The Wild Within (Wellness Safari) 6 Days / 5 nights

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Samburu and Ol Pejeta

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6 Days: Samburu → Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Step into the wild. Slow your pace. Reconnect with what is essential.

The Wild Within is a restorative journey into the wild landscapes of northern Kenya, created for those who want to reconnect with nature, themselves and the rhythms of the wilderness. From the dramatic landscapes of Samburu to the conservation heartland of Laikipia, this journey combines mindful wildlife encounters, gentle movement, nourishing food, cultural connection and meaningful conservation experiences. The rhythm is intentionally unhurried. You will pause at the beautiful Trout Tree Restaurant for a nourishing farm-to-table lunch, surrounded by a lush garden and the playful presence of colobus monkeys and shift focus from nourishment to conservation and mindful wildlife observation and perhaps, somewhere along the way, you discover that reconnecting with the wild also means reconnecting with yourself.

Day	Wellness intention	Overnight
1	Drive from Nairobi to Samburu. Scenic journey, arrival and mindful lunch. Gentle stretching, grounding meditation and quiet time in nature. Sunset breathwork and relaxed dinner.	Samburu
2	Sunrise yoga and morning safari game drive. Mindful breakfast. Guided nature/bush walk. Nourishing lunch followed by complete rest. Optional massage or wellness treatment. Sunset meditation	Samburu
3	Sunrise yoga and morning safari game drive. Mindful breakfast Cultural connection with the Samburu community. Afternoon rest and journaling. Sunset breathwork and quiet evening.	Samburu
4	Early morning game drive. Departure from Samburu towards Laikipia. Nourishing farm to table lunch at Trout Tree restaurant. Ol Pejeta Conservancy for mindful game viewing. Chimpanzee observation and a conservation experience. ·Sunset reflection and relaxed dinner.	Ol Pejeta / Laikipia
5	Sunrise yoga and meditation. Mindful breakfast. Conservation-focused experience at Ol Pejeta. Wildlife viewing and time to learn about conservation Community initiatives. Nourishing lunch. Afternoon complete rest, optional massage and journaling. Sunset meditation, stargazing and relaxed dinner.	Ol Pejeta / Laikipia
6	Final sunrise meditation and gentle yoga. Mindful breakfast. A final nature or wildlife experience before beginning the journey back. Closing gratitude ritual and reflection	DEPARTURE

Included/Excluded

Accommodation of your choice economy, comfort, or luxury lodges/camps
Full board basis (Lunch, breakfast, dinner) on safari
All transportation, including airport transfers and safari drives
Transport in a 4x4 safari Land cruiser with expert guidance from multilingual safari guides
Game drives and Park entry fees as per the itinerary
Safari activities, yoga sessions, nature walks, sundowners and massage where indicated
Nourishing farm to table lunch at Trout Tree restaurant.
Conservation focused experience at Ol Pejeta
Complimentary mineral water per day in the safari vehicle
24Hrs stand-by emergency contact number
Local Flight from Amboseli/Mara & Mara/Nairobi & Nairobi/Lamu

Visas and International Flights
Tips & gratuities to hotel, lodges, camp staff and driver guide(s). (Please note that tips should be given as a reward of exceptional service and is at your own discretion)
Any costs incurred from optional activities
Items of personal nature e.g. Mobile phones, bills, laundry.
Meals and beverages, other than specified
Any other item not included in the itinerary
Any other item not included in the itinerary

Tour Plan

1 Nairobi → Samburu

Arrive, Slow Down & Connect

Your journey begins with a scenic journey from Nairobi into the dramatic landscapes of northern Kenya.

Arrive in Samburu and settle into your camp before enjoying a mindful lunch made with fresh, nourishing ingredients. Take some time to rest and absorb your surroundings.

In the afternoon, enjoy a gentle nature experience, allowing yourself to become familiar with the sights, sounds and rhythms of the bush. As the sun begins to descend, pause for sunset breathwork, followed by a relaxed dinner and a quiet evening around the fire.

Overnight: Samburu

2 Samburu

Yoga, Walking & Restorative Wellness

Begin the morning with sunrise yoga and breathwork, surrounded by the sounds of the awakening wilderness.

After a mindful breakfast, set out on a guided bush walk, experiencing Samburu at a slower and more intimate pace. Rather than simply looking for wildlife, take time to notice tracks, plants, birds and the smaller details of the ecosystem.

Return to camp for a nourishing breakfast or lunch and a period of complete rest during the warmer part of the day.

Later, enjoy an African-inspired massage, allowing the body to fully relax after your morning in nature.

As evening approaches, gather for sunset meditation, followed by a relaxed dinner.

Overnight: Samburu

3 Samburu

Wildlife, Culture & Mindful Exploration

Rise early for sunrise yoga and breathwork, followed by a mindful breakfast.

Today is dedicated to experiencing Samburu's distinctive wildlife and landscapes. Head out for an immersive mindful wildlife experience, looking for elephants, gerenuk, reticulated giraffe, Grevy's zebra and other species unique to this part of Kenya.

Return for a nourishing lunch followed by time to rest and enjoy the peaceful surroundings of camp.

In the afternoon, connect with Samburu culture and community, gaining insight into local traditions and the relationship between people, wildlife and the landscape.

Later, return to camp for guided journaling, giving you time to reflect on the experiences of the day.

Finish with sunset breathwork, a relaxed dinner and a quiet evening.

Overnight: Samburu

4 Samburu → Laikipia

The Signature Wild Within Journey

Begin the morning gently with an early morning game drive followed by breakfast.

Travel towards Laikipia and stop at Trout Tree Restaurant, where you will enjoy a wholesome farm-to-table lunch surrounded by beautiful gardens and the forested landscape.

Take time to observe the colobus monkeys moving through the gardens, creating an intimate connection with the natural environment even before reaching the conservancy.

Continue to Ol Pejeta Conservancy for a mindful game-viewing experience. Explore the landscape and observe wildlife at an unhurried pace before visiting the chimpanzee sanctuary, where you can learn about the importance of wildlife protection and rehabilitation.

Depending on the program available, participate in a conservation experience, gaining a deeper understanding of the work protecting Kenya's wildlife and habitats.

Arrive at your camp in the late afternoon and allow yourself time to completely unwind.

Enjoy a relaxed dinner and a peaceful evening in the wilderness.

Overnight: Ol Pejeta / Laikipia

5 Laikipia

Conservation, Rest & Reflection

Wake to the sounds of the African bush and begin the morning with sunrise yoga or meditation.

After a nourishing breakfast, set out for a conservation-focused wildlife experience in Ol Pejeta, learning more about the delicate relationship between wildlife, local communities and conservation.

Return to camp for a nourishing lunch and a long period of afternoon rest.

For those who wish, enjoy an optional massage or restorative treatment, followed by quiet time for reading, journaling or simply being in nature.

Overnight: Ol Pejeta / Laikipia

6 Laikipia → Nairobi

Carry the Stillness Home

Begin your final morning with sunrise yoga and meditation, taking time to reflect on the journey and the experiences gathered along the way.

Enjoy a slow, nourishing breakfast followed by a gentle nature experience or quiet walk around camp.

Before departing, take part in a simple gratitude and integration ritual — reflecting on what you are taking from the journey and what you would like to carry into everyday life.

Transfer to the airstrip for your flight back to Nairobi.

Arrive in Nairobi with time to connect to your onward journey.

Overnight: Nairobi / Departure