9-Day Mount Kenya & Samburu Wilderness Safari
An immersive 9-day Kenyan expedition combining the Afro-alpine slopes of Mount Kenya, the arid beauty of Samburu, and the world-renowned savannahs of the Masai Mara.
The Journey
Traverse the finest wildlife frontiers of Kenya on this 9-day luxury safari. Begin with scenic highland views beneath Mount Kenya, journey north to the rugged wilderness of Samburu to encounter the rare Special Five, and culminate on the sweeping golden plains of the Masai Mara for world-class big cat tracking and safari game drives.
Safari Highlights
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. Private transfer to your luxury boutique hotel with an evening safari orientation and dinner.
Depart Nairobi through lush pineapple and coffee plantations to Mount Kenya National Park. Afternoon nature walk and nocturnal wildlife observation at the waterhole.
Cross the Equator and descend into the dramatic dry savannah of Samburu. Afternoon game drive along the palm-fringed Ewaso Nyiro River.
Full day of morning and late afternoon game drives searching for Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffes, gerenuks, Somali ostriches, and hunting leopards.
Drive to the Laikipia plateau for a private safari in Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to the last remaining northern white rhinos and a chimpanzee sanctuary.
Board a scenic bush flight into the Masai Mara. Afternoon game drive across boundless open savannahs teeming with wildlife.
Dawn game drive tracking lion prides, cheetahs, and leopards, followed by a picnic lunch under an acacia tree and visits to the Mara River.
Morning visit to a traditional Maasai Manyatta village for ancient warrior ceremonies and beadwork traditions, followed by a final sunset game drive.
Final sunrise safari game drive, morning breakfast, and flight back to Nairobi for departure connections.
Interactive Expedition Circuit
Explore the journey route, protected national reserves, and featured luxury lodges.
- • All 8 Nights Luxury Safari Lodge & Tented Camp Stays
- • Custom 4x4 Land Cruiser with Pop-Up Roof
- • All National Park Entry Fees & Conservation Levies
- • Professional Naturalist & Certified Safari Guide
- • All Meals (Full Board) and Bottled Water on Drives
- • Airport Transfers in Nairobi
- • International Flights to Nairobi
- • Kenya eVisa Fees
- • Travel & Medical Insurance
- • Hot Air Balloon Safari (Optional)
- • Driver-Guide Gratuities
Gorilla trekking ($800 USD) and chimpanzee habituation permits are secured directly through JM Jungle Safaris' licensed UWA allocation.