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Flying Basecamp Explorer
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Flying Basecamp Explorer

This journey offers more than a typical wildlife safari — it’s a deep, intimate exploration of Kenya’s rich culture, traditions and wilderness from a local perspective. From training alongside Samburu warriors and visiting a traditional Maasai homestead, to dining under the stars with members of the community and exploring the bush on foot with guides who know it best, this tour lets you connect profoundly with the people, land and stories that make Kenya truly special - an opportunity you simply can't find on ordinary journeys.

Tour Nights

  • Samburu: 3 nights
  • Masai Mara: 3 nights

Tour At a Glance

  • Warriors Academy Experience: Spend time with Samburu warriors, learn bush skills, traditions and stories directly from the people who know the land best
  • Samburu Village Visit: Gain intimate insight into their daily routines, rich traditions and unique way of life — from ceremonies to handicrafts
  • Walking Safari with Maasai: Join a Maasai guide on a bush walk to discover their intimate knowledge of flora, fauna and survival techniques
  • Cultural Bush Dinner: Celebrate under the Mara sky with food, song and stories alongside Maasai villagers — a rich blend of wilderness and culture
  • Sundowner Experience: Raise a toast at sundown alongside your Maasai guides, reflecting on a day filled with stories, traditions and unforgettable sights
  • Tour code: STK45
  • Accommodation Grade
  • Private Tour

07 Days / 06 Nights Guide Price from £3649 pp

Flying Basecamp Explorer Itinerary details

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  • Day 1 Arrival in Samburu | Basecamp Samburu (Kalama Conservancy)
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    Arrival in Samburu | Basecamp Samburu (Kalama Conservancy)

    Arrive from Wilson Airport into Samburu’s Kalama Conservancy, where a warm Samburu welcome awaits you.After a short transfer, check into Basecamp Samburu, an intimate eco-camp designed to blend into its dramatic surroundings.Take some time to settle into your open-sided suite, enjoy the view over the Ewaso Nyiro River and appreciate the peace of this wild landscape.
    Later, set off on your first afternoon game drive, spotting wildlife against dramatic backdrops — elephants, reticulated giraffes and the “Samburu Special Five” (Gerenuk, Beisa oryx, Somali ostrich, Gravy’s zebra and reticulated giraffe) — alongside your guide who will bring alive both the ecosystem and the stories of his people.As the day draws to a close, enjoy a sundowner drink while watching the rich colours of a Samburu sunset illuminate the sky.
    Meals: Lunch & Dinner 
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  • Day 2 Bush Breakfast, Culture & Warriors Experience (Samburu)
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    Bush Breakfast, Culture & Warriors Experience (Samburu)

    Begin the day with a morning game drive in the rich wilderness of Kalama Conservancy, home to large herds of elephants and numerous big cats.Mid-drive, stop for a bush breakfast, set up under a nearby acacia tree — a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the peace and magnificence of the bush.
    After resting back at camp, children and adults can join the Warriors Academy, a hands-on experience where young warriors (Morans) teach you their traditions — from making a bow and arrow to identifying wildlife tracks and understanding their role in conserving their land.
    Later in the afternoon, opt for a second game drive or a short walk — a wonderful way to appreciate the finer details of the bush alongside your guide — or simply relax at camp, spotting wildlife from your deck.
    Activity: Bush Breakfast, Warriors Experience, Bush Walk or Game Drive
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 
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  • Day 3 Bush Walk, Samburu Village & Stargazing (Samburu)
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    Bush Walk, Samburu Village & Stargazing (Samburu)

    Begin your day with a guided bush walk alongside a Samburu warrior, who will unveil the hidden stories of the land — from identifying traditional healing plants to understanding the behaviour of small creatures often missed on a drive.
    Later in the day, visit a nearby Samburu homestead (manyatta) — a wonderful opportunity to meet the villagers, see their traditional houses made of sticks and leather, and learn about their communal lifestyle, ceremonies, marriage customs and handicrafts.

    As the day closes, stargaze under the clear Samburu sky, with a guide pointing out constellations and sharing stories about their significance in Samburu culture.If you wish, you can opt for a night game drive to search for elusive species — genets, bush babies, aardwolves — creatures of the night that illuminate a different side of the bush.
    Activity: Bush Walk, Samburu Homestead Visit, Stargazing, Night Drive
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 
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  • Day 4 Fly to Masai Mara | Basecamp Wilderness (Mara Naboisho)
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    Fly to Masai Mara | Basecamp Wilderness (Mara Naboisho)

    After a hearty breakfast, transfer back to the airstrip for your flight south to the Masai Mara’s Naboisho Conservancy — a rich wilderness community area adjoining the Mara National Reserve.On landing, you will be met by your Maasai guide, who will transfer you to Basecamp Wilderness, a small, intimate camp made up of just a handful of suites.
    After settling in and having lunch, venture on your first game drive in Naboisho, with your Maasai guide interpreting not just the wildlife you view but the land's rich traditions and stories.
    Activity: Arrival, Game Drive
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 
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  • Day 5 Bush Walk, Bush Dinner & Maasai Culture (Masai Mara)
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    Bush Walk, Bush Dinner & Maasai Culture (Masai Mara)

    Begin the day with a walking safari alongside a Maasai warrior, who will illuminate the bush through their unique perspective — identifying flora, spotting signs of wildlife and sharing stories of their ancestors.
    Later in the afternoon, you can enjoy a game drive in search of the Mara's rich wildlife — from lions to cheetahs — with your guide adding context about the ecosystem and their people’s roles in conserving it.
    That evening, celebrate your day with a bush dinner under the stars, surrounded by a chorus of traditional Maasai songs and stories — a rich, intimate blend of food, culture and wilderness.
    Activity: Bush Walk, Bush Dinner, Game Drive
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 
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  • Day 6 Final Day at Maasai Village Visit, Sundowner (Masai Mara)
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    Final Day at Maasai Village Visit, Sundowner (Masai Mara)

    After your morning game drive, you will visit a nearby Maasai homestead (enkang) — a remarkable opportunity to connect directly with a Maasai family.
    Here, you can learn first-hand about their traditions, ceremonies, marriage customs, beadwork and daily routines — and appreciate their deep-rooted bond with their land and wildlife.
    Later, celebrate the conclusion of your journey with a sundowner — a toast to the rich stories you have lived and the friendships you have made — against a dramatic Mara sunset.
    Activity: Maasai Village Visit, Final Game Drive, Sundowner
    Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner 
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  • Day 7 Final Morning & Departure (Masai Mara)
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    Final Morning & Departure (Masai Mara)

    After a final morning game drive to say goodbye to your favourite wildlife and landscapes, return to camp for a hearty breakfast.Prepare for your transfer back to the airstrip and a flight to Wilson in Nairobi, where your journey concludes.
    From here, you can connect to your international flight or a hotel stay in Nairobi, reflecting on a rich and intimate experience — a journey not just through wilderness, but through culture, traditions and stories that connect people and land.
    Activity: Final Morning Drive
    Meals: Breakfast
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Dates & Guide Prices

01 Jul - 31 Aug

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£4799

01 Sep - 30 Sep

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£4299

01 Oct - 31 Oct

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£3969

01 Nov - 30 Nov

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£3649

01 Dec - 15 Dec

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£3969

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Basecamp Samburu Samburu

Nestled in the serene Kalama Conservancy, Basecamp Samburu invites you to discover the untamed beauty of one of Kenya most captivating landscapes. With breathtaking views of the sacred Mt. Ololokwe, revered by the Samburu people, the camp offers a fr

Basecamp Wilderness Camp
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Basecamp Wilderness Camp Masai Mara

Located deep inside the tranquil Saddle Valley in the Mara Naboisho Conservancy, Basecamp Wilderness offers ultimate seclusion and stunning sunrises, plus exceptional views of the night skies thanks to the total absence of light pollution. The area i

What's Included?

  • SPECIAL OFFER: Stay 6 nights, Pay 5 nights
  • Return International flight from UK.
  • Nairobi ground transfer.
  • One-way flights: Wilson – Samburu, Samburu – Mara, Mara – Wilson.
  • Return airstrip transfers.
  • Accommodation at hotels as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Full-board accommodation with limited laundry service.
  • Transfers for cultural village visits.
  • Shared day and night game drives in 4x4 safari vehicles.
  • Guided bush walks, bush meals, sundowners, and picnic excursions.
  • Services of an English-speaking guide.
  • Soft drinks, house wines, beers, and select non-luxury spirits.
  • One complimentary 30-minute back & neck massage per room per stay.
  • Warriors Academy experience (on request in advance).
  • Park and conservancy fees.
  • AMREF Flying Doctors evacuation cover (medical evacuation only).

What's not Included?

  • Visa fees.
  • Driver-guide gratuities, drinks, dining rooms tips and porterage.
  • Personal travel, baggage and medical insurance.
  • Telephone bill, laundry and any items of a personal nature.
  • Premium spirits, champagne, and luxury wines.
  • Medical, travel, and cancellation insurance.
  • Easter, Christmas and New Year supplements.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the itinerary and inclusions.

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Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£) based on twin sharing.
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