Tour Overview
wildlife safari is the focus of this 6 day Kenya itinerary with Eton Safaris. The route is paced for clear daily logistics, guided activities matching Kenya Wildlife Safaris, comfortable lodge stays on overnight days, and a final day with breakfast and lunch only before departure.
6-day self drive Kenya tour in Samburu National Reserve On Tour Safari Kenya in Kenya with Eton Safaris. We arrange lodges, park permits, transport, and guided safaris with experienced local teams. Share your travel dates and interests for a tailored itinerary.
Tour Highlights
- day self drive Kenya tour package focus across Kenya
- Guided time in Samburu National Reserve
- Signature activity: elephant plains photography
- Private driver-guide and road support
- Lodge base at Mara Serena Safari Lodge (route dependent)
- Meal plan aligned to daily safari timing
- Transparent inclusions for park fees and listed activities
- Designed for strong on-page clarity and itinerary scannability
Includes
- Park entry fees (non-resident rates)
- All included activities (optional extras not included)
- All accommodation as per the itinerary (upgrade options available)
- An expert driver/guide to enhance your experience
- All transport throughout the tour (optional transfers not included)
- All taxes and service charges
- Meals as specified in your daily itinerary
Excludes
- International flights (to/from your home country)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- Pre-tour and post-tour accommodation
- Tips and gratuities (recommended guideline: per day)
- Personal expenses (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Any government-imposed tax or park fee increases
- Selected meals as specified in the day-by-day section
- Drinks and beverages
Itinerary in details
Day1Arrival Transfer & Orientation Toward Samburu National Reserve
With soft morning light across the landscape, a transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, easing into Kenya's landscapes while your guide outlines the coming days. The route then leads into Samburu National Reserve, where Diani beach extension sets the tone for this privately guided departure. Check-in at Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge follows, with time to settle before dinner and a clear briefing on tomorrow's pace. As dusk arrives, the lodge becomes a quiet base for stories from the trail.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge
Day2Samburu National Reserve Focus Day — elephant plains photography
Following a short safety orientation, dedicated time in Samburu National Reserve. Rangers and your private guide coordinate elephant plains photography, following ranger cues for wildlife movement through the day. Guides next introduce you to Sarova Mara Game Camp for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Evening settles with time to rest and prepare for the next chapter.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sarova Mara Game Camp
Day3Samburu National Reserve Focus Day — rhino tracking
The day begins as dedicated time in Samburu National Reserve. Rangers and your private guide coordinate Great Migration viewing, focusing patiently on wildlife movement through the day. A scenic transfer carries you to Samburu Sopa Lodge for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. The lodge team settles you in while your guide confirms the next morning’s plan.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Samburu Sopa Lodge
Day4Samburu National Reserve Focus Day — birding along alkaline lakes
After a calm briefing, dedicated time in Samburu National Reserve. Rangers and your private guide coordinate birding along alkaline lakes, building photographic opportunities around wildlife movement through the day. Later in the day the focus shifts to Mara Serena Safari Lodge for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Guests wind down with optional briefings on tomorrow’s conservation notes.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge
Day5Samburu National Reserve Focus Day — Diani beach extension
A measured start to the day unfolds when dedicated time in Samburu National Reserve. Rangers and your private guide coordinate Maasai village visit, pairing interpretive commentary with wildlife movement through the day. By afternoon the program moves into Sweetwaters Serena Camp for hot meals, a short rest, and optional evening discussion of conservation notes relevant to the area. Dinner is timed for an early start tomorrow, keeping energy high for the trail.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Accommodation: Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Day6Final Activity Window & Departure via Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Your journey opens with a final outing around Samburu National Reserve, keeping the schedule flexible so highlights of sunrise game drive can be enjoyed without rush. After a short refreshment stop you reach your outbound transfer route, with packed timing that protects flight or border connections. After a light midday meal, the safari concludes as your driver returns you toward Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. The schedule closes with a relaxed return and an early night ahead.
Meal Plan: Breakfast & Lunch Only
Accommodation: No accommodation
Frequently asked questions
What animals will I see on Wildlife in Kenya?
Wildlife focuses on the parks and habitats Kenya is known for — savannah game drives, boat cruises where available, and lodges close to the wildlife you came to see.
How many days do I need for Wildlife?
A short Wildlife highlight can work in a few days. A fuller Kenya wildlife circuit with two or more parks is typically a week or more.
When is the best time for Wildlife in Kenya?
Dry months usually mean easier game viewing. We plan Wildlife around rains, park roads, and the wildlife movements that matter for your dates.
Can I add gorilla trekking or beach time to Wildlife?
Yes, only where those experiences exist. We keep Wildlife as the wildlife core and add gorillas, chimps, or beach days in destinations that actually offer them.
