Nairobi to Masai Mara

The safari starts with a morning pick-up from the Nairobi hotel, airport, or residence by a professional driver-guide in a pop-up roof safari vehicle. After a brief introduction, the journey heads west into the Great Rift Valley, including a short stop at a viewpoint for photographs. Along the route, rural Kenyan landscapes, small farming towns, and Rift Valley hills are visible. Arrival at the lodge or camp is timed for lunch and rest. The afternoon includes the first game drive in the Masai Mara, observing wildlife such as zebras and big cats, before returning for dinner and overnight stay.

480 min

Full-Day Masai Mara Game Drive

Following an early breakfast, departure takes place at 7:00 AM to spend the entire day on a game drive throughout the Masai Mara. A picnic lunch is packed to be enjoyed during a midday stop at a scenic location inside the park. The day is dedicated to exploring various areas of the reserve, tracking herds and predators. Wildlife such as elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffalo, and possibly big cats may be observed. The game drive finishes at 4:00 PM, after which the group returns to Mara Jambo lodge for dinner and overnight.

480 min

Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru NP

After breakfast, the group departs the Masai Mara and heads north toward Lake Nakuru National Park, which is recognized for its attractive scenery and abundant birdlife. Arrival in Nakuru is planned in time for lunch at Buraha Zenoni Hotel, providing an opportunity to rest before the afternoon activity. Entry into Lake Nakuru National Park occurs at 3:30 PM for a game drive lasting until approximately 6:15 PM. The park is distinguished by its seasonal flamingo flocks, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffalo, tree-climbing lions, and the endangered black and white rhinos. The driver-guide leads the way along the lake shores and through wooded areas to optimize wildlife viewing before exiting the park to spend the night.

540 min

Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha and Nairobi

Following breakfast, departure from Nakuru leads to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in the Great Rift Valley. A boat ride is included, with possible sightings of hippos in the water and various bird species on the shore. The visit continues with a guided nature walk on Crescent Island, where giraffes, zebras, and antelopes roam freely in a predator-free setting. After the excursion, the return drive to Nairobi begins, with arrival in the late afternoon and drop-off at the hotel, residence, or airport, concluding the safari.

480 min