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Steppe Eagle Fly-in Safari

Two comfortable tented camps overlooking the Ewaso Nyiro and Mara River put you at the heart of the action. Experience spectacular diversity in species and habitat with safari in Samburu and the Masaai Mara National Reserve.

Steppe Eagle Fly-in Safari: Day-by-day

More detailed information of what each day entails, and the various places you’ll stay on the Steppe Eagle Fly-in Safari. Everything we do is completely tailor-made so while this is an idea which works well, we’ll always design an itinerary just for you.


Day 1

Starts: JKI Airport Nairobi

On arrival at the airport, you’ll be greeted by a driver after you’ve collected your bags.

Day 1

Nairobi to Samburu by 4WD & light aircraft

It takes about an hour to drive through Nairobi traffic to Wilson Domestic Airport before your 1½-hour light-aircraft flight to Samburu. From Kalama Airstrip, your safari guide will take you on a leisurely 45-minute game drive to the camp, watching for the elephants which give Elephant Bedroom its name.

Elephant Bedroom
Days 1-4

Elephant Bedroom

3 nights
Full Board & ActivitiesSamburu National Reserve, Kenya

Elephant Bedroom is located deep in the heart of the Samburu National Reserve on a lovely stretch of the Ewaso Nyiro River – where game viewing is at its best. It opened in 2008 and offers relatively luxurious tented accommodation in a shady grove of acacias and doum palms.

Elephant Bedroom

Elephant Bedroom is located deep in the heart of the Samburu National Reserve on a lovely stretch of the Ewaso Nyiro River – where game viewing is at its best. It opened in 2008 and offers relatively luxurious tented accommodation in a shady grove of acacias and doum palms.

"Elephant Bedroom has the best location in Samburu"

Mr & Mrs CfromHindhead

Arrived 18 Sep 2022, 3 nights

Elephant Bedroom has a great location in Samburu, and we loved the elephants that frequently pass right through camp. It has an earthy, African feel and would suit those looking for a quiet tented camp that has some of the luxuries you might expect from a larger lodge. See our full report on Elephant Bedroom

94%
35 reviews of Elephant Bedroom by travellers since August 2007

Activities

4WD Safari

Birdwatching

Day 4

Samburu to the Maasai Mara by 4WD & light aircraft

Leaving behind the hills of Samburu, you’ll drive to Kalama Airstrip to catch your scenic flight south to the Maasai Mara. The journey to Little Governors feels quite adventurous, crossing the Mara River by boat before arriving at the camp after a total travel time of around three hours.

Little Governors' Camp
Days 4-8

Little Governors'

4 nights
Full Board & ActivitiesMaasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya

On the lip of an old oxbow of the Mara River, now a broad marsh frequented by elephants, Little Governors' Camp is one of only a handful of places to stay in the Mara Triangle sector of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. It has won a place in the hearts of many safari-goers and has been a favourite with visitors to the Maasai Mara since the 1970s.

Little Governors' Camp

On the lip of an old oxbow of the Mara River, now a broad marsh frequented by elephants, Little Governors' Camp is one of only a handful of places to stay in the Mara Triangle sector of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. It has won a place in the hearts of many safari-goers and has been a favourite with visitors to the Maasai Mara since the 1970s.

"We love Little Governors...tent, food, service, guide and all staff...excellent"

Mr & Mrs EfromNorthumber

Arrived 24 Jan 2024, 4 nights

Little Governors' is our favourite of the three Governors' camps. The location is terrific, and every tent has a wonderful view of the marsh. If you're doing a balloon flight, then staying here makes it very easy. Most first-time safari-goers adore this camp; many come back year after year; and lots of guests wouldn't change a thing. The new fully-solar power arrangements are commendable. And if you like the idea of a streamlined and dependable set-up, and want a camp that is smaller than the main Governors', then take a good look at this one. See our full report on Little Governors' Camp

95%
30 reviews of Little Governors' by travellers since August 2007

Activities

4WD Safari

Birdwatching

Cultural excursion

Hot air ballooning

Day 8

Maasai Mara to Nairobi 4WD & light aircraft

Today you’ll enjoy a final game drive before the hour’s flight back to Nairobi. You’ll be met by a guide and private vehicle and, time dependent, you may have the chance to explore the city and go for a meal before returning to the international airport for your onward flight.

Day 8

Ends: JKI Airport Nairobi

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Optional extra day-trips and excursions possible whilst staying at lodges on this trip. These are usually best arranged in advance so talk to us.


Balloon flight over the Mara

Balloon flight over the Mara

3 hours in total - morning only

With the sun rising over the Loita Hills, you scramble into the balloon basket for the start of a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You’re about to go drifting with the breeze above the trees and plains of one of the world’s greatest wildlife regions.

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Reteti Elephant Orphanage visit

Reteti Elephant Orphanage visit

One-and-a-half hours, plus transfers

Visit the community-run Reteti Elephant Sanctuary in Samburu, for an intimate experience meeting the orphaned baby elephants who have been rescued from the surrounding regions. They are hand-reared by Samburu keepers, until they are ready to be released back into the wild.

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100% (14 reviews)

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