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7 Day Samburu, Aberdare, Naivasha, Nakuru & Masai Mara Safari From Nairobi
7 DaysThis 7 day Kenya safari from Nairobi combines the distinctive dry-country wildlife of Samburu with Aberdare’s highland forest, the lakes of the Great Rift Valley and the iconic savannah of the Masai Mara.
It is a strong choice for travellers who want meaningful variety within one week. You can encounter northern species in Samburu, rhinos and birdlife around Lake Nakuru, enjoy a boat or walking experience at Lake Naivasha and finish with concentrated game viewing in the Masai Mara.
The road safari starts and ends in Nairobi and can be arranged as a private tailor-made journey.
Safari at a Glance
- Duration: 7 days / 6 nights
- Starts: Nairobi
- Ends: Nairobi
- Destinations: Samburu National Reserve, Aberdare National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, Masai Mara National Reserve
- Safari style: Guided road safari with flexible private arrangements
- Pricing: Request a tailored quotation based on travel dates, group size and accommodation level
Why Choose This Safari
- Two game-viewing days in Samburu
- Aberdare forest and waterhole wildlife
- Lake Nakuru rhinos and birdlife
- Lake Naivasha boat and walking experience
- Masai Mara big-game viewing
- Private safari from Nairobi
Gordtrip Voyage Travellers can tailor this itinerary around your travel dates, preferred accommodation category and arrival or departure arrangements. Final park fees, accommodation and optional activities are confirmed in your quotation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this safari visit both Samburu and Masai Mara?
Yes. The itinerary combines Samburu in northern Kenya with the Masai Mara in the southwest.
How is Lake Naivasha experienced on this route?
The route includes time around Lake Naivasha for a boat or guided walking experience depending on the final programme and local conditions.
Is the safari suitable for first-time visitors?
Yes. It covers several very different Kenyan ecosystems and is a strong introduction to both northern and southern wildlife areas.
Where does the safari end?
The road safari returns to Nairobi for hotel, residence or airport drop-off.
Day 01 :
Nairobi to Samburu National Reserve
Meal plan: Lunch, Dinner
Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive north through the central highlands to Samburu. Arrive for lunch and an afternoon game drive along the Ewaso Nyiro River and surrounding semi-arid plains.
Day 02 :
Full Day Samburu Safari
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives looking for Samburu’s northern specialties, elephants, lions, leopards, buffalo and rich birdlife.
Day 03 :
Samburu to Aberdare National Park
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Leave Samburu after breakfast and travel south to Aberdare. Transfer to a forest or tree-lodge setting where wildlife may be observed around waterholes and forest clearings.
Day 04 :
Aberdare to Lake Nakuru National Park
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Travel into the Rift Valley and reach Lake Nakuru for a game drive. Search for black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffalo, waterbuck and diverse bird species.
Day 05 :
Lake Nakuru via Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Drive to Lake Naivasha for a boat or walking experience, then continue toward the Masai Mara. Arrive for an afternoon game drive if time allows.
Day 06 :
Full Day Masai Mara Safari
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Spend the day exploring the Masai Mara in search of lions, elephants, buffalo, cheetahs, giraffes and other plains wildlife. Visit the Mara River area and consider optional cultural or balloon activities.
Day 07 :
Masai Mara to Nairobi
Meal plan: Breakfast, Lunch
Enjoy an early game drive and breakfast before departing for Nairobi. Drop-off is available at your hotel, residence or airport.
