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10 Day Kenya Wildlife Safari: Samburu, Maasai Mara & Lumo
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10 Day Kenya Wildlife Safari: Samburu, Maasai Mara & Lumo

Experience three distinct sides of Kenya on this 10 day Kenya wildlife safari through Samburu, the Maasai Mara and Lumo Community Wildlife Conservancy. Fly between destinations to spend more time o...
10 days Kenya Small-group journey From USD 5,510 per person
Journey overview

Beyond the Ordinary: a fly-in Kenya wildlife safari through Samburu, the Maasai Mara and Lumo Conservancy.

Experience three distinct sides of Kenya on this 10 day Kenya wildlife safari through Samburu, the Maasai Mara and Lumo Community Wildlife Conservancy. Fly between destinations to spend more time on game drives and less on the road. In Samburu, look for the Special Five: Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, gerenuk and Beisa oryx. In the Maasai Mara, search for the Big Five across the open plains. At Lumo, enjoy a quieter wilderness bordering Tsavo West. You stay at Soroi Samburu Lodge, Soroi Private Wing and Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp on a full-board basis, with game drives throughout. A relaxed pace and a small-group format make this a comfortable way to see the best of Kenya's wildlife. 10 day small-group Kenya safari by air: Samburu, Maasai Mara & Lumo. Big Five, rare northern species, full board. Get a quote.
Route at a glance

Nairobi → Samburu → Maasai Mara → Lumo Community Wildlife Conservancy → Nairobi (scheduled flights between destinations)

Duration 10 days · 9 nights
Journey Small-group journey
Pace Relaxed
Minimum age Confirm with our team

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Tell us your interests, travelling party and preferred pace. We will check driving times, accessibility, activity age limits and room arrangements with you before recommending this route.

Programme summary

Your journey at a glance

DayPlace / routeHighlightsStay
1Nairobi → Samburu National ReserveScenic flight to Samburu • Afternoon game drive • Samburu Special FiveSoroi Samburu Lodge
2–3Samburu National ReserveSamburu National ReserveSoroi Samburu Lodge
4Samburu → Maasai MaraScenic flight to the Mara • Maasai Mara landscapes • First evening in the reserveSoroi Private Wing
5–6Maasai Mara National ReserveTwice-daily game drives • Big Five wildlife • Picnic lunches • Sundowner experiencesSoroi Private Wing
7Maasai Mara → Nairobi → Taita Hills → Lumo ConservancyFly from the Mara to Taita Hills • Lumo Conservancy • Afternoon game drive • Sunset landscapesSoroi Cheetah Tented Camp
8–9Lumo Community Wildlife ConservancyLumo wildlife • Uncrowded game viewing • Tsavo West landscapes • Tented safari experienceSoroi Cheetah Tented Camp
10Lumo Conservancy → Taita Hills Airstrip → NairobiFinal morning game drive • Taita Hills Airstrip transfer • Scheduled flight to Wilson AirportNone – End of Safari
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The essentials

What your journey includes

Included

  • Full board accommodation inclusive of all meals at Soroi Collection's camps and lodges
  • Park Fees, Conservancy Fees and Conservation Levies
  • Twice daily shared & scheduled game drives in custom-built 4x4 safari vehicles with an accredited English-speaking safari guide
  • All airport and airstrip transfers as per the itinerary
  • Afternoon tea and campfire nibbles.
  • Scheduled flights Wilson Airport/Samburu/Maasai Mara/Taita Hills
  • Coffee, tea, filtered water.

Not included

  • International flights to and from Nairobi, and any regional flights not specified in the itinerary
  • Kenya visa fees, travel permits, and any related documentation costs
  • Tips for guides, camp staff, and drivers
  • Laundry, telephone, internet, and other personal purchases
  • Hot air balloon safaris, cultural village visits, or additional excursions not listed in the itinerary
  • Any departure taxes or airport fees not included in flight tickets
Day by day

Your itinerary

10 days
Day 01

Fly to Samburu | First Game Drive

Nairobi → Samburu National Reserve

HighlightsScenic flight to Samburu • Afternoon game drive • Samburu Special Five

Your Kenya safari begins with a morning flight from Nairobi to Samburu, taking you north into one of Kenya’s most distinctive wildlife regions. On arrival at the airstrip, you will be met and transferred to Soroi Samburu Lodge, set within the rugged landscapes of Samburu National Reserve. After settling in and enjoying lunch at the lodge, head out for your first afternoon game drive. Samburu is particularly rewarding for wildlife enthusiasts, with opportunities to spot rare northern species such as the Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe and gerenuk, alongside elephants, lions, leopards and other classic African wildlife. As the day draws to a close, return to the lodge for dinner and your first night in the Samburu wilderness.

MealsBreakfast & Lunch

Accommodation

Soroi Samburu Lodge

Full Board · Standard Room

Days 02–03

Samburu Safari | Rare Wildlife & Riverine Wilderness

Samburu National Reserve

HighlightsSamburu National Reserve

Spend two full days exploring the striking landscapes of Samburu National Reserve, with morning and afternoon shared game drives in open 4×4 safari vehicles. Samburu offers a rewarding contrast to Kenya’s southern safari regions. Search for northern specialists such as Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Beisa oryx and Somali ostrich while also looking out for elephants, lions, leopards and other classic African wildlife. Between game drives, enjoy time at Soroi Samburu Lodge, relax over meals and take in the atmosphere of this remote northern wilderness. With two full days in the reserve, the pace allows plenty of time for wildlife viewing without rushing from one destination to another
Accommodation

Soroi Samburu Lodge

Full Board · Standard Room

Day 04

Fly to Maasai Mara | Into Kenya’s Iconic Safari Plains

Samburu → Maasai Mara

HighlightsScenic flight to the Mara • Maasai Mara landscapes • First evening in the reserve

After breakfast, leave Samburu behind and fly south to the legendary Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations. On arrival, transfer to Soroi Private Wing, set in the heart of the Mara and overlooking a lively hippo pool. Settle into your surroundings and take in the dramatic change of scenery as Samburu’s rugged northern landscapes give way to the vast open plains of the Maasai Mara. Your first evening in the Mara introduces you to the relaxed rhythm of this remarkable wilderness, setting the stage for the wildlife experiences ahead.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation

Soroi Private Wing

Full Board · Luxury Tent

Days 05–06

Maasai Mara Safari | Big Five & Classic Game Viewing

Maasai Mara National Reserve

HighlightsTwice-daily game drives • Big Five wildlife • Picnic lunches • Sundowner experiences

Spend two unforgettable days immersed in the Maasai Mara, exploring one of the world’s most productive wildlife ecosystems on twice-daily game drives. The Mara’s open grasslands support an extraordinary concentration of wildlife, including lions, elephants, buffaloes, leopards, cheetahs, giraffes and large herds of plains game. During the Great Migration season, the reserve also becomes the stage for the spectacular movement of wildebeest and zebra across the wider Serengeti–Mara ecosystem. Your stay at Soroi Private Wing is designed to balance wildlife viewing with time to enjoy the camp and its surroundings. The supplier itinerary includes twice-daily game drives, picnic lunches, sundowners, bush dining experiences and children’s activities during these days.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation

Soroi Private Wing

Full Board · Luxury Tent

Day 07

Maasai Mara to Lumo | Into Tsavo Country

Maasai Mara → Nairobi → Taita Hills → Lumo Conservancy

HighlightsFly from the Mara to Taita Hills • Lumo Conservancy • Afternoon game drive • Sunset landscapes

Today your fly-in Kenya safari continues from the Maasai Mara to Taita Hills Airstrip via Nairobi, taking you from the famous Mara plains into the dramatic landscapes of southeastern Kenya. On arrival, transfer to Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp, your base within Lumo Community Wildlife Conservancy. After settling into camp, head out for an afternoon game drive across the conservancy. Lumo offers a noticeably quieter safari experience, with sweeping wilderness, views towards Tsavo West and excellent opportunities to encounter elephants, lions, buffaloes, giraffes and plains game away from the busier safari circuits. End the day surrounded by the vast landscapes and changing evening light of Lumo Conservancy.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation

Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp

Full Board · Luxury Tent

Days 08–09

Lumo Conservancy Safari | Quiet Wilderness & Tsavo Views

Lumo Community Wildlife Conservancy

HighlightsLumo wildlife • Uncrowded game viewing • Tsavo West landscapes • Tented safari experience

Enjoy two full days discovering the wilderness of Lumo Community Wildlife Conservancy, a community-run conservation area bordering Tsavo West National Park. Game drives take you through open plains, bushland and dramatic landscapes where elephants, buffaloes, lions, giraffes, antelope and an impressive variety of birdlife can be encountered. Unlike some of Kenya’s busier safari destinations, Lumo offers a quieter and more intimate wildlife experience, making these final safari days a rewarding contrast to Samburu and the Maasai Mara. Your stay at Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp places you right within the wilderness, with comfortable tented accommodation, private facilities and sweeping views towards the surrounding Tsavo landscape.

MealsBreakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Accommodation

Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp

Full Board · Luxury Tent

Day 10

Final Lumo Game Drive | Fly Back to Nairobi

Lumo Conservancy → Taita Hills Airstrip → Nairobi

HighlightsFinal morning game drive • Taita Hills Airstrip transfer • Scheduled flight to Wilson Airport

Wake to your final morning in the Kenyan wilderness and enjoy breakfast before heading out for one last game drive through Lumo Conservancy. Take in the scenery and enjoy a final opportunity to spot wildlife before returning for your transfer to Taita Hills Airstrip. Board your scheduled flight back to Wilson Airport in Nairobi, marking the end of an extraordinary 10-day journey through three very different sides of Kenya, the rugged northern wilderness of Samburu, the legendary wildlife plains of the Maasai Mara and the secluded landscapes of Lumo Conservancy.

MealsBreakfast

Accommodation

None – End of Safari

Seasonal pricing

Journey rates USD · Per person sharing

SeasonTravel datesAdult sharingYoung Adult SharingChild Sharing
Peak Season01 Jul - 30 Sep 2026USD 9,220USD 8,340USD 6,055
High Season01 Oct -31 Oct 2026USD 8,770USD 8,005USD 5,560
Green Season01 Nov -19 Dec 2026USD 8,650USD 7,910USD 5,510
Peak Season20 Dec-03 Jan 2027USD 9,220USD 8,340USD 6,055
Pricing notesAll prices are per person sharing. The family basis set out below applies throughout.

**Adults**
The adult price applies to all guests aged 12 years and over, travelling on a shared basis in a twin or double room or tent.

**Children**
Children aged 8 to 11 years inclusive pay 50% of the adult sharing price when sharing a room or tent with two full-paying adults. Children aged 12 years and over are charged the full adult sharing price. Children under 8 years are not accepted on this journey.

**Single supplement**
A single supplement applies to any guest travelling alone who requires sole use of a room or tent throughout the journey. Solo travellers who are willing to share with another guest of the same sex may avoid the single supplement; however, a shared room cannot be guaranteed. If no suitable sharing partner is available, the single supplement will apply.

**Included in the price**
All accommodation as described in the itinerary, all meals from lunch on day one to breakfast on day ten, scheduled domestic flights between Nairobi, Samburu, the Maasai Mara, Lumo Conservancy and Nairobi, all game drives and safari activities as specified in the itinerary, park and conservancy fees, and the services of the safari guides and camp staff throughout.

**Excluded from the price**
International flights to and from Nairobi, airport departure taxes, visa fees, travel insurance, all drinks, laundry, gratuities, personal expenses, any meals or accommodation before or after the journey dates, and any item not expressly stated as included.

**Date exclusions**
This journey is not available for departure during the annual long rains in April and May, nor over the Christmas and New Year period from 20 December to 5 January inclusive. The exact closure dates are confirmed at the time of booking.

**Single room or tent basis**
The single supplement is calculated on the sole use of one room or tent. No reduction is available for a single guest occupying a double or twin room on any other basis.

**Child age bands**
All child rates are valid only for children aged 8 to 11 years inclusive at the time of travel, sharing with two full-paying adults. No concession applies to children aged 12 years or over. No child under 8 years can be accepted.

**Non-commissionable elements**
Any government taxes, park fees, conservancy fees or third-party flight costs that are subject to change by authorities or operators may be adjusted up to the date of travel. Any such adjustment will be passed on at cost.

**Currency and payment**
Prices are quoted in US dollars. Where a booking is invoiced in another currency, the applicable exchange rate is set at the date of invoice and will be confirmed in writing.

Starting prices are a guide. Travel dates, number of travellers, room arrangements, accommodation, flights and optional activities can change the final cost. Your quotation confirms the price and exactly what it covers.

Frequently asked questions

Read the included and not-included lists for this itinerary. Your tailored quotation will confirm park and conservancy fees, accommodation and meals, transport, guiding, flights, transfers and any optional activities. Please ask us about any item that is not listed.
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