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Unexplored Northern Kenya: An 8-Day Safari

Your own guide, your own vehicle, and an itinerary shaped entirely around you.

8 Days / 7 Nights Up to 20 Guests Free Itinerary Changes Local Expert Guide

About This Tour

An 8-day safari into Kenya's rarely visited north — Nairobi's museums, a rainforest walk on Mount Kenya, Meru National Park, Samburu's big cats, and the rhino sanctuary at Solio. A private safari throughout, with your own English-speaking driver-guide.

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Day-by-Day Itinerary

A private guide, driver, and vehicle for the entire trip, with hotels pre-arranged at every overnight stop — the pace and any optional stops can still be shaped around your group.

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Arrival

Arrival pickup at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), Nairobi.

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Day 1 — Nairobi City

Arrive in Nairobi and visit the Botanical Gardens and the National Museum before checking in at Gracia Gardens.

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Day 2 — Mt. Kenya Forest

Head north to the foothills of Mount Kenya for a guided nature walk through the rainforest, spotting monkeys, bushbuck, and duiker.

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Day 3 — Meru National Park

A safari through Meru, spotting Grevy's zebra, elephant, and over 400 recorded bird species, overnighting at Ikweta Safari Camp.

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Day 4 — Meru National Park

A second day of safari with a sunrise breakfast, then a return to camp for an evening of relaxation.

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Day 5 — Samburu Game Reserve

Spot big cats — lion, leopard, and cheetah — alongside impala, buffalo, and hippo, plus over 450 recorded bird species.

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Day 6 — Samburu Game Reserve

An optional Samburu village visit or river safari, then a return to the lodge for the evening.

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Day 7 — Solio Rhino Sanctuary

Visit Solio for rhino viewing or a nature walk, staying at Sandai Farm guest house with an optional night drive.

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Day 8 — Departure

A transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your departure flight.

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Departure

The trip ends with a transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) in Nairobi for your departure flight.

What's Included

A private vehicle and driver, just for your group
A professional, knowledgeable local guide
Hotels and transport arranged for every day of the trip
Pacing and optional stops shaped around your group
All tolls, parking, and fuel

What's Not Included

Attraction admission tickets, unless noted as included
Meals and snacks
Gratuities for your guide or driver
Personal expenses

Why Book a Private Tour With Voyzo?

Your group only — never combined with strangers
Crowded 50+ seat group buses
Fully custom stops, built around you
A fixed script with no flexibility
Door-to-door pickup, wherever you're staying
Meeting at a fixed public meeting point
Direct, transparent pricing — no marketplace markup
Third-party booking fees

Important Information

Know Before You Book

  • Group size can range from 1 to 20 guests — we match the vehicle to your party.
  • Pricing depends on group size, vehicle, and tour length, and is confirmed after your quote request.
  • Tour duration is flexible — the times shown are a typical starting point.

Know Before You Go

  • We'll confirm your exact pickup time and vehicle details after booking.
  • Bring a camera, comfortable shoes, and weather-appropriate layers.
  • Your arrival flight details are required to confirm the itinerary.

Special Requests

  • Mobility needs, dietary notes, or accessibility requirements? Let us know when requesting your quote and we'll arrange accordingly.
  • Traveling with young children or larger groups — just tell us, and we'll recommend the right vehicle.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes — your own English-speaking driver-guide and vehicle throughout, with all transfers included.
It stays entirely north of Nairobi — Mount Kenya's forest, Meru National Park, Samburu, and the Solio rhino sanctuary — skipping the Masai Mara circuit most Kenya safaris follow.
Yes — day 7 visits the Solio Sanctuary, one of Kenya's most reliable places to see both black and white rhino.
It suits travelers who've already done a classic Mara safari, or who want a quieter, less-visited alternative — Meru and Samburu see far fewer vehicles than the Mara.
Once your quote is accepted, we'll confirm your exact pickup time, vehicle, and driver details by email ahead of your tour date.
Yes — reach out to our team any time before your tour and we'll do our best to accommodate itinerary or schedule changes.

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