Kenya Beyond the Beaten Path: From the Northern Wilderness to the Swahili Shores

Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi
Arrive in Nairobi and transfer to The Stanley for check-in and dinner. Take a heritage tour, then rest ahead of the journey to Samburu.
Overnight: The Stanley Nairobi

Day 2: Nairobi – Samburu
After an early breakfast, depart Nairobi by road, passing coffee country and Mount Kenya views to Nanyuki and the Equator. Continue via Isiolo and Archer's Post into Samburu. Arrive for lunch, then set out on your first afternoon game drive for Samburu's Special Five, elephants and big cats. End with a sundowner.
Overnight: Soroi Samburu Lodge

Day 3: Samburu – Koros Camp
After breakfast, leave Samburu and continue north towards South Turkana. The landscape shifts from savannah to volcanic rock, desert, and vast skies. Arrive at Koros Camp in the remote South Horr Valley and settle in before a quad-bike adventure through dry riverbeds. Ride to a scenic sundowner spot. Return to camp for an outdoor dinner.
Overnight: Koros Camp

Day 4: Southern Turkana
After an early breakfast, head from Koros Camp towards Lake Turkana. As the desert opens, the jade waters of the lake appear. Visit the southeastern shores for a boat excursion, exploring the water and volcanic shoreline. Look for birdlife and crocodiles, then meet an El Molo community to learn about their culture and fishing. Enjoy a picnic lunch beside the Jade Sea. Later, switch to fly-camping: sleep in a lightweight tent under the stars.
Overnight: Koros Camp

Day 5: Southern Turkana – Samburu
After breakfast, leave Koros Camp and journey south to Samburu. The landscape changes from volcanic desert to open plains and riverine country. Arrive for lunch, then experience the reserve on a guided nature walk, noticing animal tracks, plants, birdlife and the dryland ecology.
Overnight: Soroi Samburu Lodge

Day 6: Samburu – The Ark, Aberdares
After breakfast, leave Samburu and travel south to the Aberdares. The dry northern plains turn greener as you climb into Kenya's central highlands, giving way to misty forest. Arrive at Aberdares Country Club for lunch, then transfer into Aberdares National Park and on to The Ark. Settle beside the forest waterhole and watch wildlife emerge to drink. After dark, the floodlit waterhole reveals nocturnal activity.
Overnight: The Ark, Aberdares

Day 7: The Ark – Nairobi
After breakfast, leave The Ark and drive back to Nairobi. Head to Karen for lunch, then explore the Karen Blixen Museum, including the former farmhouse, gardens and the story of one of Kenya's most famous literary figures. Enjoy dinner at Carnivore. Return to the hotel before your journey to Lamu.
Overnight: Tamarind Tree Hotel Nairobi

Day 8: Nairobi – Lamu
Depart Nairobi for Lamu by scheduled flight. On arrival at Manda Airport, cross by boat to Shela and settle into island life. Spend the afternoon at Shela Beach: walk the white sands, explore the dunes or swim in the Indian Ocean. Later, board a traditional dhow for a sunset sail between Lamu and Manda Islands. Return to Shela for dinner.
Overnight: Peponi Hotel Lamu

Day 9: Lamu
Begin by exploring the narrow streets of Lamu Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site shaped by Swahili, Arab and Indian influences. Wander its maze-like lanes with a local guide, discovering carved doors, historic buildings, markets and landmarks such as Lamu Fort and the Swahili House Museum. Enjoy a coastal lunch, then visit the ancient Takwa Ruins on Manda Island. End with a sundowner.
Overnight: Peponi Hotel Lamu

Day 10: Lamu – Nairobi – Departure
Enjoy a slower final morning on the island. Start with an optional open-air yoga session in Shela, then explore the village's boutiques and craft shops. Pick up locally made kikoys, leather sandals and handcrafted souvenirs before transferring by boat to Manda Airport. Fly back to Nairobi for your connecting flight home.

Included services:

Accommodation and meal plan as outlined above
Transport in a 4x4 safari land cruiser during the safari
Services of a professional, English-speaking driver-guide
Game drives as specified in the itinerary
Park fees as per the itinerary
Bottled drinking water while on safari
Conservancy fees where applicable
Quadbike ride either 1 morning & 1 evening
Picnic lunch at Lake Turkana South Island
Dinner at the Carnivore restaurant in Nairobi
Transfers Nairobi and Lamu Boating excursion at Lake Turkana day time (Max 6 pax in one boat)
Return flights NBO-LAMU

Recommended travel period:

12th Sept - 20th Dec

Excluded services:

Activities not mentioned above
Lunch and dinner at Peponi Lamu hotel
Dinner and Lunch at Nairobi hotels on arrival
Travel & Personal accident insurance
Excursion not detailed in above program
Recommended driver guide tips $5-10 per person per day
Personal expenses such as telephone calls etc.
Visas, travel/baggage insurance, laundry, beverages, tips
Other item(s) not stated as included above

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