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PHOTOGRAPHIC SAFARI
14 Days from USD. 6,395.00 per person
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A photographic safari in Kenya’s Samburu National Reserve, Lumo Community Wildlife Conservancy, and Shompole Wilderness Reserve offers a thrilling opportunity to capture breathtaking wildlife and landscapes in three distinct ecosystems. These regions provide an off-the-beaten-path experience, away from the more crowded parks like Maasai Mara, making them ideal for photographers seeking unique and intimate encounters with wildlife.

Brief Itinerary - Photographic Safari

DayPlaceHighlightsHotel
1Nairobi arrivalArrival & transfer to your Hotel Tamarind Hotel
2Nairobi to SamburuFlight to SamburuSoroi Larsens Camp
3 - 4Samburu National ReserveFull-Day Game DriveSoroi Larsens Camp
5Shompole ConservancyTransfer to ShompoleShompole Wilderness Camp
6 - 9Shompole ConservancyFull-Day Game DriveShompole Wilderness Camp
10Lumo ConservancyFlight to LumoSoroi Cheetah Tented Camp
11 - 13Lumo ConservancyFull Day Game DriveSoroi Cheetah Tented Camp
14Departure Flight to NairobiN/A

$ Pricing

Travel DateMin 02 people in 01 VehicleMin 04 People in 01 VehicleMin 06 People in 01 VehicleSingle Room Supplement
From 04-Jan-25 to 31-Mar-25USD. 13,375.00USD. 11,395.00USD. 10,845.00USD. 2,315.00
From 01-Aug-25 to 30-Sep-25USD. 13,730.00USD. 11,745.00USD. 11,200.00USD. 2,490.00
From 01-Oct-25 to 31-Oct-25USD. 12,765.00USD. 10,780.00USD. 10,235.00USD. 2,200.00
From 01-Nov-25 to 14-Dec-25USD. 12,245.00USD. 10,260.00USD. 9,715.00USD. 1,975.00

Travel Date

04th Jan – 31st Mar 2025

USD. 13,375.00 (Based on Min 02 ppl)

USD. 11,395.00 (Based on Min 04 ppl)

USD. 10,845.00 (Based on Min 06 ppl)

USD. 2,315.00 (Single Room Supplement)

Travel Date

01th Aug – 31st Sep 2025

USD. 13,730.00 (Based on Min 02 ppl)

USD. 11,745.00 (Based on Min 04 ppl)

USD. 11,200.00 (Based on Min 06 ppl)

USD. 2,490.00 (Single Room Supplement)

Travel Date

01st Oct – 31st Oct 2025

USD. 12,765.00 (Based on Min 02 ppl)

USD. 10,780.00 (Based on Min 04 ppl)

USD. 10,235.00 (Based on Min 06 ppl)

USD. 2,200.00 (Single Room Supplement)

Travel Date

01st Nov – 14th Dec 2025

USD. 12,245.00 (Based on Min 02 ppl)

USD. 10,260.00 (Based on Min 04 ppl)

USD. 9,715.00 (Based on Min 06 ppl)

USD. 1,975.00 (Single Room Supplement)

Other Information - Photographic Safari

Includes
Excludes
Includes
  • 01 Night accommodation on Bed & Breakfast basis at TAMARIND TREE HOTEL
  • 03 Nights accommodation on Full Board basis at SOROI LARSENS CAMP {Also included at Soroi Larsens Camp: Full board accommodation including 3 meals per day (breakfast, lunch & dinner), Coffee, tea and filtered water, all soft drinks, local beer, selected spirits and house wines and Laundry}
  • 05 Nights accommodation on Ground Package basis at SHOMPOLE WILDERNESS CAMP {Included as package at Shompole Wilderness Camp: Full Board Accommodation, Laundry, All Drinks (Excluding Champagne), All activities Including Cultural Visits, Market Visits, River Activities, Guided Walks, Shared Game Drives, Baboon Walk and shared use of the photographic hide at Shompole }
  • 04 Nights accommodation on Half board on the 1st Night & Full Board basis for the rest of the nights at SOROI CHEETAH TENTED CAMP {Also included at Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp: Filtered water, coffees and teas}
  • Packed lunch from Soroi Larsens Camp on Day 05
  • Packed lunch from Shompole Wilderness Camp on Day 10
  • Extra lunch at Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp on Day 14
  • Shared use of the photographic hide while in Samburu and Lumo as indicated in the itinerary
  • Arrival and departure airport transfers as indicated in the itinerary
  • Transport and exclusive use of safari equipped Photographic Converted Toyota 4 x 4 Landcruiser with canvas windows while in Samburu and Lumo as indicated in the itinerary
  • Experienced English-speaking driver/guide while in Samburu and Lumo as per the itinerary (member of the Kenya Professional Safari Guide Association – Bronze or Silver Level)
  • Bean / Sandbags – a minimum of 02 per participant while in Samburu and Lumo
  • Unlimited game drives while in Samburu and Lumo as indicated in the itinerary
  • All park fees and conservation fees as per itinerary
  • Mineral water in the vehicle during game drives while in Samburu and Lumo (1.5 litres per person per day)
  • Emergency Evacuation Insurance Cover (Hospital bills payable directly by guests)
  • Return scheduled flights from Nairobi / Samburu / Nairobi {Baggage allowance: Strictly 30KGS Per Person in soft bags including of hand luggage}
  • Return scheduled flights from Nairobi / Taita Hills / Nairobi {Baggage allowance: Strictly 30KGS Per Person in soft bags including of hand luggage}
Excludes
  • Items of personal nature i.e. laundry, telephone, shopping, souvenirs, etc.
  • All beverages where not indicated as included
  • Premium drinks, spirits, whiskies, private cellar wines and champagne at all the properties
  • Travel / medical /cancellation insurance
  • Tips / gratuities for driver / guide and hotel staff
  • Change in itinerary
  • Any extras not mentioned above e.g. extra meals, cultural visits ,entrance fees (payable directly), etc.
  • International flights and Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) fees.
  • Lunch and dinner on Day 01
  • Dinner on Day 14

Carolyn Ndung'u

Safari Planner
carolyn@sunworldsafaris.com
+254 736 283235

Key

BBBed & Breakfast
Half Board:2 Meals per day (Breakfast / Dinner)
Full Board:3 Meals per day (Breakfast / Lunch / Dinner)
Eco-status:Indicates the Environmentally friendly/ sustainable approach of the hotel
Eco-friendly status:Bronze: | Silver: | Gold:

Detailed Itinerary - Photographic Safari

Day 1

Arrival in Nairobi

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta international Airport in Nairobi, you will be met by a Sunworld Safaris representative and after a briefing of your safari, transferred to Tamarind Tree Hotel. Lunch and dinner at your own arrangement. Overnight at Tamarind Tree Hotel (Bed & Breakfast).

Accommodation

Tamarind Hotel

Tamarind Tree Hotel

Hotel Type: International Town Hotel

Location

Tamarind Tree Hotel Nairobi is ideally located just 5 kms to the southwest of Nairobi within the spacious Carnivore grounds and its iconic Carnivore Restaurant. The hotel offers easy access to all parts of the city, its national park, as well as to the country’s many diverse attractions via the neighbouring Wilson Airport and Southern Bypass.

Rooms

The hotel has 160 en-suite guest rooms & suites.
Air conditionedWi-FiTV

Facilities/Amenities

Gym and the swimming pool.Wi-Fi hot spots.Restaurant & BarLaundry Services
Save the Elephant

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Save the Elephant

Day 2

Nairobi – Samburu National Reserve

After breakfast, transfer to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Samburu departing at 1000HRS to arrive at 1100HRS (timings subject to change in 2025). Met on arrival and transferred to your Camp for check-in. Lunch at the Camp. Afternoon unlimited game drives in search of wildlife. Dinner and overnight at Soroi Larsens Camp – Full board basis + Shared photographic hide use.

Accommodation

Soroi Larsens Camp

Soroi Larsens Camp

Hotel Type: Luxury Tented Camp

Location

At Soroi Larsens Camp, we’ve redefined the essence of a luxury safari. Each of our tents and suites is a haven of luxury that merges seamlessly with the natural surroundings. From private river frontages and personal butlers to outdoor showers and star beds, we’ve curated an immersive, luxurious experience that leaves no detail unattended. Indulge in the lap of luxury while engaging in a symphony with the Samburu wilderness.

 
Complimentary airport transfers to and from JKIA Airport terminals.

Rooms

Based on a sustainability and community support foundation, Soroi Larsens Camp goes beyond the typical safari lodge. Our setup of 10 luxury tents, 2 family units, and 2 deluxe luxury tented suites offers unprecedented comfort and exclusivity, wrapped in an authentic African ambiance. Every stay is a personal journey crafted to leave an indelible imprint on your heart and memory. From private terraces offering exclusive river frontage to our deluxe suites’ outdoor showers and star beds, we’ve curated an unforgettable Samburu safari experience at Soroi Larsens Camp.

Facilities/Amenities

Amenities include:

Complimentary Wi-FiSpacious King-Size BedsLarge Walk-in WardrobePrivate Ensuite BathroomLarge Wooden TerraceCoffee, Tea & WaterSpaSwimming pool
 
6 Nights Wings Over the Wilderness Safari

Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 3 - 4

Full Day Samburu National Reserve

Full day in Samburu National Reserve with unlimited game drives. All meals and overnight at Soroi Larsens Camp – Full board basis + Shared photographic hide use.

Accommodation

Soroi Larsens Camp

Soroi Larsens Camp

Hotel Type: Luxury Tented Camp

Location

At Soroi Larsens Camp, we’ve redefined the essence of a luxury safari. Each of our tents and suites is a haven of luxury that merges seamlessly with the natural surroundings. From private river frontages and personal butlers to outdoor showers and star beds, we’ve curated an immersive, luxurious experience that leaves no detail unattended. Indulge in the lap of luxury while engaging in a symphony with the Samburu wilderness.

 
Complimentary airport transfers to and from JKIA Airport terminals.

Rooms

Based on a sustainability and community support foundation, Soroi Larsens Camp goes beyond the typical safari lodge. Our setup of 10 luxury tents, 2 family units, and 2 deluxe luxury tented suites offers unprecedented comfort and exclusivity, wrapped in an authentic African ambiance. Every stay is a personal journey crafted to leave an indelible imprint on your heart and memory. From private terraces offering exclusive river frontage to our deluxe suites’ outdoor showers and star beds, we’ve curated an unforgettable Samburu safari experience at Soroi Larsens Camp.

Facilities/Amenities

Amenities include:

Complimentary Wi-FiSpacious King-Size BedsLarge Walk-in WardrobePrivate Ensuite BathroomLarge Wooden TerraceCoffee, Tea & WaterSpaSwimming pool
 
6 Nights Wings Over the Wilderness Safari

Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 5

Samburu - Shompole

Early morning game drive followed by breakfast. Thereafter, transfer with packed lunch to the airstrip for your scheduled flight to Nairobi departing at 1115HRS to arrive at 1325HRS (timings subject to change in 2025). Met on arrival and drive to Shompole Conservancy to arrive for check in at your Camp. Dinner and overnight at Shompole Wilderness Camp – Ground Package basis + Shared photographic hide use.

Accommodation

Shompole Wilderness Camp

Shompole Wilderness Camp

Hotel Type: Camp

Location

It is located in an area known as the South Rift of Kenya in the Great Rift Valley (the largest valley in the world). This landscape is nestled between the famed Maasai Mara National Reserve to the northwest, Amboseli National Park to the southeast, and the Kenya-Tanzania border just to the south of us. Shompole Wilderness is located on the community lands of the Shompole Maasai people.

Rooms

Accommodation

6 x en suite Tents, Maximum Capacity 12 guests (can fit extra beds upon request), Guests have the option to sleep in the photographic hide

Description

An intimate and luxurious private safari camp with abundant wildlife set in a remarkable, remote and little-visited corner of Kenya, Shompole Wilderness
nestles in a shady grove of giant fig trees on the banks of the Ewaso Ngiro River at the bottom of the Great Rift Valley.

The camp has just six luxurious and spacious double-bedroom tents set on raised wooden decks with large verandas, all set out amidst bush and spreading fig trees on the banks of the Ewaso Ngiro (‘brown river’), the main source of water for the region, which flows from Kenya’s Mau escarpment into Tanzania’s Lake Natron around 25 kilometres south of the camp.

The tents are all private and well-spaced – each has an ensuite bathroom with shower, flushing lavatory, and solar-powered lights and fan.
The main area consists of a lovely swimming pool with a shady bar and lounge area, plus a riverside lounge and bar and a separate airy dining room.

We offer a wide range of activities which will keep every one of you busy and having fun! Game drives at your preferred time of day or night, river swimming, kayaking or tubing, bush walks or spend an evening, early morning, or even the whole night in our Hide watching any birds and wildlife which may come to drink at the waterhole.

Facilities/Amenities

FACILITIES

24-hour power, In-tent and bar charging facilities, 4 x 4 custom game vehicles, Wi-Fi internet (in the main Chill area, and limited usage), Fan in each room, Laundry

Meal Plan: Ground Package

Day 6 - 9

Full Day at Shompole Conservancy

Full day in Shompole Conservancy with scheduled activities in the Camp’s shared vehicle. All meals and overnight at Shompole Wilderness Camp – Ground Package basis + Shared photographic hide use.

Accommodation

Shompole Wilderness Camp

Shompole Wilderness Camp

Hotel Type: Camp

Location

It is located in an area known as the South Rift of Kenya in the Great Rift Valley (the largest valley in the world). This landscape is nestled between the famed Maasai Mara National Reserve to the northwest, Amboseli National Park to the southeast, and the Kenya-Tanzania border just to the south of us. Shompole Wilderness is located on the community lands of the Shompole Maasai people.

Rooms

Accommodation

6 x en suite Tents, Maximum Capacity 12 guests (can fit extra beds upon request), Guests have the option to sleep in the photographic hide

Description

An intimate and luxurious private safari camp with abundant wildlife set in a remarkable, remote and little-visited corner of Kenya, Shompole Wilderness
nestles in a shady grove of giant fig trees on the banks of the Ewaso Ngiro River at the bottom of the Great Rift Valley.

The camp has just six luxurious and spacious double-bedroom tents set on raised wooden decks with large verandas, all set out amidst bush and spreading fig trees on the banks of the Ewaso Ngiro (‘brown river’), the main source of water for the region, which flows from Kenya’s Mau escarpment into Tanzania’s Lake Natron around 25 kilometres south of the camp.

The tents are all private and well-spaced – each has an ensuite bathroom with shower, flushing lavatory, and solar-powered lights and fan.
The main area consists of a lovely swimming pool with a shady bar and lounge area, plus a riverside lounge and bar and a separate airy dining room.

We offer a wide range of activities which will keep every one of you busy and having fun! Game drives at your preferred time of day or night, river swimming, kayaking or tubing, bush walks or spend an evening, early morning, or even the whole night in our Hide watching any birds and wildlife which may come to drink at the waterhole.

Facilities/Amenities

FACILITIES

24-hour power, In-tent and bar charging facilities, 4 x 4 custom game vehicles, Wi-Fi internet (in the main Chill area, and limited usage), Fan in each room, Laundry

Meal Plan: Ground Package

Day 10

Shompole Conservancy - Lumo Conservancy

After breakfast, depart with packed lunch and drive to Nairobi Wilson Airport for your scheduled flight to Taita Hills Airstrip near Lumo Wildlife Conservancy departing at 1415HRS to arrive at 1540HRS (timings subject to change in 2025). Met on arrival and transferred to your Camp with a game drive enroute. Dinner and overnight at Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp – Half board basis + Shared photographic hide use.

Accommodation

Soroi Cheetah Tented

Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp

Camp Type: Standard

Location

Cheetah Tented Camp is 48km west of Voi on the Taveta Road within the 48,000 acre Lumo Community Wildlife Sanctuary.

Rooms

The small lodge features 8 en-suite tents built using local materials and colours, making this new look Leopard Lair, blend into the stunning scenery.
2 Family Tents6 Standard Tents

Facilities/Amenities

8 Tents with En-suite bathrooms.Main areas consist of a large lounge, dining area and fireplace.KPLC electricity.Wi-Fi – only in the reception area.

Meal Plan: Half-Board

Day 11 - 13

Full Day at Lumo Conservancy

Full day in Lumo Wildlife Conservancy with unlimited game drives. All meals and overnight at Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp – Full board basis + Shared photographic hide use.

Accommodation

Soroi Cheetah Tented

Soroi Cheetah Tented Camp

Camp Type: Standard

Location

Cheetah Tented Camp is 48km west of Voi on the Taveta Road within the 48,000 acre Lumo Community Wildlife Sanctuary.

Rooms

The small lodge features 8 en-suite tents built using local materials and colours, making this new look Leopard Lair, blend into the stunning scenery.
2 Family Tents6 Standard Tents

Facilities/Amenities

8 Tents with En-suite bathrooms.Main areas consist of a large lounge, dining area and fireplace.KPLC electricity.Wi-Fi – only in the reception area.

Meal Plan: Full Board

Day 14

Lumo Conservancy – Nairobi

Early morning game drive in search of wildlife. After breakfast, check out by 1000HRS which is the Camp’s normal check out time. Spend rest of the day in Lumo Wildlife Conservancy with unlimited game drives and lunch served from the Camp. Thereafter, transfer to Taita Hills airstrip for your scheduled flight to Nairobi Wilson Airport departing at 1545HRS to arrive at 1730HRS (timings subject to change in 2025). Met on arrival and transferred to the larger Jomo Kenyatta International Airport departure terminal for your onward international flight back home.

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