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Big Five and Rhino Safari in Northern Kenya

​Encounter the iconic wildlife and breathtaking landscapes of northern Kenya on this journey through some of the region’s best parks and reserves. The tour includes thrilling walking safaris, rewarding game drives and visits to some of East Africa’s most important rhino sanctuaries. Based in comfortable lodges and luxury tented camps, you’ll be in the hands of expert local guides while out on safari.

Tour Nights

  • Lake Naivasha: 1 nights
  • Lake Nakuru: 1 nights
  • Solio Ranch: 1 nights
  • Samburu National Reserve: 2 nights
  • Ol Pejeta Conservancy: 1 nights
  • Tour CodeTour code: AWK36
  • Accommodation GradeAccommodation Grade
  • Private TourPrivate Tour

Tour At a Glance

  • Encounter black and white rhinos in a private conservancy
  • Take a boat trip on Lake Naivasha in the Rift Valley
  • Seek out rare species in the Samburu National Reserve
  • Walk with giraffes in Aberdare Giraffe Sanctuary
  • Tick off the Big Fivein Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Itinerary details

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  • Day 1 : Nairobi – Lake Naivasha
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    You will be met on arrival at Nairobi Airport or collected from your hotel in Nairobi. Drive northwest towards Lake Naivasha, one of the Rift Valley’s most scenic and wildlife-abundant lakes. Surrounded by savannah grasslands, acacia forests and volcanic hills, the area is home to hippos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras and a vast number of bird species.
     
    Arrive at Lake Naivasha Country Club, where you will stay for 1 night. After lunch at the hotel, take a boat trip on the lake and enjoy a walking safari in Crescent Island Game San ctuary. Head back to Lake Naivasha Sopa Lodge for dinner.  Read More

  • Day 2 : Lake Naivasha - Nakuru National Park
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    After breakfast, drive to Hell’s Gate National Park, where you can take a morning game drive, a walking safari or a bike ride. Known for its towering cliffs and deep gorges, Hell’s Gate is dotted with volcanic hot springs, geysers and steam vents.
     
    Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park for a game drive. The park is a haven for wildlife, including more than 30 rhinos and a large leopard population. After lunch at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, head out for another game drive in search of rhinos. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge.  Read More

  • Day 3 : Lake Nakuru – SolioRanch
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    Drive north towards Mount Kenya, arriving at the Rhino Watch Lodge in time for lunch.Take an afternoon game drive in SolioRanch, a privately owned conservancy with a focus on rhino conservation. The reserve plays a significant role in the protection and breeding of black rhinos in Kenya and is home to the world’s largest population of white rhinos. You may also spot leopards, lions and cheetahs.
     
    Head back to Rhino Watch lodge for dinner and an overnight stay. 

  • Day 4 : Solio Ranch – Samburu National Reserve
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    Drive to the nearby Aberdare Giraffe Sanctuary and enjoy a walking safari to see giraffes, zebras and antelope in their natural habitat. Continue to Samburu National Reserve and have lunch at Ashnil Samburu Camp (or similar), where you will stay for 2 nights.
     
    An afternoon game drive in Samburu will give you an authentic wilderness experience. The magnificent landscapes of this reserve are home to rare species including the Grévy’s zebra and the reticulated giraffe as well as lions, cheetahs and elephants. Return to your luxury tented camp for dinner.  Read More

  • Day 5 : Samburu National Reserve
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    A full day of wildlife viewing in this vast expanse of pristine wilderness. A highlight will be a game drive along the EwasoNyiro, a giant river populated with crocodiles and hippos, which is the only source of water for this dry reserve.
     
    Dinner and overnight at Samburu Camp. 

  • Day 6 : Samburu National Reserve – OlPejeta Wildlife Conservancy
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    Drive southwest past Mount Kenya on your way to the OlPejeta Wildlife Conservancy, via Nanyuki. Enjoy a wildlife drive en route to Sweetwaters Serena Tented Camp, where you will stay for 1 night. Ol Pejeta is the largest black rhino sanctuary in the whole of East Africa and is home to two of the world’s last remaining northern white rhinos.
     
    Have lunch at the camp, then head out for an afternoon game drive and visit a chimpanzee sanctuary. 

  • Day 7 : Ol Pejeta Wildlife Conservancy – Nairobi
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    Start the day with an early morning wildlife drive, before a delicious breakfast at the camp. Then drive to Nairobi, arriving around midday. 

Dates & Guide Prices

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Hotels

  • Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
    Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
    Star Rating Lake Nakuru
  • Rhino Watch Safari Lodge
    Rhino Watch Safari Lodge
    Star Rating Solio Ranch
  • Samburu Intrepids Camp
    Samburu Intrepids Camp
    Star Rating Samburu National Reserve
  • Sweetwaters Serena Camp
    Sweetwaters Serena Camp
    Star Rating Nanyuki
  • Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
    Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
    Star Rating Naivasha

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge Star Rating

Lake Nakuru
  • Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

Located on a range of hills that form the western limits of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, the lodge offers spectacular views over the vastness of Africa. 165kms from Nairobi on tarmac roads, and then 21kms of all-weather road t

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Rhino Watch Safari Lodge Star Rating

Solio Ranch
  • Rhino Watch Safari Lodge

The Rhino Watch Safari Lodge is situated in the central Kenyan highlands and offers a beautiful view of Mt Kenya. Surrounded by three wildlife reserves the lodge provides an ideal base for safari game drives.

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Samburu Intrepids Camp Star Rating

Samburu National Reserve
  • Samburu Intrepids Camp

Samburu Intrepids' location deep inside the reserve guarantees close encounters with Samburu's shyer species, including elephant, leopard and Samburu famous 'special five' - the rare reticulated giraffe, long-

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Sweetwaters Serena Camp Star Rating

Nanyuki
  • Sweetwaters Serena Camp

Plethora of experiences and activities during your visit to Sweetwaters Serena Camp. Our unmatched location within the Ol Pejeta Conservancy enables you to take part in everything from game drives and lion tracking to scenic

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Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort Star Rating

Naivasha
  • Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

On 60 hectares of grassland surrounded by trees and set among giraffes and waterbucks, this relaxed resort is in a complex of brick and wood makuti cottages on the shore of Lake Naivasha. It's 8 km from Crescent Island Ga

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What's Included?

  • Return International flights.
  • Meet and greet services.
  • Transport using 4x4 WD Land Cruiser.
  • Boat trip in Lake Naivasha and visit to Cresent Island. 
  • Accommodation as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Meals, Full Board in Safari Camps.
  • Professional driver guide.
  • All transfers.
  • All Park entrance fees.
  • Mineral water in the Vehicle.

What's not Included?

  • Visa fees.
  • Driver-guide gratuities, drinks, dining rooms tips and porterage.
  • Personal travel, baggage and medical insurance.
  • Telephone bill, laundry and any items of a personal nature.
  • Easter and New Year supplements.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the itinerary and inclusions.

Additional Information

Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£) based on twin sharing. 
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