Duration
6-Day
Meru National Park, Kenya
6-Day Wild Northern Kenya the Untamed Circuit
Overview
Venture beyond the beaten path on this 6-day luxury northern Kenya safari. From Meru's untouched wilderness where Elsa the lioness roamed free, to Samburu's extraordinary Special 5 found nowhere else on earth, to Ol Pejeta's world-famous rhino conservation story this circuit delivers a crowd-free adventure most travelers never discover. Stay at the luxurious Elsa's Kopje, one of Kenya's most beautiful destinations. 3 iconic stops. One unforgettable journey.
Plan snapshot
Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi (City)
Via Meru NP, Samburu NR, Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
Country & park
Kenya / Meru National Park
Style
Safari
Group size
1-12 travelers
Starts
Any day if available
Minimum age
2 years
Activities
game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Accommodation
Elewana Elsa's Kopje Meru - Luxury lodge inside Meru NP
Meals
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included; All Meals Included
Pickup
Airport transfer included
Booking
Request quote
Currency
USD
Rates
Rates Per Person
USD
Start datesSingle2+ people
Jun 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
$4,816 USD
$3,158 USD
Jul 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
$5,869 USD
$3,842 USD
Nov 1, 2026 - Dec 15, 2026
$4,816 USD
$3,158 USD
Dec 16, 2026 - Jan 10, 2027
$5,869 USD
$3,842 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older. Children under 3 are free.
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Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1-2
Meru NP
Day 3-4
Samburu NR
Day 5
Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)
End
Nairobi (City) (Day 6)
Tour Features
Luxury tour
This luxury tour uses lodges and tented camps.
Private tour
This tour will be organized exclusively for you and won't be shared with others.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can be customized
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Suitable for solo travelers
Solo travelers can book this private tour.
2
Minimum age of 2 years
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives & walking safaris (with an armed guide)
Game drives: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
Getting around: pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Accommodation & Meals
Day 1-2
Elewana Elsa's Kopje Meru
Luxury lodge inside Meru NP
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3-4
Ashnil Samburu Camp
Luxury tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
Sweetwaters Serena Camp
Luxury tented camp inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 6
End of tour
(No accommodation)
Breakfast & Lunch Included
Day By Day
Tour step
Arrival
You'll be collected from the airport. Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.
Day 1
Nairobi – Meru National Park
Depart Nairobi early morning and drive north through the scenic highlands of Embu and Meru town, arriving at the park by early afternoon. Check into the luxurious Elsa's Kopje, the only lodge inside Meru National Park, dramatically perched on Mug's Hill with sweeping views of the surrounding wilderness. As the afternoon heat begins to ease, set out on your first game drive along the Murera River, where elephants, waterbuck, giraffes and buffalo make their daily appearance. As darkness falls, gather around the camp for a memorable bush dinner under a vast canopy of stars, accompanied by a detailed orientation briefing from your experienced guide on what to expect across the days ahead. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight. Luxury lodge located inside Meru NP Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Meru National Park Stay: Elewana Elsa's Kopje Meru Luxury lodge located inside Meru NP Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Full exploration of Meru National Park
Rise before dawn and head out at 6 am into Meru's northern plains, a prime territory for lions, cheetahs and leopards, with virtually no other tourist vehicles in sight. This is the Africa that safari dreams are made of: raw, silent and entirely your own. Mid-morning, a ranger-guided walk (optional USD100 per person) leads you deep into the rhino sanctuary for a rare and privileged close encounter with both black and white rhinos, one of the most extraordinary wildlife experiences Kenya has to offer. Enjoy a sundowner beside the Tana River, where hippos yawn lazily and crocodiles bask on the banks in full view. As the afternoon light softens to gold, explore the lush riverine forests on a dedicated birding drive, targeting the African finfoot, palm-nut vulture and vibrant kingfishers among Meru's nearly 400 recorded bird species. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight. Luxury lodge located inside Meru NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Meru National Park Stay: Elewana Elsa's Kopje Meru Luxury lodge located inside Meru NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Meru to Samburu National Reserve
Wake up to have your breakfast and checkout, squeezing every last moment from this extraordinary park as the golden light catches the treetops. Then depart north through the frontier town of Isiolo, watching the landscape transform dramatically before your eyes from Meru's lush tropical greenery to the wide, sun-scorched acacia scrubland of Kenya's rugged north. Arrive in Samburu by midday and check into your lodge, beautifully situated on the banks of the Ewaso Nyiro River with wildlife visible right from the terrace. The afternoon game drive delivers your first electrifying encounter with the Samburu Special Five the reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra, long-necked gerenuk, Somali ostrich and beisa oryx, all unique to this arid northern ecosystem and found almost nowhere else on earth. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight. Luxury tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Samburu National Reserve Stay: Ashnil Samburu Camp Luxury tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Full Exploration of Samburu National Reserve
Wake before sunrise and head to the Ewaso Nyiro River as the bush stirs to life elephants, hippos and Nile crocodiles converge at the water's edge in the cool, still hours of early morning, creating scenes of breathtaking natural drama. Spend the morning on an extended game drive in pursuit of the full Samburu Special Five, with special focus on the gerenuk, a remarkable gazelle that stands tall on its hind legs to browse acacia leaves, and the strikingly patterned reticulated giraffe. As evening approaches, rocky outcrops and dry riverbeds offer some of Kenya's finest opportunities to spot the elusive leopard. Close this unforgettable day with an immersive cultural visit to a traditional Samburu manyatta, where you will meet proud local warriors, learn the art of intricate beadwork and hear compelling stories of their ancient nomadic heritage passed down through generations. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight. Luxury tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Samburu National Reserve Stay: Ashnil Samburu Camp Luxury tented camp bordering Samburu NR without fences Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Enjoy a leisurely breakfast overlooking the Ewaso Nyiro River before departing Samburu and heading south through the spectacular scenery surrounding Mount Kenya, Africa's second highest peak, its snow-capped summit gleaming on clear mornings. Make a memorable stop at the equator along the A2 highway to witness the famous water-draining demonstration that never fails to amaze. Arrive at Ol Pejeta Conservancy and check into Ol Pejeta Safari Cottages, rated among the very finest accommodation in Kenya with exceptional food, guiding and hospitality. The afternoon is devoted to one of the most powerful conservation encounters in Africa a visit to the sanctuary of Najin and Fatu, the world's last two northern white rhinos, and an emotional meeting with Baraka, Ol Pejeta's beloved blind black rhino who can be touched by guests. Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight. Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) Stay: Sweetwaters Serena Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau) Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 6
Ol Pejeta to Nairobi
Rise early one final time for a dawn game drive across Ol Pejeta's open grasslands, where lions, cheetahs, elephants and large buffalo herds roam in remarkable concentrations within this well-managed and compact conservancy. Before checkout, visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary the only place in all of Kenya where rescued chimpanzees from across Africa can be seen up close, a surprising, joyful and deeply moving finale to your safari adventure. Transfer back to Nairobi by road in approximately three and a half hours carrying with you the memories of three extraordinary ecosystems and one truly unforgettable northern Kenya journey. Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Nairobi (City) Stay: No accommodation (End of tour) Meals: Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Tour step
End of tour
Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost. You'll be dropped off at the airport.
Included
Park fees (For non-residents)
All activities (Unless labeled as optional)
All accommodation (Unless listed as upgrade)
A professional driver/guide
All transportation (Unless labeled as optional)
All Taxes/VAT
Roundtrip airport transfer
Meals (As specified in the day-by-day section)
Drinking water (On all days)
Excluded
International flights (From/to home)
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
Tips (Tipping guideline US$20.00 pp per day)
Personal items (Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
Getting There
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
This operator can select your international flights, but you'll have to book them yourself
Fly to/from Jomo Kenyatta Airport (NBO - Check price) in Nairobi
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour can be arranged for an extra cost
Offered by
Lilac Roller Safaris
5.0 operator rating
25 reviews
Lilac Roller Safaris curates authentic, personalized safari experiences across Kenya and East Africa. We help international travelers seeking luxury, worry-free journeys free from poor planning, scams, or disappointment. With expert local knowledge, professional guides, handpicked accommodations, and warm African hospitality, we deliver seamless, tailor-made safaris designed to create unforgettable lifelong memories.
Office In
Kenya
Size
10-20 employees (Founded in 2019)
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda
Traveler feedback
Reviews
Overall
5.0/5Communication
5.0/5Accuracy
5.0/5Value
5.0/5Safety clarity
5.0/5Cultural value
5.0/5The big five with professionals
We spent 4 wonderful days on safari. Everything was perfectly prepared, in accordance with our arrangements. Josephine is very communicative and professional in what she does. Solid and unobtrusive. We had a great guide with whom we felt safe and could see everything we dreamed of. We will definitely come back.
Ela · Poland
Lilac Roller Safaris are absolutely amazing! Highly recommended!
We didn't know what we wanted so we requested Lilac Roller Safaris to recommend an itinerary. Josephine was fantastic, her communication was quick and she ensured that our accomodation was to the standards we wanted. We went to Tanzania and did the Ngorogoro Crater and also the Serengeti which was absolutely amazing. Our game drivers were very well experienced and they were quick to drive us around the vast national park to see amazing wildlife! Highly recommended could not find a fault.
Bhupendra · United Kingdom
An Excellent Tour Company
The company is just excellent in the provision of tour company services
Benjamin Mauko · Kenya
Amazing experience
One of the best experiences in my life. Josephine helped me through the entire planning process and made it very clear on what I could expect once we arrived. Edward was an awesome guide and very knowledgeable. I can't say enough of the great things about them and our safari. I look forward to booking with this company (Lilac Roller Safaris)again in the future
Elisabeth Mukoma · Saudi Arabia
Practical answers
Tour FAQs
Are rates charged per person?
Rates are per person and exclude the international flight from/to your home country.
Which currency is this tour priced in?
This tour is offered in US dollars (USD).
Can children join this tour?
This tour accepts children who are 2 years and older. Children under 3 are free.
Can this tour start on my preferred date?
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
Can the itinerary be customized?
You can request minor changes to the accommodations and destinations of this tour.
Where do travelers stay during this tour?
Elewana Elsa's Kopje Meru - Luxury lodge inside Meru NP. Meals: Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Where does this tour start and end?
This tour starts and ends in Nairobi
Are airport transfers included?
A transfer from and back to the airport is included
Operator policy
Terms and Conditions
Disclaimer
This tour is offered by Lilac Roller Safaris , not SafariBookings.
This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of Lilac Roller Safaris .
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