Flying Basecamp Explorer

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.
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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  Read More

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  Read More

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  Read More

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  Read More

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.
Acti vity: Maasai Village Visit, Final Game Drive, Sundowner
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner  Read More

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