9 Days Northern Rift Valley Kenya
Already done the Mara? Head north to Meru, Samburu, Solio and the Aberdares: quieter parks, Samburu's Special Five and a rhino sanctuary.
Tour details
Duration: 9 days
Best for: Repeat Kenya travellers, wildlife lovers, off-the-beaten-track explorers
Group size: Private tour, your group and your guide
Travel style: Safari, adventure, photography, hiking
Introduction
Have you already done the Mara? Then head north. Meru, Samburu, Solio and the Aberdares are quieter and show you wildlife you won't see in the south, including Samburu's "Special Five". It's a good second trip to Kenya.
On this journey, you will explore the following highlights:
Northern Rift – Wild and Untouched
Samburu National Reserve – Home of the Special Five
Samburu Tribe – Guardians of the North
Solio Ranch – The First Rhino Sanctuary
Rhino Conservation – Protecting the Giants
Walking Safaris – Step Into the Wild
Day to day programme
Day 1: Arrive in Nairobi
Transfer to your hotel.
Day 2: To Meru National Park
A scenic drive and an afternoon game drive.
Day 3: A full day in Meru
Day 4: To Samburu
Evening game drive.
Day 5: Samburu and Buffalo Springs
A full day looking for the Special Five.
Day 6: Solio Rhino Sanctuary
Transfer and game drive.
Day 7: Rhinos, then the Aberdares
A morning rhino viewing, then on to the Aberdare ranges.
Day 8: A guided hike in the Aberdares
Optional afternoon game drive.
Day 9: Back to Nairobi
Airport transfer for your flight.
Meals
Full board.
Price
Every tour is private, and prices vary by season and group size, so we quote each trip individually.
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What's included
Includes
- Airport transfers
- Full-board accommodation
- Private 4×4 safari vehicle and guide
- Park entry fees
- Bottled drinking water
- All activities mentioned in the itinerary (including the guided Aberdare hike)
Excludes
- International flights and visa
- Optional activities (such as the afternoon game drive on Day 8)
- Travel insurance
- Extra meals and drinks
- Tips and personal expenses
Accommodations
During the trip, you will stay at:
Ikweta Safari Camp (Meru)
Ashnil Samburu Camp
Rhino Watch Safari Lodge (Solio)
The Ark or Aberdare Country Club (Aberdare)
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