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9 Days Untamed Safari to the Hidden Northern Kenya Circuit

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9 Days Untamed Safari to the Hidden Northern Kenya Circuit

9 Days

Prices per person

Season Budget Midrange Luxury
Low seasonApril to June $3,220 $4,730 $6,220
Mid seasonNovember to March $3,590 $5,250 $7,100
High seasonJuly to October $3,900 $6,750 $8,880

Per person in USD, private safari, 2 people sharing a room. Travelling solo (own room)? Budget from $4,100; Midrange from $6,500; Luxury from $11,580. Families and groups: ask us for a quote. Prices include park and reserve fees and are confirmed with your quote. Christmas and New Year dates may carry lodge supplements.

Where you'll stay

Crowne Plaza Nairobi

Nairobi ยท 1 night

Maisha Sweetwaters Camp

Ol Pejeta ยท 1 night

Laikipia Wilderness Camp

Laikipia ยท 2 nights

iKWETA Safari Camp

Meru ยท 2 nights

Samburu Sopa Lodge

Samburu ยท 2 nights

Or similar, subject to availability. We confirm every lodge with your quote.

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Itinerary

Day 01 :
Arrival Day in Nairobi

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, you will be warmly welcomed by your safari representative and transferred to Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport for check-in. The remainder of the day will be spent at leisure, allowing you to relax and recover from your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy the hotelโ€™s facilities before having dinner and spending the night at the hotel on a half-board basis.

Overnight: Budget: Ibis Styles Nairobi ยท Midrange: Crowne Plaza Nairobi Airport ยท Luxury: Hemingways Nairobi

Meals: Half board (breakfast and dinner)

Day 02 :
Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

After breakfast, you will depart Nairobi and drive north through Kenyaโ€™s scenic countryside to Ol Pejeta Conservancy in Laikipia. Upon arrival, you will check in at Camp and enjoy lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Ol Pejeta is renowned for its successful wildlife conservation initiatives, particularly its protection of endangered black rhinos and the last two northern white rhinos. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary, where rescued chimpanzees are cared for in a protected environment.

Depending on availability and time, optional activities such as rhino tracking or a night game drive may also be arranged. Dinner and overnight will be at Camp on a full-board basis.

Overnight: Budget: The Stables ยท Midrange: Maisha Sweetwaters ยท Luxury: Tambarare Camp

Meals: Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 03 :
Ol Pejeta Conservancy to Loisaba Conservancy

After an early breakfast, you will depart Ol Pejeta and continue towards Loisaba Conservancy in the beautiful Laikipia region. Upon arrival, you will check in at Camp and enjoy lunch while taking in the spectacular views across the surrounding wilderness. In the afternoon, you will head out for your first game drive in Loisaba, a private conservancy known for its diverse wildlife and relatively uncrowded safari experiences.

You may encounter elephants, lions, leopards, cheetahs, reticulated giraffes, Grevyโ€™s zebras and, with luck, the elusive African wild dog. As the day draws to a close, you will enjoy the breathtaking African sunset before returning to camp for dinner and an overnight stay on a full-board basis.

Overnight: Budget: Ekorians Mugie Camp ยท Midrange: Laikipia Wilderness Camp ยท Luxury: Loisaba Lodo Springs

Meals: Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 04 :
Full Day in Loisaba Conservancy

You will spend the day exploring the remarkable wilderness of Loisaba Conservancy, beginning with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. Accompanied by your experienced guide, you will search for predators, elephants, rare northern species and other wildlife inhabiting the conservancy. After returning to camp for breakfast, you may enjoy some time at leisure before participating in optional activities such as a guided nature walk, camel trekking or horseback riding, subject to availability and local conditions.

In the afternoon, you will head out for another game drive to discover more of the conservancyโ€™s diverse landscapes and wildlife. Later, you may enjoy a sundowner overlooking the expansive Laikipia plains before returning to camp for dinner and an overnight stay on a full-board basis.

Overnight: Budget: Ekorians Mugie Camp ยท Midrange: Laikipia Wilderness Camp ยท Luxury: Loisaba Lodo Springs

Meals: Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 05 :
Loisaba Conservancy to Meru National Park

After breakfast, you will check out and depart Loisaba for Meru National Park, travelling through Kenyaโ€™s scenic northern and eastern landscapes. Upon arrival, you will check in at Camp and enjoy lunch before relaxing briefly at the camp. In the late afternoon, you will embark on a game drive to explore Meruโ€™s distinctive combination of open grasslands, woodland and riverine forests. The park is known for its rich biodiversity, beautiful rivers and relatively peaceful safari atmosphere.

During your drive, you may encounter elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, lions and other wildlife. Bird enthusiasts will also appreciate the parkโ€™s varied birdlife. You will return to camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay on a full-board basis.

Overnight: Budget: Murera Cottages ยท Midrange: iKWETA Safari Camp ยท Luxury: Elsa's Kopje

Meals: Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 06 :
Full Day in Meru National Park

After an early breakfast, you will set out on a morning game drive to explore more of Meru National Park and its diverse habitats. Your guide will help you search for wildlife along the riverbanks, open plains and wooded areas, offering opportunities to observe elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and, with luck, lions and leopards. You will return to camp for lunch and some time to relax before heading out for an afternoon game drive.

The parkโ€™s network of rivers and varied ecosystems also makes it an excellent destination for birdwatching and learning about the regionโ€™s natural environment. After a rewarding day in the wilderness, you will return to Camp for dinner and an overnight stay on a full-board basis.

Overnight: Budget: Murera Cottages ยท Midrange: iKWETA Safari Camp ยท Luxury: Elsa's Kopje

Meals: Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 07 :
Meru National Park to Samburu National Reserve

After breakfast, you will check out and depart for Samburu National Reserve, travelling north through the rugged landscapes of northern Kenya. Upon arrival, you will check in at Camp and enjoy lunch or some time to relax, depending on your arrival time. Later in the afternoon, you will head out for your first game drive in Samburu, a spectacular reserve characterised by dry savannah, rocky hills and the life-giving Ewaso Ngโ€™iro River.

The reserve is famous for its unique wildlife, often referred to as the Samburu Special Five: Grevyโ€™s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and Somali ostrich. You may also encounter elephants, crocodiles and a variety of bird species along the river. After the game drive, you will return to camp for dinner and an overnight stay on a full-board basis.

Overnight: Budget: Samburu Intrepids ยท Midrange: Samburu Sopa Lodge ยท Luxury: Soroi Larsen Camp

Meals: Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 08 :
Full Day in Samburu National Reserve

You will spend a full day exploring Samburu National Reserve, beginning with an early morning game drive in search of the regionโ€™s distinctive wildlife. With the guidance of your experienced safari guide, you will explore the reserveโ€™s open plains and riverine habitats while looking for Grevyโ€™s zebras, reticulated giraffes, gerenuks, Beisa oryx and other wildlife. After returning to camp for breakfast, you will have time to relax and enjoy the surrounding wilderness before lunch.

In the afternoon, you will head out for another game drive, providing further opportunities to photograph wildlife and appreciate Samburuโ€™s dramatic scenery. Depending on availability, you may also arrange an optional visit to a local Samburu community to learn about traditional customs, beadwork and pastoral lifestyles. You will return to Camp for dinner and your final overnight stay in the wilderness on a full-board basis.

Overnight: Budget: Samburu Intrepids ยท Midrange: Samburu Sopa Lodge ยท Luxury: Soroi Larsen Camp

Meals: Full board (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Day 09 :
Samburu National Reserve to Nairobi

After breakfast, you will check out and begin your return journey to Nairobi, enjoying the changing landscapes of northern Kenya along the way. Depending on your departure time and road conditions, you may have opportunities for brief scenic stops during the journey. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward international flight. This marks the end of your memorable nine-day safari through Ol Pejeta, Loisaba, Meru and Samburu, leaving you with lasting memories of Kenyaโ€™s remarkable wildlife, diverse landscapes and conservation experiences.

Overnight: N/A

Meals: Breakfast only

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9 Days Untamed Safari to the Hidden Northern Kenya Circuit
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