7-Day Big Cats & Big Five Safari: Kenya’s Ultimate Wildlife Flying Safari
Kenya · Fly-In Safari

7-Day Big Cats & Big Five Safari
Kenya’s Ultimate Wildlife Flying Safari

Nairobi  ›  Samburu N.R.  ›  Ol Pejeta  ›  Nairobi

Day 1
Nairobi
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Days 2–3
Samburu N.R.
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Days 4–6
Ol Pejeta
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Day 7
Nairobi
Price From $5,216 per person sharing
Duration7 Days / 6 Nights
RouteFly-In Safari
DestinationsNairobi · Samburu · Ol Pejeta
AccommodationsHemingways · Surana · The River Camp
BoardMixed (B&B / Full Board)
TransportFlights & Shared 4x4 Vehicles
Safari Highlights
Fly across the rolling plains to a luxury tented camp in the unparalleled Samburu.
Place yourself in the heart of the world’s most spectacular wildlife theatre.
Search for the famous Samburu Special Five.
Visit Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary,feed Baraka, the blind tame black rhino.
Experience world-class hospitality, including dedicated butler service and gourmet dining at Hemingways Nairobi.
Safari Introduction

7-Day Big Cats & Big Five Safari

Fly across the rolling plains to a luxury tented camp in the unparalleled Samburu National Reserve finishing with Ol Pejeta Conservancy. This journey places you in the heart of the world’s most spectacular wildlife theatre, where big cats roam freely, spotting the famous Samburu special five and the raw beauty of the African savannah comes to life in spectacular fashion.

Detailed Itinerary
Day1
Nairobi
Arrive Nairobi

Welcome to Kenya! Upon your arrival in the capital, a private representative will meet you at the airport to transfer you to your elegant, plantation-style retreat. Experience world-class hospitality, including dedicated butler service and gourmet dining, providing the perfect restful start to your luxury safari adventure.

Accommodation

Hemingways Nairobi
Hemingways Nairobi

An elegant boutique hotel situated in Nairobi's Karen residential area, offering magnificent views of the nearby Ngong Hills and absolute luxury.

1 Night · Bed & Breakfast

Today's Activities
Airport Transfer
Relaxation & Acclimatization
→ Check-in time at City hotels: 1400hrs
Day2
Nairobi → Samburu
Nairobi - Fly Samburu

Breakfast at the hotel and after transfer to Wilson Airport for a flight to Samburu. (NOTE: Luggage is restricted to maximum 15kg per person in soft sided duffel bags only, including hand luggage). On arrival at the airstrip, you will be met by the camp vehicle and transferred to the camp. Spend the afternoon enjoying exciting camp activities and wildlife viewing.

Accommodation

Surana Buffalo Springs
Surana Buffalo Springs

Nestled in the arid yet striking landscape of the north, offering an exclusive and immersive tented safari experience.

1 Night · Full Board

Today's Activities
Flight to Samburu
Afternoon Game Drive / Camp Activities
Day3
Samburu National Reserve
Samburu National Reserve

Today marks the start of your deep wildlife immersion with morning and afternoon game drives in the Samburu reserve. This arid, lesser-visited region is home to "dry country" animals rarely found in southern Kenya. You will search for the famous Samburu Special Five: the reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, and the long-necked gerenuk. Spotting these unique species in their natural habitat is a highlight for any nature enthusiast.

Accommodation

Surana Buffalo Springs
Surana Buffalo Springs

Spend your day tracking the rare wildlife endemic to northern Kenya in a spectacular and uncrowded wilderness.

1 Night · Full Board

Today's Activities
Morning & Afternoon Game Drives
Tracking the "Special Five"
Day4
Samburu → Ol Pejeta
Fly to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Breakfast and after transfer to the airstrip for a charter flight to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. On arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to your camp with an en-route game drive. Following a delicious lunch at the camp, head out for a thrilling afternoon game viewing drive across the conservancy, known for its dense predator population and rhino sanctuary.

Accommodation

The River Camp
The River Camp

An exquisite luxury camp set within one of Kenya's most prominent and successful private wildlife conservancies.

1 Night · Full Board

Today's Activities
Flight to Ol Pejeta
En-route Game Drive
Afternoon Wildlife Viewing
Days5-6
Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Chimpanzee Sanctuary and Feed Baraka the Black Rhino

Enjoy immersive morning and afternoon game viewing drives across the vast plains of Ol Pejeta. Alongside searching for the Big Five, you will partake in special camp activities including a visit to the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary and an up-close encounter to feed Baraka, the blind tame black rhino. These days offer a deep dive into successful conservation efforts alongside premier wildlife sightings.

Accommodation

The River Camp
The River Camp

Experience unparalleled conservation activities and track healthy populations of big cats and rhinos in their natural habitat.

2 Nights · Full Board

Daily Activities
Morning & Afternoon Game Drives
Chimpanzee Sanctuary Visit
Feeding Baraka the Rhino
Day7
Ol Pejeta → Nairobi
Nairobi & Final Departure

After a final breakfast, you will be transferred to the airstrip for your flight back to the capital city Nairobi. Alternatively, for those seeking a tropical conclusion to their African wildlife holiday, upon arrival in Nairobi you can fly to the white-sand beaches of the Kenya coast (Diani / Malindi / Lamu) in the afternoon.

Please Note:

Free baggage allowance for each passenger is STRICTLY 15kgs in soft bags, inclusive of hand luggage and cameras. The fares quoted are current and price is subject to change based on availability of flight seats on the appropriate booking class at the time of booking.

Tour Inclusions
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In Nairobi, airport transfers in a Noah.
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During Safari: Shared Transport in 4 x 4 Land Cruiser with local English-speaking driver/guides.
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Flight from Wilson Airport to Samburu
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Flight from Samburu to Ol Pejeta
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Flight from Ol Pejeta to Wilson
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1 nights’ accommodation at HEMINGWAYS NAIROBI in Deluxe Room on Bed & breakfast basis
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2 nights’ accommodation at SURANA BUFALLO SPRINGS in Standard Tents on full-board basis.
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3 nights’ accommodation at THE RIVER CAMP in Deluxe Suite on full-board basis.
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All meals as stated.
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All Park entrance fee.
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All game drives as stated.
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500ml aluminium water bottle to be refilled with mineral water in the vehicle, while on safari
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AMREF Flying doctors.
Tour Exclusions
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International flights
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International flight departure taxes
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Visa fees
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Gratuity for waiter/lodge staff + driver/guides
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All items of a personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, soft & alcoholic beverages, etc.
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Any other service that has not been specified in the above program
Extend Your Safari

Beach Extensions

Complete your wilderness adventure with a few days on Kenya's pristine Indian Ocean coastline — white sand, turquoise water, and world-class hospitality.

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