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9 Days Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Masai Mara & Amboseli Safari | Fly & Drive

Experience Kenya’s ultimate 9-day safari: fly & drive to Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Masai Mara & Amboseli. Spot the Big Five, Special Five & stay in luxury lodges with Annest Kenya Safaris.

Luxury Kenya Safaris

9 Days Fly & Drive Safari to Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Masai Mara & Amboseli

Our Most Complete Kenya Fly & Drive Safari

Embark on the ultimate Kenya adventure with Annest Kenya Safaris. This 9-day fly & drive safari combines luxury fly-in convenience with the thrill of road safaris — giving you the best of both worlds. Explore four iconic parks — Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Masai Mara, and Amboseli — home to the Big Five, the Special Five of Samburu, and unforgettable landscapes like Mount Kilimanjaro’s backdrop.

Whether you’re a couple, family, or small group, this itinerary is designed for maximum wildlife, minimal travel fatigue, and unforgettable experiences.

Safari Highlights

  • Fly & drive combo: save travel time while enjoying scenic drives.

  • Samburu National Reserve: Meet the rare Special Five — Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and reticulated giraffe.

  • Ol Pejeta Conservancy: East Africa’s largest black rhino sanctuary + Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Sanctuary.

  • Masai Mara Game Reserve: Big Five game drives + the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal).

  • Amboseli National Park: Iconic elephant herds with snow-capped Kilimanjaro in the background.

  • Luxury & comfort: Stay in handpicked lodges and tented camps.

  • Private, customizable safari: Adjust pace, activities, or lodge options.

Day-by-Day Itinerary: 9 Days Fly & Drive Safari to Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Masai Mara & Amboseli

Day 1: Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve (Flight)

Morning flight from Nairobi to Samburu. Meet your guide on arrival, enjoy your first game drive en route to the lodge. Afternoon safari through Samburu’s rugged landscape. Overnight at a luxury lodge/tented camp.

Highlight: First encounters with elephants and Samburu’s rare “Special Five.”

Day 2: Full Day in Samburu

Morning and afternoon game drives across Samburu’s striking semi-arid savannah. Optional cultural visit to a Samburu village.

Highlight: Spot leopards resting in acacia trees.

Day 3: Samburu – Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Drive)

Drive south to Ol Pejeta, a pioneering conservancy. Afternoon game drive inside the sanctuary.

Highlight: Visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary & track endangered black rhinos.

Day 4: Ol Pejeta – Fly to Masai Mara Game Reserve

Board a morning flight to the Masai Mara, Kenya’s most famous park. Afternoon game drive across the savannah.

Highlight: First sight of the Big Cats – lions, cheetahs, or leopards.

Day 5 & 6: Full Days in Masai Mara

Two full days exploring the Mara. Sunrise and sunset game drives, plus optional hot-air balloon safari.

Highlight: Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration (July–October) or dramatic predator action year-round.

Day 7: Masai Mara – Fly to Amboseli National Park

Morning flight to Amboseli. Afternoon game drive in Kenya’s elephant capital.

Highlight: Photograph elephants framed by Mount Kilimanjaro.

Day 8: Full Day in Amboseli

Morning and afternoon safaris. Amboseli offers one of Africa’s best chances to see large herds of elephants up close.

Highlight: Birdwatching — over 400 recorded species.

Day 9: Amboseli – Nairobi (Drive/Flight)

Final morning game drive. Return to Nairobi by road or optional flight. Drop-off at hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for departure.

What's Included-9 Days Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Masai Mara & Amboseli Fly & Drive Safari

5-day The great migration safari

Courtesy Transfers Courtesy Pick up / Drop off at Hotel or Residence

5-day Kenya safari Jeep

Transport in a customized pop up top 4x4 Land Cruiser jeep.

Return flights to Nairobi

Family safari with Annest Kenya safaris

Professional English/French/German/Spanish-speaking safari guide

Kenya safari lodges and tented camps

2nights full-board lodge/camp stay

5 days Kenya safari

Park entry fees

5-day food on a safari

All meals on safari Bottled drinking water in safari vehicle

amref flying doctors

The flying doctors’ emergency medical evacuation/ rescue insurance cover.

What's Excluded

- Bottled & Soft Drinks - Items and services of a personal nature - Tips & Gratuities.

Why Book With Annest Kenya Safaris?

It's time for safari....

  • Time-Saving Flights: Skip long drives, enjoy more wildlife time.

  • Luxury Specialized Safari Packages: Handpicked lodges for comfort and authenticity.

  • Private Kenya safaris available for couples, families, and photographers.

  • Fast Support: WhatsApp, call, or email – get answers in minutes.

  • Sustainable Travel: We support local communities & conservation efforts.

Ready for the Adventure of a Lifetime?

Your adventure of a lifetime is just one click away. Whether you’re dreaming of photographing Samburu’s unique wildlife or watching the Great Migration in Masai Mara, we’ll make it happen.

FAQs – 9 Days Samburu, Ol Pejeta, Masai Mara & Amboseli Fly & Drive Safari

It saves time with flights while giving you scenic road safari experiences, offering the best of both worlds.

 

June–October (dry season & migration) and December–March (great wildlife viewing, fewer crowds).

 

Yes! Extend to the coast (Diani, Mombasa, Zanzibar) or adjust the parks and lodges.

 

The Big Five in Masai Mara & Amboseli, Samburu’s Special Five, plus chimpanzees at Ol Pejeta.

 

Yes, we provide choices from mid-range camps to ultra-luxury lodges.