Duration
5-Day
Meru National Park, Kenya
5-Day Breathtaking Aberdare Samburu and Nakuru NP Luxury
Overview
This is the most interesting experience, from the Kenyan Capital city, Nairobi and passing through the equator and the scenic Mount Kenya region en route to Meru National Park which offers herds of wildlife, including the famed Big Five and a bird watchers paradise. Later you will visit Samburu game reserve which is known for it's northern species of game seldom found south of the equator not forgetting the abundant diverse bird life found in this region.
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Quick Facts
Route
Nairobi to Nairobi (City)
Via Samburu NR, Meru NP, Aberdare NP
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
Accommodation
Elephant Bedroom Camp - Luxury tented camp inside Samburu NR
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
Jan 1, 2026 - Jun 30, 2026
n/a* USD
$2,365 USD
Jul 1, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
n/a* USD
$2,585 USD
Before booking
Important To Know
This tour is not available to solo travelers or groups larger than 2 people.
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.
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Route
country
Kenya
Start
Nairobi (Day 1)
Day 1
Samburu NR
Day 2
Meru NP
Day 3
Aberdare NP
Day 4
Lake Nakuru NP
End
Nairobi (City) (Day 5)
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.
Not for solo travelers
Solo travelers cannot book this private tour.
2
Minimum age of 2 years
The minimum age for this tour is 2 years.
Activities & Transportation
Activities: game drives
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
Elephant Bedroom Camp
Luxury tented camp inside Samburu NR
Day 1: Lunch & Dinner Included; Day 2: All Meals Included
Day 3
The Ark Lodge
Mid-range lodge inside Aberdare NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 4
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Luxury lodge inside Lake Nakuru NP – All Meals Included
All Meals Included
Day 5
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 to Samburu National Reserve
Early in the morning you will be picked either from the airport or your Nairobi accommodation and depart from Nairobi passing agricultural farmlands enroute to Nanyuki where you will have a stopover at the equator for photo and demonstration on how water spins North and South of the equator. Later you will continue with your safari driving to northen part of Kenya via isiolo, then into Samburu National reserve which offers herds of wildlife, including the famed Big Five – elephant, rhino, lion, buffalo and leopard and a bird watchers paradise. Other than its natural beauty, Samburu is known for the special five and home to a good number of birds. You will arrive in time for lunch at Elephant bedroom camp followed by afternoon game drive before you return to the camp to wait for dinner followed by overnight. Meal Plan (Lunch, Dinner). Luxury tented camp located inside Samburu NR Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Samburu National Reserve Stay: Elephant Bedroom Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Samburu NR Meals: Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included) Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 2
Samburu National Reserve
Breakfast will be served then proceed for game drive, you will have the full day exploring Samburu with a break for hot lunch at the camp, a haven of beauty and peace in semi-arid land, rugged landscape and majestic surroundings. The Samburu region is known for it's northern species of game seldom found south of the equator. Here you will find the Grevy's zebra, Beisa Oryx, reticulated giraffe, Somali Ostrich, long-necked gerenuk, and dainty dik dik, as well as some of the most beautiful bird life in Kenya. You'll also see herds of elephant, plains game and their predators. Elephant bedroom camp. Luxury tented camp located inside Samburu NR All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Meru National Park Stay: Elephant Bedroom Camp Luxury tented camp located inside Samburu NR Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 3
Samburu to Aberdares
After breakfast you will depart for Aberdare National Park arriving in good time for lunch at Aberdare Country Club the base hotel for The Ark Lodge. After lunch you will be transferred to The Ark for game viewing and overnight with the lodge vehicle. In the afternoon, you will have time at leisure game viewing from the balcony of the lodge for the animals that comes around the waterholes until evening. Note- you only need a soft bag with overnight essential. The other bags will be left at the Aberdare Country Club. You will also say goodbye to your guide since you will not be seeing them until next morning as the lodge driver guides take charge. Meals and Overnight: Ark Lodge or Similar (FB). Mid-range lodge located inside Aberdare NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Aberdare National Park Stay: The Ark Lodge Mid-range lodge located inside Aberdare NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 4
Aberdares to Lake Nakuru National park
You will have morning tea at 0630hrs before being transferred to the base hotel for breakfast and thereafter connect with your driver guide for Lake Nakuru National Park. En route you will have picnic stop over at the Thomson Fall and the Equator before proceeding to the park and arriving in time for lunch. Later after time at leisure, you will have an evening game drive form 1600hrs returning to the Lodge after sunset. Meals and Overnight: Sarova lion hill lodge or Similar (FB). Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Destination: Lake Nakuru National Park Stay: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge Luxury lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP Meals: All meals included Drinking water (Other drinks not included)
Day 5
Lake Nakuru Np to Nairobi
After breakfast you will depart from the lodge with game drive enroute back to Nairobi where you will be dropped off either at your Nairobi accommodation or airport for your onward journey connections. end of the safari. 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$10.00 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
Nkishon Tours And Travel
5.0 operator rating
20 reviews
Nkishon safaris is one of the most celebrated upcoming young led Agency founded by Ms. Abigail, our goal is to match clients a-lifetime travel experiences in a very professional way. We are mid and luxury safaris specialist dedicated to delivering the experiences that are entirely customizable and bona fide in east Africa. Our itineraries are built on a Plenty of local knowledge of the country and its landscapes. Our safari guides are the best in class and admired for their hospitality.
Office In
Kenya
Size
5-10 employees (Founded in 2023)
Member Of
SKAL, TRA & KAWT
Tour Types
Custom mid-range & luxury tours that can start every day
Destinations
Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda
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.
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?
Elephant Bedroom Camp - Luxury tented camp inside Samburu NR. 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 Nkishon Tours And Travel, 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 Nkishon Tours And Travel.
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