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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Nairobi-masai mara

Nairobi-masai mara

Arrive in Masai Mara, one of Africa’s most renowned wildlife reserves, and check into your lodge or tented camp. After a brief rest and lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive across the vast savannah, where you may spot the Big Five—lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino—alongside cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Enjoy the breathtaking scenery of rolling plains and acacia trees as the sun sets. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
LionCommon
CheetahCommon
ZebraAbundant
WildebeestAbundant
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BuffaloCommon
HippoCommon
HyenaCommon
LeopardOccasional
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Mara Chui Resort
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Masai mara

Masai mara

Set out early for a full-day game drive, maximizing your chances of witnessing the thrilling predator-prey interactions of the Mara. Traverse different sections of the reserve, including the Mara River, home to hippos and crocodiles. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeests and zebras cross the river in search of fresh grazing lands. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wild before continuing your exploration. Later, you may visit a Maasai village to experience their traditional lifestyle. Return to the lodge for relaxation, dinner, and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Mara Chui Resort
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Masai mara-lake nakuru

Masai mara-lake nakuru

Wake up early for a final game drive in Masai Mara, catching sight of animals during their most active hours. After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, a scenic journey through the Rift Valley. Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge, followed by an afternoon game drive in the park. Lake Nakuru is famous for its pink-hued flamingos, rhino sanctuary, and diverse bird species. Spot tree-climbing lions, buffalos, and baboons before returning to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Nakuru National Park
Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)
High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)
Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa
  • Mid-range hotel located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Lake nakuru-lake naivasha

Lake nakuru-lake naivasha

After breakfast, take a short drive to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake known for its hippos and abundant birdlife. Upon arrival, enjoy a boat safari, gliding past floating pods of hippos and spotting fish eagles, kingfishers, and cormorants. Later, opt for safari on Crescent Island, where you can walk alongside zebras, giraffes, and antelopes in a predator-free environment. Spend the afternoon relaxing at your lodge, enjoying the serene lake views before dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Lake naivasha-nairobi

Lake naivasha-nairobi

After a leisurely breakfast, take in the final views of Lake Naivasha before preparing for your journey back to Nairobi. Enjoy a relaxed morning, perhaps taking a short nature walk or birdwatching around the lodge. Depart mid-morning for a scenic drive back to Nairobi, where you’ll arrive in the afternoon, marking the end of an unforgettable safari experience.

Main Destination:
Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.

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  • This tour is offered by Welcome to Africa Trails, not SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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