Spectacular Samburu & Mara Safari – 7 Days
Black rhino tracking in Sera Conservancy and intimate wildlife encounters in the private Mara North Conservancy
Trip code: 1161
7 days / 6 nights Tour starts Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi; transfer to Wilson Airport Tour ends Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, Nairobi
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Overview
Experience two contrasting sides of wild Kenya on this seven-day fly-in safari. Track black rhinos on foot in the remote Sera Community Conservancy, discover Samburu culture and northern Kenya’s rugged landscapes, then fly to the Maasai Mara for three nights at Saruni Mara or Saruni Wild. Private-conservancy game drives, bush meals, guided walks and streamlined internal flights make every day distinct.
Perfect for
Wildlife EnthusiastsGuided Bush WalksCouplesWildlife PhotographyConservation MindedCultural ExplorersLuxury Travellers
Itinerary
What you’ll do each day, with your included hotel — or upgrade any stay.
Day 1Meet your Saruni Basecamp representative at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transfer to Wilson Airport. Fly approximately one hour to Samburu, where your guide meets you for the transfer of about 1.5 hours to Saruni Rhino. In the afternoon, explore Sera Conservancy on a game drive before sundowners at a scenic secret spot.
Why You'll Love This Trip
- Track black rhinos on foot — a rare, genuinely wild experience
- Private conservancies mean game drives without the crowds
- Internal flights handled, so you spend time on safari not in a car
- Two very different landscapes in one trip — arid north and lush Mara
- Bush dinners, sundowners and night drives built into the itinerary
- Stay supports Samburu and Maasai community conservation projects
- Six nights across two outstanding 5-star bush properties
What's Included
- Six nights’ all-inclusive accommodation with full board
- Soft drinks, beers, house wines and selected non-luxury spirits
- One complimentary 30-minute back and neck massage per room per stay, except at Saruni Rhino
- Selected laundry service
- Shared day and night game drives in 4x4 vehicles
- Guided bush walks, bush meals, sundowners and picnic excursions
- Warriors Academy where available, on advance request
- All transfers, scheduled internal flights and airstrip transfers
- Airport assistance
- Temporary Flying Doctors cover
- Daily conservation fees
- VAT and local taxes
What's Excluded
- International flights and visa fees
- Exclusive-use safari vehicle
- Premium drinks
- Additional wellbeing treatments
- Chargeable activities and cultural visit entry fees
- Reteti Elephant Sanctuary transport and entry fees
- Masai Mara National Reserve transport and entry fees
- Childcare
- Private guides and drivers
- Tips and personal expenses
- Late-departure fees
- Statutory increases beyond the operator’s control
Flight and road-transfer times may vary with airline schedules, weather and routing. Scheduled flight seats are subject to confirmation. Internal-flight baggage is limited to 15 kg per person, preferably in small, soft-sided bags without wheels. The itinerary may change according to local circumstances and guide recommendations. Single and child rates are available on request. Alternative stays at Saruni Samburu or Saruni Wild are available at the applicable supplement.
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