About this safari
Three of Kenya's most extraordinary properties in one spectacular journey. Begin at the legendary Giraffe Manor — where the resident Rothschild giraffes join you for breakfast at the open windows — before flying to the wild, rugged Samburu for the 'Samburu Special Five'. Finish at Ngerende Island Lodge in the Masai Mara, combining wilderness and warmth in equal measure.
8 nights
Masai Mara
throughout
giraffes · Giraffe Manor
+ Big Five
Day-by-day itinerary
Arrive and transfer to the iconic Giraffe Manor — famous for its resident Rothschild Giraffe who join you for breakfast. Day 2: visit Nairobi National Park, the David Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage, the Utamaduni crafts shop, Kazuri Beads community workshop, and the Karen Blixen Museum.
Giraffe Manor, KarenMorning flight to Sasaab Lodge in the Westgate Community Conservancy, Samburu. The landscape is stark and sensual — iconic Lolokowe Mountain on the horizon. Game drives feature the Samburu Special Five: Grevy's Zebra, Reticulated Giraffe, Somali Ostrich, Gerenuk, Beisa Oryx. Cultural trips with the Samburu people, fly camps, camel rides, and the luxurious spa.
Sasaab Lodge, SamburuFly to the Masai Mara. Ngerende Island Lodge combines wildlife, warmth and a family feeling. Morning, evening or full-day game drives — the full-day drive includes a picnic under a Kigalia Africana tree. Optional balloon safari over the wildebeest migration.
Ngerende Island LodgeFinal scheduled flight back to Wilson Airport in Nairobi.
Included
- Safari minivan with pop-up roof
- All park entrance fees
- Accommodation & meals as per itinerary
- All airport transfers
- Domestic flight Lamu–Malindi–Nairobi (~US$210)
- English-speaking driver guide
- 1L bottled water per person per day
- AMREF Flying Doctors emergency cover
Not included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Hot air balloon safari (US$410/person)
- Masai village visits (US$20/person)
- Drinks & personal expenses
- Tips & porterage
- Malindi & Lamu excursions
