7-Day Into the Wild Safari – Mid-Range Kenya Safari
This 7-Day Into the Wild Safari – Mid-Range is an adventurous Kenya safari crafted for travelers who want to experience both Kenya’s iconic parks and its remote northern wilderness.
Starting and ending in Nairobi, the itinerary combines the legendary predator-rich plains of Masai Mara National Reserve, the rhino haven of Lake Nakuru National Park, the misty forests of Aberdare National Park, and the rugged semi-arid beauty of Samburu National Reserve.
Travel throughout the safari in a pop-up roof safari minivan, offering comfortable road travel and elevated wildlife viewing.
Stay in carefully selected mid-range lodges and tented camps with warm hospitality, full board meals, and excellent locations.
This safari is ideal for those seeking diversity, adventure, and a deeper look into Kenya’s extraordinary ecosystems.
Who This Safari Is Ideal For
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Travelers wanting more than the standard Kenya safari route
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Wildlife lovers seeking varied habitats and species
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Couples wanting adventure with comfort
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Families looking for educational safari experiences
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Birdwatchers and photographers seeking diversity
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Mid-range travelers wanting strong value and variety
Why This Safari Best
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Combines classic parks with remote northern wilderness
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Excellent mix of Big Five wildlife and rare Samburu species
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Diverse landscapes: plains, lake, forest, mountains, and arid bush
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Logical overland route from Nairobi and back
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Mid-range lodges offer comfort throughout
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Ideal for adventurous travelers wanting something different
Tour Highlights
2 nights in world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve
Lake Nakuru rhinos, giraffes, and birdlife
Unique overnight stay in Aberdare forest region
2 nights in rugged Samburu National Reserve
Search for Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk, and reticulated giraffe
Scenic drive through central Kenya highlands
Full board mid-range accommodation
Guided safari in pop-up roof minivan
Tour Map
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 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.
Suitable for all ages
This tour is suitable for children of all ages.
Can start any day
If availability permits, this tour can start on any day.
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Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
Your safari begins with morning pick-up in Nairobi followed by a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley.
Stop at a viewpoint before continuing via Narok town toward Masai Mara.
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or camp. Later, enjoy an afternoon game drive searching for lions, elephants, zebras, giraffes, and antelope across the open plains.
Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Nairobi to Masai Mara – Approx. 5.5 to 6 hours (270 km) by pop-up roof safari minivan
Sarova Mara Game Camp
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Full Day in Masai Mara
Spend a full day exploring one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserves.
Morning and afternoon game drives offer chances to see lions, cheetahs, buffalo, elephants, hyenas, leopards, and many plains animals.
Relax between drives or enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve to maximize wildlife viewing time.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Full-day game drives within Masai Mara National Reserve
Sarova Mara Game Camp
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Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and drive through the Rift Valley toward Lake Nakuru National Park.
Arrive in time for lunch followed by an afternoon game drive.
Lake Nakuru is famous for white and black rhinos, Rothschild giraffes, seasonal flamingos, and rich birdlife around the lake.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru – Approx. 5 to 6 hours (300 km) by safari minivan
Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
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Lake Nakuru to Aberdare National Park
After breakfast, travel through Kenya’s lush central highlands toward Aberdare National Park.
The scenery shifts from open plains to forests, waterfalls, and cool mountain air.
Arrive at your lodge or tree hotel where animals often visit nearby waterholes, creating excellent wildlife viewing directly from the lodge decks.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Lake Nakuru to Aberdare – Approx. 4 to 5 hours (190 km) by safari minivan
Aberdare Country Club
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Aberdare to Samburu National Reserve
After breakfast, drive north crossing the equator into the drier landscapes of Samburu.
The terrain becomes rugged and dramatic, signaling entry into Kenya’s northern frontier.
Arrive for lunch before an afternoon game drive searching for elephants, lions, Grevy’s zebra, gerenuk, and reticulated giraffe.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Aberdare to Samburu – Approx. 4 to 5 hours (210 km) by safari minivan
Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp
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Full Day in Samburu National Reserve
Enjoy a full day exploring Samburu’s unique ecosystems of riverine woodland, scrubland, and rocky hills.
The Ewaso Nyiro River draws wildlife throughout the day.
Morning and afternoon game drives focus on Samburu’s rare northern species alongside elephants, predators, and birdlife.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Transport: Full-day game drives within Samburu National Reserve
Samburu Intrepids Tented Camp
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Samburu to Nairobi
After breakfast, depart Samburu and drive south through the Mount Kenya region back to Nairobi.
Enjoy scenic countryside and local life along the route.
Arrive in the late afternoon for hotel or airport drop-off, ending your unforgettable Into the Wild Kenya safari.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
Transport: Samburu to Nairobi – Approx. 6 to 7 hours (320 km) by safari minivan
No Accommodation ( End of the Tour )
Important to know
The prices below are per person (based on two adults travelling together) and please note that the prices are approximate for 2026.
Please contact us for accurate costings for the time of year you are considering for your holiday.
There are multiple season changes across the year and numerous room categories that can change the price of any trip.
Prices include all internal flights, transfers, reserve fees, accommodation, and meals as specified in the day-to-day itinerary.
Prices exclude international flights, tipping, visa, and any meals not included.