon with drop-off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of your 7-day luxury Kenya safari.
Transport Distance & Time: Approx. 310 km | 5–6 hours
Meal Plan: Breakfast
Accommodation
No Accommodations ( End of the tour )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.
Rates Per Person
Rates are Per Person Sharing a Room Except for the Solo who is on Single Supplement
| Month/Season | Solo | 2 People | 3 People | 4 People | 5 People | 6 People |
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| Jan 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026 | $3010 | $3010 | $3010 | $3010 | $3010 | $3010 |