One of Africa's most renowned safari destinations, an incredibly enriching experience. On your Game drive, you may spot the “Big Five”, (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffalos). Bird lovers get a chance to witness more than 400 different bird species, including predatory birds. This Maasai Mara safari is what you need to connect with nature!
Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
We will pick you up from your Nairobi hotel to begin your safari. Your day will startat approximately 7:30 am. The journey to Masai Mara,takeS roughly six hours. Along the way you will have a small stopover at the viewpoint to see the great depression of the Rift Valley. You will reach Masai Mara National Reserve by noon,just in time for lunch.
After settling in and enjoying lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, which offers some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in Africa.Witness the incredible diversity of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros), as well as numerous other species of mammals, birds, and reptiles.
Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Full-day Game Drive
Start the day early with a sunrise game drive, when wildlife is most active. Your experienced guide will take you to prime locations for wildlife spotting and photography. Spend the morning exploring different areas of the Maasai Mara, observing the behaviour of various animals and learning about the ecosystem from your guide.
Break for a picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the reserve, surrounded by breathtaking landscapes and wildlife. Continue your game drive in the afternoon, searching for elusive predators and other fascinating creatures. Return to your accommodation in the evening for dinner and relaxation.
Day 3: Activities Day
Maasai Mara is one of the most versatile safari locations in Africa since it provides an abundance of activities to suit a wide range of interests and tastes. The following are some of the things to do at the Mara:
Maasai Cultural Experience: Interact with the Maasai people and learn about their traditional way of life, customs, and rituals by visiting a local Maasai village. Experience traditional dances, learn about Maasai beadwork, and engage in cultural exchanges.
Hot Air Balloon Safaris: Experience the Maasai Mara from a unique perspective by taking a hot air balloon safari at sunrise. Float over the savannah plains, observing wildlife from above, followed by a bush breakfast upon landing.
Birdwatching: With over 400 bird species recorded in Maasai Mara, its a paradise for birdwatchers. Spot a diverse array of birds, including raptors, waterbirds, and migratory species, especially during the wet season.
Nature Walks: Take guided nature walks with experienced naturalists to explore the smaller details of the ecosystem, such as tracks, plants, insects, and medicinal uses of indigenous flora.
Bush Dinners and Sundowners: Enjoy romantic bush dinners or sundowner cocktails at scenic locations within the reserve, where you can watch the sunset over the savannah while sipping on your favourite drink or Enjoy a leisurely afternoon at your accommodation, perhaps indulging in spa treatments or simply relaxing and soaking in the serene surroundings.
In the evening, gather around a campfire for sundowners and storytelling before dinner.
Day 4: Departure
After breakfast, Bid farewell to the Maasai Mara as you depart for your onward journey, taking with you unforgettable memories of your safari adventure.
Disclaimer
Accommodation before and after the tour is not included on this package but can be arranged, if not, you will be dropped back to the airport. In case you spend the first night in the city, Nairobi, there will be a welcome dinner with a company representative to give you a brief of your safari.
This itinerary is just a suggestion, we can tailor the Safari according to your preferences, interests, and budget.
A 5-day safari to Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Lake Naivasha
This Maasai Mara Mid-Luxury safari includes a day at Lake Nakuru which isalso referred to as the Pink Lake due to its great masses of flamingos lining its shores. Flamingo population can swell to more than 1.5 million at times. The famous white and black rhinos are also residents of the Nakuru National Park.
Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
We will pick you up from your Nairobi hotel to begin your safari. Your day will startat approximately 7:30 am. The journey to Masai Mara,takes roughly six hours. Along the way you will have a small stopover at the viewpoint to see the great depression of the Rift Valley. You will reach Masai Mara National Reserve by noon, just in time for lunch.
After settling in and enjoying lunch, embark on an afternoon game drive in the Maasai Mara National Reserve, which offers some of the best wildlife viewing opportunities in Africa.
Witness the incredible diversity of wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhinoceros), as well as numerous other species of mammals, birds, and reptiles. Return to your accommodation for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Activities Day
Start the day early with a sunrise game drive, when wildlife is most active. Your experienced guide will take you to prime locations for wildlife spotting and photography. Maasai Mara is one of the most versatile safari locations in Africa since it provides an abundance of activities to suit a wide range of interests and tastes. The following are some of the things to do at the Mara on your second day:
Maasai Cultural Experience: Interact with the Maasai people and learn about their traditional way of life, customs, and rituals by visiting a local Maasai village. Experience traditional dances, learn about Maasai beadwork, and engage in cultural exchanges.
Hot Air Balloon Safaris: Experience the Maasai Mara from a unique perspective by taking a hot air balloon safari at sunrise. Float over the savannah plains, observing wildlife from above, followed by a bush breakfast upon landing.
Birdwatching: With over 400 bird species recorded in Maasai Mara, it's a paradise for birdwatchers. Spot a diverse array of birds, including raptors, waterbirds, and migratory species, especially during the wet season.
Nature Walks: Take guided nature walks with experienced naturalists to explore the smaller details of the ecosystem, such as tracks, plants, insects, and medicinal uses of indigenous flora.
Bush Dinners and Sundowners: Enjoy romantic bush dinners or sundowner cocktails at scenic locations within the reserve, where you can watch the sunset over the savannah while sipping on your favourite drink.
Enjoy a leisurely afternoon at your accommodation, perhaps indulging in spa treatments or simply relaxing and soaking in the serene surroundings. In the evening, gather around a campfire
Day 3: Final Game Drive and Departure to Nakuru
After breakfast, check-out enjoy a final game drive in the Maasai Mara, making the most of your remaining time to spot any wildlife species you may not have seen yet. Capture some last-minute photographs of the stunning landscapes and wildlife encounter then leisurely drive back to Nairobi.
Bid farewell to the Maasai Mara as you depart for your onward journey to Nakuru. You will enjoy a picnic lunch on your way. You will arrive in the evening for an overnight stay and dinner at your resort of choice.
Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park
You will embark on an early game drive and there after enjoy a leisurely picnic breakfast.Youwill get a glimpse of flamingos by the shore of Lake Nakuru among the other birds (about 350 species recorded to date). Both black and white rhinoceroses can be found here too. Important to note is that Nakuru National Park was created to safeguard endangered animals like rhinos,in addition to to that it is home to giraffes, Columbus monkeys, leopards, and other plain antelopes.
The ideal times to see flamingos in Lake Nakuru National Park is, July, August, September, December, January, and February.
After the morning game drive, head back to the lodge for lunch and a relaxed afternoon at the pool. Have a drink, take a nap or enjoy sundowners as you soak in the wholesome experience of being on vacation.
Day 5: Lake Nakuru-Lake Naivasha-Nairobi
Head to Naivasha for lunch after checking out of the lodge. If you get to Naivasha before midday, you can choose to go to Cresent Island for a boat ride and see hippos. Leave for Nairobi at 3 p.m. and arrive at your hotel or the airport by 5:00 p.m.
This is the end of the trip.
Disclaimer
Accommodation before and after the tour is not included on this package but can be arranged, if not, you willbe dropped back to the airport.
In case you spend the first night in the city, Nairobi, there will be a welcome dinner with a company representative to give you a brief of your safari.
This itinerary is just a suggestion, we can tailor the Safari according to your preferences, interests, and budget.
If an accommodation is fully booked, we will suggest a comparable alternative.
Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli
In addition to being well-known for its enormous elephant herds, Amboseli has the best views of Mount Kilimanjaro, the highest peak in Africa. The journey will start with us picking you up from your Nairobi hotel. Your day will startat approximately 7:30
am. The journey to Amboseli National Park,takes roughly four hoursfrom Nairobi, you will get to the lodge in time for lunch and an evening game drive.
Day 2: Amboseli to Tsavo/Taita-
Tsavo is renowned for its expansive wilderness and varied species. It is one of Kenya's oldest and biggest national parks.
After breakfast, head out of Amboseli National Park at around 9:00am and make your way to Tsavo East enjoying a game-drive en-route.You will arrive at the lodge in time for lunch. You will get a chance to check-in to your room, have a tour of the lodge and prepare for an optional evening game drive.This offers the chance to see a wide range of wildlife in their natural habitat, including predators such as lions and leopards. After the evening game drive, make your way back to the Lodge for an overnight stay.
Day 3: Tsavo/Taita to Nairobi
After returning from your pre-breakfast game drive, you will have breakfast at the lodge. You will check out of the lodge at 10am and have a stopover for lunch at a hotel on your way back to Nairobi. The tour will conclude with you being dropped at a hotel in Nairobi or at airport
Disclaimer
Accommodation before and after the tour is not included on this package but can be arranged, if not, you will be dropped back to the airport. In case you spend the first night in the city, Nairobi, there will be a welcome dinner with a company representative to give you a brief of your safari.
This itinerary is just a suggestion, we can tailor the Safari according to your preferences, interests, and budget. If an accommodation is fully booked, we will suggest a comparable alternative.