Embark on an unforgettable 4-day Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara National Reserve Safari, where you'll experience the incredible diversity of Kenya's wildlife and landscapes. Start your adventure at Lake Nakuru, renowned for its stunning flocks of flamingos and rich birdlife, as well as rhinos and other wildlife. Then, journey to the iconic Masai Mara National Reserve, home to the Big Five and the spectacular Great Migration. Enjoy thrilling game drives, guided by expert trackers, and stay in comfortable accommodations that offer breathtaking views and exceptional service. This safari promises an immersive experience in the heart of Kenya's most famous wildlife destinations, creating lasting memories of unparalleled natural beauty and wildlife encounters.
Day 1
Nairobi - Lake Nakuru National Park
We will pick you up from the hotel or airport and drive to Lake Nakuru as you enjoy the scenic views of Mount Longmont and Lake Naivasha from afar on the main highway. After arrival, you will have your afternoon drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its prolific bird life including flamingos which will make your day an experience. The park contains a sanctuary for the conservation of the white rhino while species like Cape buffalo and waterbuck can be seen near the shoreline. Dinner and your overnight stay will be at the lodge.
Day 2
Lake Nakuru - Masai Mara National Reserve via Lake Naivasha
You will depart after a very early breakfast for the famous Masai Mara National Reserve via Lake Naivasha. Your guide can organize a boat ride within Lake Naivasha at a minimal cost, payable directly. You will proceed on to Masai Mara after your boat ride. You'll arrive at Masai Mara National Reserve in time for a hot lunch at the lodge. On clear days, the Mara offers fantastic orange-tinted sunsets, which you would like to capture while sipping sundowners. The Masai Mara National Reserve is 1510sq km of incredible wide-open landscapes and fertile woodland following the looping meanders of the Mara and Talek rivers. Wherever you go in the reserve, you will see a large number of wildlife, such as Masai giraffes, baboons, warthogs, bat-eared foxes, grey jackals, spotted hyenas, topis, impala, and wildebeest. Your dinner and your overnight stay will be at the lodge.
Day 3
Masai Mara National Reserve Adventure
You will wake up to an early morning game drive, and then head back to the lodge for breakfast. The Masai Mara is well-known for its spectacular wildlife, which includes the Big Five, as well as its wildebeest migration. After that, you'll enjoy a relaxed morning, lunch, and an afternoon game drive. A visit to the waterfall, an exhilarating hike, and the chance to swim at a beautiful spot underneath the falls are just a few of the activities offered at the lodge. Safari bush walks are available nearby. All these optional activities can be arranged by your tour guide/driver. The most beautiful views in Masai territory are during sunsets on nearby hills. You can also enjoy ornithological walks with a ranger or birdwatching in and around the lodge. There are also visits to the local Maasai villages for cultural events. You can also take part in hot air balloon rides (if reserved in advance) at an extra fee. Your dinner and overnight stay will be at the lodge.
Day 4
Masai Mara - Nairobi
You will enjoy an early morning game drive in search of animals killing and eating. Later, you will come back to the lodge for breakfast and then check out of the camp. You will leave for Nairobi with a picnic lunch en route to Nairobi. In Nairobi, you will be dropped off at your place of choice.
Rates Per Person
Start dates Jul 1, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
Solo1 room $2,898
2 peopleSharing rooms $1,980
Important Information:
- Rates apply per person and do not cover international flights to/from your home country.
- Children aged 2 and up are welcome on this tour. Discounts are available for children under 13, and children under 5 can join for free.
Included
- Park fees(For non-residents)
- All activities(Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation(Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation(Unless labeled as optional)
- All Taxes/VAT
- Roundtrip airport transfer
- Meals(As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water(On all days)
Excluded
- International flights(From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips(Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items(Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees