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Overview
This 11-day luxury fly-in safari offers an exclusive 'off the beaten track' exploration of Kenya’s diverse wilderness, from the Laikipia Plateau with its unique camel safaris, to Samburu National Reserve's special northern species, rhino tracking in Sera Wildlife Conservancy, and culminating in the iconic Masai Mara. It's designed for discerning travelers seeking authentic adventure, conservation insights, and stays in premier luxury lodges and camps with seamless air transfers.
Tour Suitability:
- Traveler Profile: Ideal for experienced luxury travelers, adventure seekers, photographers, and those passionate about conservation and unique cultural encounters.
- Pace of Travel: Relaxed yet adventurous, utilizing fly-in transfers to access remote and exclusive areas, with multiple nights in each location for in-depth experiences.
- Interests: Walking safaris with camels in Laikipia, tracking black rhinos in Sera, encountering Samburu's 'Special Five', Big Five viewing in Masai Mara, and learning about local conservation efforts.
- Comfort Level: Luxury to Luxury+, featuring stays at unique properties like Tumaren Camp, Elephant Bedroom Camp, Saruni Rhino Lodge, and Kilima Camp.
- Focus: An unparalleled journey into Kenya's varied landscapes, emphasizing unique activities, conservation, cultural immersion, and top-tier luxury.
Key Tour Highlights
- Laikipia Camel Safari Experience: Two full days of adventurous walking safaris in Laikipia, supported by camels and led by experienced local guides, exploring areas inaccessible by vehicles.
- Samburu's Unique Wildlife: Discover the rare species of Samburu National Reserve, including Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe.
- Sera Conservancy Rhino Tracking: Experience the thrill of tracking black rhinos on foot in the pioneering Sera Wildlife Conservancy.
- Masai Mara Wildlife Spectacle: Conclude with classic game drives in the legendary Masai Mara, home to abundant predators and the Great Migration.
- Exclusive Luxury Accommodations: Stay at unique and high-end camps like Tumaren Camp, Elephant Bedroom Camp, Saruni Rhino Lodge, and Kilima Camp.
- Seamless Fly-In Itinerary: Light aircraft flights connect Nairobi to Laikipia, Samburu to Sera (or nearest airstrip), and Sera to Masai Mara, maximizing your time on safari.
Accommodation Style
Indulge in an exceptional and varied safari experience. Stays include Tumaren Camp in Laikipia for an authentic tented camel safari experience, Elephant Bedroom Camp in Samburu for riverside luxury, the rustic yet exclusive Saruni Rhino Lodge in Sera for rhino tracking, and Kilima Camp for stunning Mara views. Each offers a unique blend of adventure, comfort, and immersion in nature.
Featured Destinations & Attractions
- Laikipia Plateau: Miles of unfenced wilderness offering camel-supported walking safaris, diverse wildlife, and spectacular scenery.
- Samburu National Reserve: Known for its arid landscapes and the 'Samburu Special Five' along the Ewaso Nyiro River.
- Sera Wildlife Conservancy: A pioneering community conservancy offering unique black rhino tracking experiences and visits to the Reteti Elephant Orphanage (optional).
- Masai Mara National Reserve: World-famous for its high concentration of wildlife, the Big Five, and the Great Wildebeest Migration.
Itinerary
Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi, a local representative will meet you and transfer you to Wilson Airport for your light aircraft flight to Nanyuki, Laikipia. Enjoy amazing aerial views en route. You will be met by your guide and driven to your first campsite. Laikipia offers vast wilderness and abundant wildlife. (Meals: Lunch & Dinner, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Tumaren Camp or similar mid-range/luxury tented camp for walking safaris.
Embark on a two-day walking safari, fully supported by camels and led by experienced Maasai, Samburu, and Turkana guides. Explore breathtaking landscapes, track animals on foot, and climb hills for phenomenal views. Typically walk for three hours in the morning and a couple in the afternoon. Relax at camp, swim in a river, or enjoy a siesta. Evenings are for meals cooked over coals under the stars. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Tumaren Camp (mobile fly camp style) or similar.
Say goodbye to your walking guides and camels. You'll be driven north into Samburuland. For the next two nights, stay at a lodge on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River in Samburu National Reserve or in the Kalama Community Wildlife Conservancy. Leopards are often seen here, and the river attracts elephants. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Elephant Bedroom Camp or similar luxury tented camp.
Enjoy a full day exploring this stunning region with morning, afternoon, and optional night game drives (conservancy dependent) and walking safaris with professional Samburu guides. Samburu hosts lions, leopards, elephants, and unique northern Kenyan species. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Elephant Bedroom Camp or similar luxury tented camp.
This morning, you will be driven to the wild northern frontier of Kenya to Saruni Rhino in the Sera Community Conservancy. Saruni Rhino offers East Africa's first rhino tracking experience. Settle into your lodge. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Saruni Rhino Lodge or similar luxury lodge (rustic facilities focus on experience).
Enjoy a full day of game drives and black rhino tracking on foot in the sanctuary, accompanied by an expert Saruni guide and a highly-trained Sera ranger. You can also visit the Reteti Elephant Orphanage (optional, extra cost) or the 'Fifty Wells' (Kisima Hamsini) where pastoralists water their livestock. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Saruni Rhino Lodge or similar luxury lodge.
This morning, you will be driven to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to the Masai Mara. Upon arrival, a representative will meet you and drive you to your luxury safari lodge or camp for a three-night stay. This afternoon, head out on your first game drive on the plains of the Masai Mara. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Kilima Camp or similar luxury tented camp.
Spend two full days with morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara National Reserve. This iconic reserve offers amazing wildlife viewing, and you're likely to see zebras, impalas, gazelles, wildebeest, buffalos, rhinos, elephants, lions, cheetahs, and leopards. (Meals: All meals included, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: Kilima Camp or similar luxury tented camp.
After breakfast, check out and be driven to the airstrip for your light aircraft flight to Nairobi. If your international flight departs late, a car and driver can be arranged for afternoon city excursions (Giraffe Centre, Karen Blixen Museum, shopping, or Sheldrick Wildlife Trust visit - optional, extra costs). Your driver will then transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) for your flight home. (Meals: Breakfast, Drinks not included)
Accommodation: No accommodation (End of tour).
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions
- Professional guide
- Activities (as written in the itinerary)
- Entry fee
- Taxes
- A bottle of drinking water
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions
- Meals and drinks
- Personal expenses
- Tips and gratuities
- Visas