African Citril Safaris
Highlights of Kenya — Kenya
Kenya

Highlights of Kenya

6 Days / 5 Nights

Overview

A perfectly paced introduction to Kenya for first-time safari-goers. In six days you will experience the diversity of Kenyan wildlife across three distinct ecosystems — the dry semi-arid north at Samburu, the Rift Valley lakes, and the legendary Masai Mara. Our experienced guides ensure you see and understand as much as possible within a compact timeframe.

Itinerary
Day 1Nairobi / Samburu
1 / 6

Arrive in Nairobi and fly or drive to Samburu National Reserve. Check in to camp and enjoy an afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Ng'iro River.

Day 2Samburu National Reserve
2 / 6

Full day in Samburu with morning and sunset game drives. Look for the Northern Specials — species found nowhere else in Kenya — and the large elephant herds that congregate along the river.

Day 3Lake Nakuru
3 / 6

Fly south to Lake Nakuru. Afternoon game drive in the national park, famous for its flamingos, rhino sanctuary, and tree-climbing lions. Overnight at lakeside lodge.

Day 4Masai Mara
4 / 6

Transfer west to the Masai Mara. Arrive in time for an evening game drive across the open plains. Check in to your tented camp overlooking the savannah.

Day 5Masai Mara
5 / 6

Full day in the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. The Mara offers year-round exceptional game viewing — predator sightings, elephant herds, and vast plains teeming with resident wildlife.

Day 6Nairobi / Departure
6 / 6

Morning game drive then fly back to Nairobi for your international connection. Optional half-day city tour of Nairobi if your flight allows.