This 5-day safari provides a well-rounded experience of Kenya’s rich wildlife and stunning landscapes, offering a blend of the Maasai Mara’s vast savannas and Lake Nakuru’s unique birdlife and scenic beauty.

Overview

Itinerary

Cost

Overview

Maasai Mara: Known for its rich wildlife, including the Big Five and, during migration season, the Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras.
Lake Nakuru: Renowned for its flamingo population, diverse bird species, and the opportunity to see rhinos.

Day 1 :

Arrival and Transfer to Maasai Mara

Morning:
Pick-Up: Early morning pick-up from Nairobi. Depending on your tour, this could be from your hotel or the airport.
Drive to Maasai Mara: The drive to the Maasai Mara takes approximately 5-6 hours. Enjoy scenic views of the Kenyan countryside.

Afternoon:
Arrival and Check-In: Check into your accommodation in the Maasai Mara. Options vary from basic campsites to luxury lodges.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at your accommodation.

Evening:
Initial Game Drive: Go on an afternoon game drive to start exploring the Maasai Mara’s wildlife and landscapes.
Dinner: Return to your accommodation for dinner and relax for the evening.

Day 2 :

Full Day in Maasai Mara

Early Morning:
Sunrise Game Drive: Head out early for a morning game drive to catch the best wildlife activity and cooler temperatures.

Midday:
Breakfast: Return to your accommodation for breakfast.
Lunch: Often provided at the camp or lodge.

Afternoon:
Game Drive: Continue exploring the Maasai Mara. You might also have the option to visit a Maasai village or engage in other activities depending on your package.

Evening:
Dinner: Return to your accommodation for dinner. Enjoy the evening around a campfire or lodge area.

Day 3 :

Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru

Morning:
Final Game Drive in Maasai Mara: Enjoy a last morning game drive in the Maasai Mara before departing.

Late Morning:
Breakfast and Check-Out: Have breakfast at your accommodation and prepare for departure.
Drive to Lake Nakuru: Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park, a journey of approximately 4-5 hours.

Afternoon:
Arrival and Check-In: Arrive at your accommodation near Lake Nakuru and check in.
Lunch: Enjoy a meal at your lodge or camp.

Evening:
Game Drive in Lake Nakuru: Head out for an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is famous for its flamingos and rhino sightings.

Dinner: Return to your accommodation for dinner and rest.

Day 4 :

Full Day in Lake Nakuru

Early Morning:
Sunrise Game Drive: Start the day with an early game drive to see more wildlife and enjoy the serene morning atmosphere.

Midday:
Breakfast: Return to your accommodation for breakfast.
Lunch: Enjoy lunch at your lodge or camp.

Afternoon:
Game Drive and Exploration: Continue exploring Lake Nakuru. The park is also known for its diverse birdlife and occasionally spotted leopards.

Evening:
Dinner: Return to your accommodation for dinner and reflect on the day’s experiences.

Day 5 :

Return to Nairobi

Morning:
Final Game Drive (Optional): If time permits, you might enjoy a final early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru.

Late Morning:
Breakfast and Check-Out: Have breakfast at your accommodation and prepare for your journey back to Nairobi.

Afternoon:
Drive Back to Nairobi: Depart for Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon or early evening. Depending on your travel plans, you might be dropped off at the airport or your hotel.