Embark on an immersive safari adventure beginning in the world-famous Masai Mara, where you will spend ample time searching for the iconic Big Five on exhilarating game drives and capturing stunning wildlife photos on the rolling savannah plains. The journey continues to the spectacular Lake Nakuru National Park, a birding paradise renowned for its flamingos and a sanctuary for both black and white rhinoceros, offering unique nature walks and further opportunities for photography. This itinerary promises a rich blend of spectacular game viewing and engaging cultural visits before concluding with your return to Nairobi.
Destinations: Masai Mara (2 Nights) | Lake Nakuru (1 Night) | Return to Nairobi
Activities: Game Viewing | Photography | Nature Walks | Birding | Wildlife & Cultural Visits.
Transfer from JKIA to Fourpoints by Sheraton. Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Meals & Overnight: Fourpoints by Sheraton | HB
Meals & Overnight: Fourpoints by Sheraton | HB
Meals & Overnight: Fourpoints by Sheraton | HB
Meals & Overnight: Fourpoints by Sheraton | HBYou will be picked up from your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport at 8:00 AM by your professional driver-guide for a briefing before beginning your journey to the world-renowned Masai Mara Game Reserve. En route, stop briefly at the Great Rift Valley Viewpoint to enjoy panoramic views and observe semi-active volcanoes including Mt. Longonot, Mt. Suswa, and Mt. Margaret (10-minute stop).
Arrive in the Masai Mara in time for lunch at your lodge. After a brief rest, enjoy your first afternoon game drive at 4:00 PM, exploring the rich wildlife of the savannah.
Overnight: Mara Serena / Mara Sarova | Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Meals & Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge | FB
Meals & Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge | FB
Meals & Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge | FB
Meals & Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge | FBEnjoy an early breakfast at 6:30 AM, then depart for a full-day game drive in the Masai Mara. This day is dedicated to spotting the Big Five – lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino – with a special focus on the elusive big cats.
Visit the Mara River, home to large pods of hippos and Nile crocodiles, and the famous site of the Great Migration. A park ranger will guide you through key spots near the river. Enjoy a picnic lunch under an acacia tree, surrounded by the stunning savannah landscape. Continue game drives throughout the afternoon.
Overnight: Mara Serena / Mara Sarova | Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Meals & Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge | FBMeals & Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge | FBMeals & Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge | FBMeals & Overnight: Mara Serena Safari Lodge | FBAfter breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for check-in and lunch. Enjoy a short rest before heading out on an afternoon game drive.
Lake Nakuru is famed for its large populations of flamingos, pelicans, and other bird species. It is also a sanctuary for the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe and both black and white rhinos.
Overnight: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge | Meals: Lunch, Dinner
Meals & Overnight: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge | FB
Meals & Overnight: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge | FB
Meals & Overnight: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge | FB
Meals & Overnight: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge | FBStart your day with an early morning game drive for one last chance to spot more wildlife and birds. Return to the lodge for breakfast.
Afterward, check out and drive back to Nairobi, enjoying some final scenic views along the way. You will be dropped off at your hotel or the airport in the afternoon.
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