10 Day Kenya Safari – Masai Mara & Samburu Senior Trip

10-Day Kenya Safari for Seniors – Masai Mara & Samburu

This Kenya Safari for Seniors is an ideal African wildlife adventure designed specifically for mature travelers seeking comfort, ease of travel, and unforgettable game viewing. Enjoy an affordable private safari that explores the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve and the hidden northern gems of Samburu and Ol Pejeta Conservancy. This senior-friendly tour includes flights between remote parks, reducing drive time and maximizing your time in nature.

Quick Itinerary Overview

Stay in luxury tented camps, travel in comfortable 4×4 safari vehicles, and enjoy excellent wildlife sightings. Highlights include up-close encounters at the Nairobi Giraffe Centre and Sheldrick Wildlife Trust Elephant Orphanage, followed by immersive safaris in Kenya’s top wildlife destinations. This Kenya Safari for Seniors is tailored to suit older travelers who want an authentic, comfortable safari experience.

Day-by-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya

Your Kenya Safari for Seniors begins in Nairobi. Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, your guide transfers you to a comfortable hotel. The day is free to relax or explore Nairobi’s cultural and natural attractions.

Accommodation: Nairobi hotel
Meals: None

Day 2: Nairobi Excursions – Giraffe Centre & Elephant Orphanage

After breakfast, visit the Giraffe Centre to learn about Rothschild Giraffe conservation. Later, experience the heartwarming work of the Sheldrick Wildlife Trust as you meet orphaned baby elephants. Return to your hotel to relax or dine out.

Accommodation: Nairobi hotel
Activities: Giraffe Centre, Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage
Meals: Breakfast

Day 3: Nairobi to Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Travel north to the renowned Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Enjoy views of Mount Kenya and visit the Sweetwaters Chimpanzee Sanctuary. Ol Pejeta is a wildlife haven and home to the last two northern white rhinos.

Accommodation: Tented Safari Camp, Ol Pejeta
Activities: Chimpanzee Sanctuary, wildlife viewing
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Ol Pejeta to Samburu National Reserve

Drive to Buffalo Springs Game Reserve near Samburu. Enjoy lunch at your riverside lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive to spot Samburu’s unique wildlife like Grevy’s zebra and gerenuk.

Accommodation: Tented Safari Lodge, Buffalo Springs
Activities: Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 5 & 6: Explore Samburu National Reserve

Enjoy morning and afternoon game drives in Samburu over two days. Relax between drives at your riverside camp. Spot elephants, wild dogs, leopards, and the Samburu Special 5 in this peaceful, arid reserve.

Accommodation: Tented Safari Lodge, Buffalo Springs
Activities: Daily Game Drives
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (both days)

Day 7: Flight from Samburu to Masai Mara National Reserve

Catch a scenic flight to Masai Mara. After settling into your luxury tented camp on the Mara River, enjoy an afternoon game drive in Kenya’s premier wildlife destination, known for its high concentration of big cats.

Accommodation: Tented Safari Camp, Masai Mara
Activities: Flight to Masai Mara, Game Drive
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Days 8 & 9: Game Drives in Masai Mara

Spend two full days exploring Masai Mara on early morning and afternoon game drives. This region is home to the Big 5 and, seasonally, the Wildebeest Great Migration. Optional hot-air balloon safaris are available for a bird’s-eye view of the plains.

Accommodation: Tented Safari Camp, Masai Mara
Activities: Morning & Afternoon Game Drives
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (both days)

Day 10: Masai Mara to Nairobi – End of Tour

After breakfast, fly back to Nairobi where the tour concludes with lunch at the iconic Carnivore Restaurant. You will then be transferred to your hotel or the airport for your onward journey.

Activities: Flight to Nairobi
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

About the Wildebeest Great Migration

The Wildebeest Great Migration is a seasonal natural event involving millions of animals moving between Tanzania’s Serengeti and Kenya’s Masai Mara. The timing varies each year. For the best chance to see it, consult with a safari specialist when booking your Kenya Safari for Seniors.