10 Day Kenya Wildlife Safari: Samburu, Maasai Mara & Lumo

Your Kenya safari begins with a morning flight from Nairobi to Samburu, taking you north into one of Kenya’s most distinctive wildlife regions. On arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to Soroi Samburu Lodge, set within the rugged landscapes of Samburu National Reserve. After settling in and enjoying lunch at the lodge, head out for your first afternoon game drive. Samburu is particularly rewarding for wildlife enthusiasts, with opportunities to spot rare northern species such as the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe and gerenuk, alongside elephants, lions, leopards and other classic African wildlife. As the day draws to a close, return to the lodge for dinner and your first night in the Samburu wilderness.

Spend two full days exploring the striking landscapes of Samburu National Reserve, with morning and afternoon shared game drives in open 4×4 safari vehicles. Samburu offers a rewarding contrast to Kenya’s southern safari regions. Search for northern specialists such as Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and Somali ostrich while also looking out for elephants, lions, leopards and other classic African wildlife. Between game drives, enjoy time at Soroi Samburu Lodge, relax over meals and take in the atmosphere of this remote northern wilderness. With two full days in the reserve, the pace allows plenty of time for wildlife viewing without rushing from one destination to another

After breakfast, leave Samburu behind and fly south to the legendary Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. On arrival, transfer to Soroi Private Wing, set in the heart of the Mara and overlooking a lively hippo pool. Settle into your surroundings and take in the dramatic change of scenery as Samburu’s rugged northern landscapes give way to the vast open plains of the Maasai Mara. Your first evening in the Mara introduces you to the relaxed rhythm of this remarkable wilderness, setting the stage for the wildlife experiences ahead.

Spend two unforgettable days immersed in the Maasai Mara, exploring one of the world’s most productive wildlife ecosystems on twice-daily game drives. The Mara’s open grasslands support an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes and large herds of plains game. During the Great Migration season, the reserve also becomes the stage for the spectacular movement of wildebeest and zebra across the wider Serengeti–Mara ecosystem. Your stay at Soroi Private Wing is designed to balance wildlife viewing with time to enjoy the camp and its surroundings. The supplier itinerary includes twice-daily game drives, picnic lunches, sundowners, bush dining experiences and children’s activities during these days.

Today your fly-in Kenya safari continues from the Maasai Mara to Taita Hills Airstrip via Nairobi, taking you from the famous Mara plains into the dramatic landscapes of southeastern Kenya. On arrival, transfer to Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp, your base within Lumo Community Wildlife Conservancy. After settling into camp, head out for an afternoon game drive across the conservancy. Lumo offers a noticeably quieter safari experience, with sweeping wilderness, views towards Tsavo West and excellent opportunities to encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes and plains game away from the busier safari circuits. End the day surrounded by the vast landscapes and changing evening light of Lumo Conservancy.

Enjoy two full days discovering the wilderness of Lumo Community Wildlife Conservancy, a community-run conservation area bordering Tsavo West National Park. Game drives take you through open plains, bushland and dramatic landscapes where elephants, buffaloes, lions, giraffes, antelope and an impressive variety of birdlife can be encountered. Unlike some of Kenya’s busier safari destinations, Lumo offers a quieter and more intimate wildlife experience, making these final safari days a rewarding contrast to Samburu and the Maasai Mara. Your stay at Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp places you right within the wilderness, with comfortable tented accommodation, private facilities and sweeping views towards the surrounding Tsavo landscape.

Wake to your final morning in the Kenyan wilderness and enjoy breakfast before heading out for one last game drive through Lumo Conservancy. Take in the scenery and enjoy a final opportunity to spot wildlife before returning for your transfer to Taita Hills Airstrip. Board your scheduled flight back to Wilson Airport in Nairobi, marking the end of an extraordinary 10-day journey through three very different sides of Kenya, the rugged northern wilderness of Samburu, the legendary wildlife plains of the Maasai Mara and the secluded landscapes of Lumo Conservancy.