Northern Treasures of Kenya 8Days Midrange Safari Adventure

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Welcome to Kenya!

On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you'll be warmly received by your Upcountry Safaris representative. Enjoy a relaxed transfer to your hotel for rest and overnight.

Accommodation: Hilton Garden Inn, Nairobi
Meals: No meals included (Dinner on own arrangement)

Day 2: Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve

After an early breakfast, depart Nairobi by road heading north past Isiolo to the rugged landscapes of Samburu National Reserve. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge before setting off for an afternoon game drive. Samburu is known for its dry semi-arid conditions and unique wildlife not commonly seen in other parts of Kenya — including the Samburu Special Five: Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk. Large predators like lions, leopards, and cheetahs also roam here.

Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Full Day in Samburu

Start early with a sunrise game drive when wildlife is most active. Return for breakfast and relax at the lodge before heading out again in the afternoon. Optionally, spend the entire day on an extended drive with packed breakfast and picnic lunch to cover deeper areas of the reserve. Keep an eye out for elephants cooling off by the river and possibly the famous lioness Kamunyak, known for adopting oryx calves.

Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Samburu – Ol Pejeta Conservancy (via Mt. Kenya)

After breakfast, journey south past the slopes of Mount Kenya to the private and highly acclaimed Ol Pejeta Conservancy. This conservancy is home to Kenya’s largest population of black rhinos, and also features chimpanzees at the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary — the only place in Kenya to see them. Enjoy lunch at camp and an afternoon game drive through the conservancy, which also protects lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and Grevy’s zebras.

Accommodation: Serena Sweetwaters Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Ol Pejeta – Lake Nakuru National Park

Enjoy a final game drive in Ol Pejeta before setting off toward Lake Nakuru, driving along the Great Rift Valley Escarpment. Stop at scenic viewpoints en route, and optionally visit Thomson Falls in Nyahururu (entry not included). Arrive at Lake Nakuru Lodge in time for lunch and embark on an afternoon game drive. Spot both white and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and possibly elusive leopards, all set against the vibrant backdrop of the lake — often lined with flamingos.

Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Lake Nakuru – Maasai Mara Game Reserve

After breakfast and a morning game drive, proceed toward the legendary Maasai Mara Game Reserve, passing through Narok, the heartland of the Maasai people. Arrive at Ashnil Mara Camp in time for lunch. Later, enjoy your first game drive in the Mara — a vast, wildlife-rich savannah where lions, elephants, and other big game roam freely.

Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Full Day in Maasai Mara

Spend a full day exploring the Mara with picnic lunch in hand. The gently rolling plains teem with wildlife: herds of buffalo, topi, eland, elephants, and (during season) the Great Wildebeest Migration. The reserve is also famed for its healthy population of big cats — lion, leopard, and cheetah. Over 450 bird species also make the Mara a birdwatcher’s delight.

Accommodation: Ashnil Mara Camp
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Optional Activities (Book in advance):

• Masai Village Visit: $25 per person

• Hot Air Balloon Safari with Champagne Breakfast: $450 per person

Day 8: Maasai Mara – Nairobi (Departure)

Rise early for a final game drive, followed by a hearty breakfast at the camp. Check out and drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon. You’ll be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your international departure flight or onward journey.
Meals: Breakfast