7 Days Masai Mara and Laikipia Safari
This extraordinary 7 Days Masai Mara and Laikipia Safari takes you to the world – famous Masai Mara National Reserve and the less – popular but equally captivating Suyian Conservancy in Laikipia. Here you will witness the awe-inspiring Big Five in the Mara on game drives before delving into the rich biodiversity of Suyian, where exclusive wildlife encounters, including rarities such as black leopard, and off-the beaten safari experience await.
Highlights of 7 Days Masai Mara and Laikipia Safari
Day 1 to 3: Masai Mara National Reserve
Day 4 to 6: Suyian Conservancy, Laikipia
Detailed Itinerary of 7 Days Masai Mara and Laikipia Safari
Day 1 to 3: Masai Mara National Reserve
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya’s capital city, you will be met by a Sambu Africa Safaris Representative. He will assist you through customs and with your luggage before escorting you to the pick-up area where you will be transferred to Wilson Airport for a light aircraft flight to &Beyond Kichwa Tembo Airstrip.
On landing you will be meet by your Driver-Guide and begin your Masai Mara Adventure.
Masai Mara National Reserve is an unforgettable safari destination offering unforgettable game safaris thanks to its abundance of wildlife and spectacular landscapes. With gently rolling hills and wide – open plains, it is the quintessential African safari experience. Expect to encounter large numbers of animals year – round, with big herds of elephant, buffalo and other plains game. Also, it is common to see predator interaction.
Over the next days, take your time exploring this wilderness area, reawakening your safari soul during your three night stay at &Beyond Bateleur Camp
&Beyond Bateleur Camp – Tucked beneath the forested Oloololo Escarpment, where the Great Rift Valley begins and Out of Africa took its final bow. The camp allows access to a range of unique safari experiences in Masai Mara.
Activities to do
- Witness the Great Migration – Witness the awe-inspiring spectacle as millions of wildebeests traverse vast plains in a grand migration
- Hot air balloon over the Masai Mara – Rise into the silence as the sun casts its first array onto the savannah plains.
- Maasai Cultural Visit – Visit the local Masai people for a glimpse into their traditional wildlife.
- Safari game drives in Masai Mara – Get a taste of classical safari in Masai Mara as you explore the savannah plains from your safari vehicle.
Day 4 to 6: Suyian Conservancy, Laikipia
After breakfast at the lodge, your guide will drive you to the airstrip for your flight onward to Loisaba Airstrip.
Spanning approximately 17,806 hectares, Suyian Conservancy named after the local Maa word for African Wild Dog is situated amidst the Laikipia ecosystem, forming a crucial wildlife corridor with diverse landscapes including grasslands, savannahs, woodlands, and river fronts. Originally a cattle ranch, it has transformed into a conservation – focused area with limited cattle, emphasizing community development alongside conservation efforts. Hosting over 100 mammal species, including rare ones like the black leopard and African wild dog. Also, it shelters endangered species like Grevy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe.
Over the next few days, take your time exploring this wilderness area, depending your love for safari during your three –night stay at &Beyond Suyian Lodge
Experiences to do
- Visit the Local Community – Step into the rhythms of village life, share stories, sip locally brewed tea and learn what it means to belong here
- Horseback riding safaris – Saddle up for silent encounters and enjoy sweeping views, riding through vast country where wildlife appears without warming.
- Wellness Journey – Whether through yoga, still meditation, or quiet observation, Suyian Lodge invites you to fully habit the quiet.
- Active Ranching – Join herders at day break. Feel the thunder of hooves and witness the raw choreography of working the land with grace and grit.
- Guided nature walks – Feel the texture of the wild beneath your feet as expert guides following ancient trails and read stories written in the dust.
Day 7: Departure
Enjoy a last early morning game drive and breakfast at the lodge before biding a fond farewell to Kenya as you make your back to Loisaba Airstrip. From here, you will board your scheduled flight to Wilson Airport in Nairobi.
Here you will be picked up by our representative who will transfer you to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight.
End of Your 7 Days Masai Mara and Laikipia Safari
