Big Five Safari Kenya

This safari begins with a layover night at Nairobi the capital city of Kenya, three nights at the Northern frontier of Samburu backtracking, another three nights at Meru National Park and winding down at Ol Pejeta Conservancy and Sweet Waters Chimpanzee Sanctuary.

 Samburu National Reserve is 90km north of Mt Kenya and about 360km North of Nairobi. It is situated on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River, a Samburu name, meaning the "River of Brown water". This means plenty of water, trees and shade to attract wildlife. Samburu Reserve would be incomplete without a visit to the hippo pools where large numbers of Big –five Elephants wallow in the cooling muds of the River. Ewaso Nyiro River is favorite spot for prides of Lion to rest in the shade. There is also stunning birdlife with are recorded species of over 400. The Samburu complex is also home to Samburu herdsmen who can be seen driving their herds through the dust, dressed in striking red blankets and carrying spears.

Meru National Park is situated in the old Northern Frontier District, straddling the equator and bisected by 13 rivers and numerous mountain-fed streams. This park is wild and one of the most beautiful parks in Kenya. A green paradise compared to the dry savannah of Kenya's parks, this was the wilderness into which George & Joy Adamson released Elsa the lioness, creating the much-loved film 'Born Free'. It has diverse scenery from woodlands to wide-open plains, meandering riverbanks, hilly landscapes and rich grey alluvial volcanic soil deposits. Three large rivers border the reserve: the River Tana to the South, River Ura to the South-west and the Rojeweru to the East.

The Ol Pejeta Conservancy – a 90,000-acre private wildlife conservancy – is situated on the equator, in Kenya's Laikipia District, between the foot hills of the Aberdares and the magnificent snow-capped Mount Kenya. The Ol Pejeta Conservancy boasts an astounding variety of animals, including the Big Five (the endangered black and white rhino , leopard, elephant, buffalo and lion), Grevy’s zebra, Jackson’s hartebeest, cheetah and chimpanzee. The combination of amazing wildlife and stunning views across the open plains of Ol Pejeta guarantees an unforgettable safari experience. As a safe and secure private sanctuary, the Ol Pejeta Conservancy can guarantee a hassle-free safari experience with amazing wildlife viewing on good all-weather roads. The Ol Pejeta Conservancy is only 3.5 hours drive from Nairobi. The Ol Pejeta Conservancy’s main gate is 14 kilometers from the equator turnoff, just before Nanyuki town.

Day 1: Arrival – Layover at Nairobi
Our representative will meet you at JKIA upon your arrival transferring you to your layover hotel for the night.

Day 2: Nairobi - Meru National Park
Our representative will pick you from your hotel and brief you on the safari before you proceed to Meru National Park. It’s ideal for those looking for something off the-beaten-track and is well known for its bird life, riverine and forest as well as the dry arid species. Dinner and overnight stay at Elsa Kopje Lodge

Day 3 & 4: Meru National Park
We spend a full day in the Meru – Bisinadi Park. Game viewing in Meru includes large herds of Buffalo, Bushbuck, Duiker, Eland, Elephant, Gazelle, Genet, Giraffe, Hartebeest, Impala, Kudu, Waterbuck and Grevy Zebra. Expect to see Baboons, Hyena, Jackal, Kudu, Lion, Mongoose, Oryx, Oribi, Vervet Monkeys and Warthog. You may see Wild dog, Bush baby, Caracal, Cheetah, Civet, Dik-dik, Leopard, Otter, Bush pig, Porcupine, Black and White Rhino. The rivers abound with Hippo and Crocodile. Birdlife includes Peter's fin foot which inhabits the Murera and Ura Rivers, the Pel's Fishing Owl, Kingfishers, Rollers, Bee-eaters, Starlings and numerous Weavers. Dinner and overnight stay at Elsa Kopje Lodge

Day 5: Meru – Samburu Game Reserve
An option of indulging in a pre-breakfast game drive before going back to the loodge for a sumptuous breakfast. After breakfast, check out and drive to Samburu National reserve through the busy Isiolo town. Arriving in time for lunch at Sarova Samburu Game Lodge.

Approximate time of transit {3 - 4hrs}

Day 6 & 7: Full day at Samburu Game Reserve
Pre – breakfast game drive, spending the morning session a own leisure swimming at the hotels pool or simply reading a page turner. An afternoon game drive will introduce us to the animals which are indigenous to this area; the Reticulated Giraffe, Grevy's Zebra and the Somali Ostrich. Lions are also frequently seen on the riverbanks, as well as Cheetah and the elusive Leopard. All meals and overnight stay at Sarova Samburu Game Lodge

Day 8: Samburu – Ol Pejeta Conservancy & Sweet Waters Sanctuary
After breakfast, check out and drive through the northern part of the reserve viewing game as we proceed to Ol Pejeta Conservancy to arrive in time for lunch. An afternoon game drive within the conservancy which includes a free visit to a chimpanzee sanctuary  Dinner and overnight at Serena Sweet Waters Tented Camp Approximate time of transit {2.5hrs}

Day 9: Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Full day
Spend full day exploiting game viewing opportunities in this haven of vast land habitation of various wildlife species. All meals at Serena Sweet Waters Tented Camp 

Day 10: Ol Pejeta Conservancy – Nairobi
An option of indulging in a pre-breakfast game drive to maximize your safari experience.

After breakfast, exit the park for Nairobi with lunch en-route at own cost arriving in the afternoon with a drop off to your city hotel or airport – End of services. Approximate time of transit {4hrs}