Samburu and Maasai Mara Safari
A magical Kenyan encounter for couples combining Kenya's capital city Nairobi with an unforgettable fly-in safari in Kenya's northern frontier and its famous Maasai Mara. At the right time of year, the journey may even be enriched with the arrival of the wildebeest migration. Be blown away by a bucket-list breakfast. At Giraffe Manor you will enjoy your eggs and bacon whilst feeding the giraffes poking their necks through the windows. More adventure beckons at the luxurious Moroccan themed, Sasaab Lodge. Encounter unique northern species such as Grevy's zebra and Gerenuk antelope and unique safari activities such as camel rides, quad-biking and walking safaris.
Cap off your Kenyan safari at Sala's Camp in the Maasai Mara game reserve. Expect an authentic, tented safari experience with hospitality and fine dining, as well as incomparable safari encounters with the Mara's famous inhabitants.
Day by Day summary
- Starts - Catch your overnight flight from JFK to Nairobi International
- 1 night - Giraffe Manor, Nairobi, Kenya
- 3 nights - Sasaab, Samburu & Shaba, Kenya
- 3 nights - Sala's Camp, Maasai Mara, Kenya
- Ends - Transfer to Nairobi International for your international flight home
At a glance
- Kenya
- 7 Nights
- City
- Safari
Tailormade itineraries
Every Mahlatini trip is custom created to your exact travel wishes – no readymade tours or set departures. Get in touch with our experts to start creating your bespoke itinerary.
Guide Price
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Highlights
- Luxury camps in partnership with the local communities
- Hot air balloon safaris and meals out in the savannah
- Learn the customs of the Maasai and Samburu
- Experience the Great Wildebeest Migration (in season)
- Get up close and personal with a Rothschilds Giraffe
Day-by-day
Our trips are unashamedly high-end but always deliver excellent value for money. Our guide price covers the majority of trip costs upfront, on a per person basis, including international flights and all transfers.
Includes
- Accommodation as specified
- Meals as specified
- Drinks (excluding premium brands)
- Light aircraft transfers as detailed in the itinerary
- All scheduled safari activities offered by the camps or lodges
- Road transfers as detailed in the itinerary
- National Parks and conservation entry fees
- Carbon-offsetting with One Tree Planted
- Conservation donation to Save the Rhino
- Community projects contribution with Uthando
Excludes
- Gratuities
- Personal travel insurance
- Additional activities not offered as scheduled by the accommodation
- Visas and visa fees where relevant
ACTIVITIES
This sample trip offers countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.
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4WD Safari
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Birdwatching
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Guided Walking Safari
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Helicopter Flights
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Hot Air Balloon Flights
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Quad Biking
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Cultural Experience
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Horse Riding
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Kids Bushcraft
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Food Experiences
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Star Gazing/Star Bed
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Wellness/Spa
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Sightseeing
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Cultural Excursion
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Cultural Experiences
ICONIC WILDLIFE
Whether you want to tick the Big Five off your bucket list or seek out specific safari species, our expert guides reveal the typical wildlife sightings to expect on this sample trip.
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Zebra
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Wildebeest
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Thompson's Gazelle
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Somali Ostrich
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Reticulated Giraffe
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Lion
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Leopard
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Hippo
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Grevys Zebra
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Gerenuk
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Elephant
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Crocodile
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Cheetah
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Buffalo
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Black Rhino
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Maasai Giraffe
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