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12 days grevy zebra safari
Grevy Zebra
12 Days Kenya Grevy Zebra Safari
Tour Code: TAS 37
[ Ashnil Aruba, Kilaguni Serena, Amboseli Serena, Lake Naivasha Crescent Camp, Keekorok Lodge, Lake Nakuru Lodge, Ashnil Samburu Camp, Serena Sweetwaters Camp ]

At a glance

Found almost exclusively in northern Kenya, the Grevy’s zebra remains endangered. This unique species is known for its striking tall appearance, thin stripes, and elegant gait. In the late 1970s, over 15,000 Grevy’s zebras roamed in the wild.

Unique stripe patterns: just like humans have unique fingerprints, Grevy’s zebras have unique stripe patterns, which allow identification of individuals within a population. Over time, this provides vital information on the survival, reproduction, and movements of Grevy’s zebras. Specifically, this safari takes you to Samburu National Reserve, one of the lesser-known reserves that is nevertheless teeming with life. Situated alongside the Ewaso Nyiro River, the reserve attracts abundant wildlife from the surrounding savannah plains.

It is home to rare northern specialist species such as the Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and the beisa oryx (also referred to as the Samburu Special Five). For this reason, we found it fitting to name this safari the "Samburu Special Five Safari," since it visits the reserve that is home to these species as well as elephants and large predators such as lions, leopards, and cheetahs. ‘Kamunyak,’ the miracle lioness who adopted a baby oryx, was a resident of the reserve. Wild dog sightings are also a common attraction in this unique protected area. Birdlife is abundant, with over 450 species recorded.

Plan your Kenya Safari adventure

Detailed Kenya Safari Itinerary

Day 1: Tsavo East National Park, Ashnil Aruba (Fullboard)

You will be picked up from your hotel at 06:00 and transferred to Tsavo East National Park, where you will arrive in time for a morning game drive until lunch at the lodge. In the afternoon, from 15:30, you will spend time in the savannah wilderness, roaming various parts of the park until time for refreshments at lodge at 18:30 then dinner at 19:30 followed by overnight.

Day 2: Tsavo West National Park, Kilaguni Serena Safari Lodge (Fullboard)

You will have breakfast at 08:00, then depart for Tsavo West National Park, where you will arrive in time for a game drive en route to the lodge for lunch. From 15:30, you will have an evening game drive that includes a visit to the Rhino Sanctuary, offering a chance to see black rhinos. Afterwards, the game drive will continue until it is time for refreshments at the lodge at 18:30 followed by dinner at 19:30 then overnight.

Days 3: Amboseli National Park, Amboseli Serena Safari Lodge (Fullboard)

This day, after breakfast at 08:00, you will depart for Amboseli National Park, but first, you will visit Mzima Springs. The word "Mzima" means "alive." Yet, the life of Kenya’s Mzima Springs is largely born of ash and dung. In the neighboring Chyulu Range stand porous peaks of volcanic ash, whose youngest cones formed about 500 years ago. Rising 7,000 feet (2,000 meters) above an arid plain, these hills trap up to three feet (one meter) of rain each year from moisture-laden winds. All that rain soaks into the sponge-like ash and percolates down until it hits impervious bedrock and begins its underground journey to Mzima Springs, some 25 miles (40 kilometers) away.

Later, you will be driven to Amboseli National Park, where you will arrive in time for lunch at the lodge. The whole afternoon, from 15:30, you will have an evening game drive until time for refreshments at the lodge at 18:30 then dinner at 19:30 followed by overnight.

During this afternoon game viewing drive, you could participate in the optional activity at Amboseli National Park, where you will meet a Masai family, mostly women who sell ornaments and curios. They will also demonstrate their deep affection for their homestead, called a Boma, which consists of round huts made of sticks, mud, and cow dung. Children will be joyfully singing with their mothers, expressing their natural hospitality to visitors. Despite the current mandatory school attendance, some Masai children may be reluctant to attend due to strong cultural beliefs. These include the importance of cattle as a measure of wealth and the tradition of marrying at a young age, often when they are just entering their teenage years. Please note this activity is purely optional and incurs an additional cost of US$30.00, organized by your driver-guide.

Day 4: Lake Naivasha, Blooming Suites (Fullboard)

This day, you will depart after breakfast at 08:00 and be driven to Nairobi City, where you will arrive in time for lunch at the famous Carnivore Restaurant. After lunch, you will be driven to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for a boat ride until time for refreshments in the hotel at 18:30 then dinner at 19:30 and overnight at Blooming Suites.

The lake is home to a variety of wildlife, including over 400 different species of birds and a sizeable population of hippos. The fish community in the lake has been highly variable over time, influenced by changes in climate, fishing efforts, and the introduction of invasive species.

Day 5: Masai Mara National Reserve, Ashnil Mara Camp (Fullboard)

This day, you will wake up for a full breakfast at 07:00, then depart for Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving in time for a mid-morning game drive en route to the camp, where you will check in at 13:00 and have lunch. In the afternoon, from 15:30, there will be another game drive in various parts of the reserve until refreshments at the camp at 18:30, followed by dinner at 19:30 and overnight stay.

Day 6: Masai Mara National Reserve, Ashnil Mara Camp (Fullboard)

This day, you will depart for the reserve for a game drive after tea or coffee and a snack at 06:30, with a packed full breakfast to be consumed at a designated spot in the wilderness of Masai Mara National Reserve. You will return in time for lunch at the camp. Later, you will depart at 15:30 for another game drive, which will continue until time for refreshments at the camp at 18:30 then dinner at 19:30 followed by overnight stay at the camp.

Day 7: Masai Mara National Reserve, Ashnil Mara Camp (Fullboard)

On this day, you will depart for a game drive in the reserve after tea or coffee and a snack at 06:30, with a packed full breakfast to be consumed at a designated spot in the wilderness of Masai Mara National Reserve. You will return in time for lunch at the camp. Thereafter, at 15:30, you will go on another game drive that will continue until refreshments at the camp at 18:30, followed by dinner at 19:30 and an overnight stay.

You may also plan with your driver guide, depending on your preference, when to start these game drives, as the schedule is flexible.

During this afternoon game viewing drive, you could participate in the optional activity at Masai Mara National Park, where you will meet a Masai family, mostly women who sell ornaments and curios. They will also demonstrate their deep affection for their homestead, called a Boma, which consists of round huts made of sticks, mud, and cow dung. Children will be joyfully singing with their mothers, expressing their natural hospitality to visitors. Despite the current mandatory school attendance, some Masai children may be reluctant to attend due to strong cultural beliefs. These include the importance of cattle as a measure of wealth and the tradition of marrying at a young age, often when they are just entering their teenage years. Please note this activity is purely optional and incurs an additional cost of US$30.00, organized by your driver- guide.

Day 8: Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Nakuru Lodge (Fullboard)

Take your breakfast at 08:00, then depart to Lake Nakuru National Park, where you will arrive for a game drive en route to the lodge for lunch. The whole afternoon from 15:30 will be spent exploring the park by the lake until time for refreshments at the lodge at 18:30 then dinner at 19:30 followed by overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 9: Samburu National Reserve, Ashnil Samburu Camp (Fullboard)

Depart after breakfast to Samburu National Park, where you will arrive in time for lunch at the camp after an en route game drive. After some relaxation, a game drive will start at 15:30 and continue until at 18:30 time for refreshments at the camp then dinner at 19:30 followed by an overnight stay at the camp


Day 10:Samburu National Reserve, Ashnil Samburu Camp (Fullboard)

This day, you will wake up for tea or coffee and a snack, then depart for a morning game drive at 06:30, returning for a full breakfast at 08:00. Afterwards, you can relax until lunchtime or choose to do another game drive until lunch time. At 15:30, the afternoon game drive will begin and continue until at 18:30 time for refreshments then dinner 19:30 followed overnight at the camp.

Day 11: OL Pejeta Conservancy, Serena Sweetwaters Camp (Fullboard)

Take a full breakfast, then depart at 08:00 to the southeast to arrive at Ol Pejeta in time for a mid- morning game drive before lunch at the camp. From 15:30, you will explore the conservancy to see chimpanzees, as well as black and white rhinoceros, all highly likely to be seen in a single game drive. Most of these chimpanzees at Ol Pejeta Conservancy’s ‘Chimpanzee Sanctuary’ were brought from the Jane Goodall Institute in Burundi, where they received great care after being rescued from a miserable existence. Later refreshments will follow at the camp at 18:30 followed by dinner at 19:30 then overnight stay at Serena Sweetwaters Camp.

Day 12: Transfer to Nairobi City (Lunch)

This day, you will wake up for breakfast at 07:00, then depart to arrive at Nairobi City Hotel for lunch, after which you will be dropped off either there or at the airport to proceed to your next destination

Kenya Safari Inclusions and Exclusions

Kenya Safari Inclusions

  • Exclusive transport in a tourist fully converted 4WD Land Cruiser with a pop up roof
  • All our transport has insurance
  • 2 litre of mineral water per person
  • All Park fees
  • All game drives as per the itinerary

Kenya Safari Exclusions

  • Drinks
  • Tips for the service
  • Yellow fever vaccination
  • Visa
  • Things of personal use

Easter & Christmas Surcharges
A surcharge would be charged per person per night on Good Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Easter Monday and on 24th 25th, 26th, 31st December and 1st January. The Surcharge would be confirmed at the time of booking for clarity purposes.


For optimal enjoyment of your Kenya Safari, we urge you to carry the following:
All weather firm shoe pair, short and dress to use during the day, trouser for use in the evenings with long sleeved shirt, sweater or jacket, hat, swimming costume, sunglass, camera, binocular, sun protection cream and insect repellent spray or cream.


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  • We create fully personalised trips from start to finish, working with you to pick locations, accommodation and guides that suit you.

  • 24 hours turn around time that guarantees quick quotations and their respective itineraries

  • Value for money! We got a good rapport with service providers thus ensuring competetive pricing for all our products.