10-Day Kenya’s Samburu Adventure & Island Paradise

$6,420 - $12,520

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Overview

This 10-day Kenya Samburu, Masai Mara and Lamu island tour is where adventure, relaxation and classic safari experiences meet in a harmonious blend to create the perfect African getaway. Ideal for nature-lovers and romantics, this itinerary takes you through some of Kenya's most beautiful landscapes paired with intimate, exclusive accommodation that keep your comfortable throughout your visit.

Start in Samburu, a unique wildlife destination promising exciting big game sightings, cultural explorations of ancient mountains and rock art led by Samburu warriors, and an indescribable stay at a lodge built into and around a giant volcanic rock face.

Next is a visit to the iconic Masai Mara. Stay at classic under-canvas tented camp that immerses you in the untouched surrounding nature without foregoing modern comforts. Set away from the more popular regions of the Masai Mara, guests enjoy a wildlife-rich location where they delight in learning specialised bush skills from Maasai warriors to help track the Big 5, particularly rhino.

Conclude this fantastic 10-day Kenya bush and beach tour with a tropical island escape. Stay at the tranquil resort of Manda Bay, a boutique hotel in the paradisical Lamu Archipelago. Indulge in barefoot luxury experiences, ranging from poolside lounging and slow-paced sunset cruises on the Indian Ocean to more adventurous escapades, like scuba diving, snorkelling, kayaking, and kite surfing.

Highlights & Activities

What's on offer whilst on this itinerary?
  • Explore three of Kenya's premier destinations: Samburu, Masai Mara & Lamu
  • The ideal bush & beach adventure
  • Sightings of iconic African animals, like lion, elephant, leopard and rhino
  • Spot Kenya plains game, such as the Samburu Big 5 and wild dog
  • Explore lesser-visited conservancies of the Masai Mara
  • Interact with Samburu and Maasai warriors
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Summary

Tour Duration: 10 days
Start: Samburu, Kenya
End: Lamu, Kenya

Destinations visited

Sunrise over the Masai Mara, with a pair of low-flying hot air balloons and a herd of wildebeest below in the typical red oat grass of the region. In Kenya during the annual Great Migration.
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Accommodations visited

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Samburu, Kenya

Saruni Samburu
3 Nights
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Masai Mara, Kenya

Saruni Wild
3 Nights
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Lamu, Kenya

Manda Bay
3 Nights

Itinerary

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  • Helicopter excursion.
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Itinerary information

Your 10-day Kenya bush and beach itinerary kicks off in one of the country's most beautiful locations. Arrive at Saruni Samburu, a unique lodge built into and around a giant volcanic rock face. The lodge's unique location affords it unbelievable views over the endless valleys and rolling plains, making it an ideal stay for the nature-loving traveller.

Kalama Conservancy, where Saruni is based, is teeming with an array of wildlife, promising thrilling wildlife encounters that includes spotting big cats, the super-rare wild dog, large herds of elephant, and the famous ‘Samburu Big 5' – Grevy's zebra, the long-necked gerenuk, reticulated giraffe, besia oryx, and Somali ostrich. Explore this incredible region on Samburu-guided nature walks, game drives, and night drives.

Saruni Samburu information

  • Built into and around a giant volcanic rock face with unbelievable views

  • Nature walks with excellent Samburu guides

  • Interesting Samburu rock art and cultural interactions

  • Excellent bird watching and photography from the private hide by a waterhole

  • Riverside picnics and bush dinners (by arrangement)

  • 'Warriors' programme for children

  • Fully inclusive safari with complimentary 30-minute massage

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  • Al fresco dining among wildlife.
  • Views from the main lounge.
  • Saruni Wild luxury tented accommodation.
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  • Saruni Wild double tent under the stars.
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  • Views from the main lounge.
  • Hot air balloon migration sighting.
  • Al fresco dining among wildlife.
  • The dining room.
  • Campfire evenings.
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After one last meal in the Samburu, you'll enjoy a comfortable transfer to Saruni Wild, a Hemingway-style tented camp in a game-rich region of the famous Masai Mara. This tranquil hideaway in a picturesque forest provides an immersive classic safari experience that sees guests forming a deep connection to the surrounding nature.

A variety of activities are on offer at Saruni Wild that get you up-close the wild residents of the Masai Mara, including the chance to track the Big 5 and endangered rhino using specialised bush skills from Maasai warriors. You can also look forward to game drives, guided nature walks, night drives, and optional hot-air balloon safaris and scenic flights in the Mara North and Lemek Conservancies.

Saruni Wild information

  • Hemingway-style camp in the Mara North & Lemek Conservancies

  • Excellent game viewing including elephant, leopard & buffalo

  • Private Maasai guides

  • Nature walks with specialist hosts

  • Flying & hot-air balloon safaris on request

  • Access to Wellbeing Space at Saruni Mara

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  • Fun Family Activities at Manda Bay Lodge.
  • Snorkelling at Manda Bay Lodge.
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  • Swimming pool
  • Afternoon drinks.
  • Dining with views of Manda Bay.
  • Enjoy a siesta on the beach.
  • Alfresco dining.
  • Water sport activities on offer.
  • Twin suite.
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End one of the best Kenya safari and beach tours on offer on the highest of notes. After breakfast at Saruni Wild, head to Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to catch a flight to Lamu Airport. The final accommodation on your itinerary is Manda Bay, a luxury beachside retreat settled on an unspoilt, tropical island in Kenya's Lamu Archipelago.

Spend your last few days in Africa soaking up the sun and delighting in barefoot luxury away from the modern world. For those who prefer slow-paced holidays, indulge in the peaceful lounging areas boasting picturesque views, sunset cruises, sipping on drinks by the pool, and revitalising spa treatments. Travellers with a more adventurous streak can look forward to a host of activities, such as fishing, kayaking, kite surfing, sailing, motorboat rides, surfing, water-skiing, windsurfing, and scuba diving.

Manda Bay information

  • A boutique hotel on an island in the Lamu Archipelago off the coast of Kenya

  • Dolphins, turtles & humpback whales frequent the area

  • Deep-sea fishing, snorkelling, windsurfing & dhow safaris

  • Peaceful lounging areas with magical views

  • A perfect retreat for both families & honeymooners

Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

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Spend your final moments in Lamu savouring one last breakfast before heading back to the airport to catch your flight to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport. From here, you'll board your connecting flight back home. We hope to see you again, soon!

Rates

Competitive rates for unforgettable experiences
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Date Price
2026-01-01 - 2026-01-31 $12,520
2026-02-01 - 2026-03-31 $6,630
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-30 $6,420
2026-06-01 - 2026-06-30 $6,420
2026-07-01 - 2026-07-31 $6,560
2026-08-01 - 2026-08-31 $6,630
2026-09-01 - 2026-09-30 $6,420
2026-10-01 - 2026-10-31 $6,630
2026-11-01 - 2026-11-30 $6,560
2026-12-01 - 2026-12-31 $6,960

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Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently.

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  • All rates are subject to availability and may change without notice.
  • Single supplements may apply.
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Expert Opinion

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Justin Chapman

Justin Chapman

Africa Safari Expert

This itinerary blends adventure, exclusivity, and relaxation in Kenya's most breathtaking landscapes. Saruni Samburu offers dramatic views and cultural immersion, while Saruni Wild delivers an intimate, classic safari in the heart of the Mara. Ending at Manda Bay provides the perfect barefoot-luxury retreat on Kenya's pristine coastline.

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What’s Included?

  • 9 nights accommodation
  • Meals:
  • Saruni Samburu : Enquire for confirmation
  • Saruni Wild : Enquire for confirmation
  • Manda Bay : Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)
  • All necessary permits, conservancy and park fees
  • All activities specified, including morning and evening game drives each full day on safari
  • 24/7 assistance and support during your trip
  • Complete financial protection with our Money-Back Guarantee

What’s Excluded?

  • Your international flights to and from Africa + any related taxes
  • Any travel visas you require (though we help you with this)
  • Tips
  • Personal items (eg. travel insurance, souvenirs)
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