8 Days Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Naivasha & Maasai Mara Safari
A diverse Kenya safari linking Samburu's northern wildlife, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Naivasha and the Maasai Mara, with private 4x4 game drives and carefully selected accommodation.
Four Distinct Safari Regions in Eight Days
This 8-day Kenya safari combines the arid landscapes and distinctive wildlife of Samburu with conservation experiences at Ol Pejeta, the freshwater setting of Lake Naivasha and the famous grasslands of the Maasai Mara.
Two nights in Samburu provide time for game drives before travelling south through Ol Pejeta and Naivasha. The journey finishes with two nights in Maasai Mara, including a full day dedicated to game viewing.
Safari at a Glance
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Mid-Luxury
Comfortable lodges and camps throughout the route with a private safari vehicle and scheduled game drives.
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Upgraded accommodation across Nairobi and the safari circuit for added comfort and location.
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High-end properties and premium safari camps selected across the journey.
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Hotels, lodges and camps are suggested by category and remain subject to availability. Similar alternatives may be offered.
Nairobi
Hyatt Place Nairobi
La Maison Westlands
or similar
Novotel Nairobi
Four Points by Sheraton
or similar
JW Marriott Hotel Nairobi
Radisson Blu Hotel Nairobi Upper Hill
or similar
Samburu
Samburu Simba Lodge
Samburu Sopa Lodge
or similar
Ashnil Samburu Camp
Sarova Shaba Game Lodge
or similar
Sasaab Samburu
Saruni Samburu
Elephant Bedroom Camp
or similar
Ol Pejeta
Comfort Gardens Sweetwaters
or similar
Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Morani Wing
or similar
Fairmont Mount Kenya Safari Club
JW Marriott Mount Kenya / Lewa area option
or similar
Lake Naivasha
Burch's Resort
Camp Carnelley's
or similar
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
Sawela Lodges
Naivasha Simba Lodge
or similar
Chui Lodge
Enashipai Resort & Spa
or similar
Maasai Mara
Sentrim Mara
Jambo Mara Safari Lodge
La Maison option
or similar
Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Mara Engai Wilderness Lodge
Tipilikwani Mara Camp
Sarova Mara Game Camp
or similar
JW Marriott Masai Mara Lodge
Sand River Masai Mara
Olare Mara Kempinski
Ishara Mara
Angama Mara
or similar
8 Days Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Naivasha & Maasai Mara Itinerary
Arrival in Nairobi
Meet and greet at JKIA Airport, your Nairobi hotel or residence within Nairobi as applicable. Transfer privately to your selected Nairobi hotel and settle in ahead of your safari journey.
Nairobi → Samburu
After breakfast, depart Nairobi in your private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser and travel north toward Samburu. Arrive at your lodge or camp for check-in and lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive to begin exploring this distinctive northern Kenya ecosystem.
Full-Day Samburu
Spend the day on game drives in Samburu, with opportunities to look for elephants, big cats and northern species associated with this region. Your guide can adjust the day's game-viewing schedule according to wildlife activity and conditions.
Samburu → Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Leave Samburu after breakfast and travel toward Ol Pejeta Conservancy. After arrival and check-in, enjoy a scheduled game drive within the conservancy, known for its wildlife and conservation-focused experiences.
Ol Pejeta → Lake Naivasha
After breakfast, depart Ol Pejeta for Lake Naivasha. Later, enjoy the included boat ride on Lake Naivasha and a visit to Crescent Island for a guided nature walk among the island's scenery and wildlife.
Lake Naivasha → Maasai Mara
Depart Lake Naivasha after breakfast and continue to the Maasai Mara. Arrive at your selected camp or lodge, then enjoy an afternoon game drive subject to arrival time and reserve conditions.
Full-Day Maasai Mara
Spend a full day exploring the Maasai Mara with game drives planned around wildlife activity and your interests. Search for lions, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, cheetahs and other wildlife while exploring the reserve's open plains and river systems.
Maasai Mara → Nairobi
After breakfast, check out and begin the road journey back to Nairobi. No game drive is scheduled on the final day. On arrival, receive your final drop-off at your Nairobi hotel or JKIA Airport as confirmed.
What's Included & Excluded
Included
- ✓Meet & greet and safari pickup at JKIA Airport, Nairobi hotel or residence within Nairobi
- ✓Scheduled game drives throughout the safari itinerary in the respective parks, reserves and conservancies
- ✓Accommodation in your selected Mid-Luxury, Luxury or Premium category
- ✓Full-board meals at safari lodges and camps; Nairobi hotel meal plan as confirmed
- ✓Applicable park, reserve and conservancy fees stated in the confirmed quotation
- ✓Private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
- ✓Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
- ✓Lake Naivasha boat ride and Crescent Island nature walk
- ✓Bottled drinking water during safari drives
- ✓Final drop-off at your Nairobi hotel or JKIA Airport
- ✓Kenya eTA application guidance
Excluded
- ×International flights
- ×Kenya eTA/application fees unless stated
- ×Travel and medical insurance
- ×Optional activities not specifically stated as included
- ×Tips and gratuities
- ×Personal expenses and beverages not included by the property
- ×Late-night airport transfer surcharges where applicable
Travel at Your Own Safari Pace
Your private 4x4 Land Cruiser remains with you for the road safari, giving your guide flexibility to manage game drives, scenic stops and breaks around your itinerary.
Moments such as a relaxed picnic in the bush can become part of the safari rhythm, allowing more time to enjoy Kenya's landscapes between wildlife encounters.
8 Days Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Naivasha & Maasai Mara Safari FAQs
How long is the Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Naivasha and Maasai Mara safari?
The itinerary is 8 days and 7 nights, beginning with arrival in Nairobi and ending with the road journey from Maasai Mara back to Nairobi.
Are game drives included in this 8-day Kenya safari?
Yes. Scheduled game drives are included according to the itinerary in Samburu, Ol Pejeta and Maasai Mara.
Is the Lake Naivasha boat ride included?
Yes. The itinerary includes a Lake Naivasha boat ride and Crescent Island nature walk on Day 5.
What type of safari vehicle is used?
The road safari is operated in a private 4x4 safari Land Cruiser with a pop-up roof for wildlife viewing and photography.
What accommodation categories can I choose?
Mid-Luxury starts from USD 3,380 per person, Luxury from USD 4,100 and Premium from USD 6,350, subject to travel dates and availability.
Where can Braverly Holidays pick me up in Nairobi?
Meet and greet and pickup can be arranged at JKIA Airport, a Nairobi hotel or a residence within Nairobi as confirmed in your itinerary.
Where will I be dropped off after the safari?
At the end of Day 8, drop-off is provided at your Nairobi hotel or JKIA Airport according to your confirmed travel arrangements.
Is there a game drive on Day 8?
No. Day 8 is the return journey from Maasai Mara to Nairobi, so no game drive is scheduled.
Can this 8-day Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Naivasha and Maasai Mara safari be customized?
Yes. Travel dates, accommodation level, optional experiences and other arrangements can be tailored subject to availability and the final quotation.
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