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Safari & wildlife · Kenya

Masai Mara & Kenya’s Great Lakes

Nairobi → Masai Mara → Lake Nakuru → Lake Naivasha → Nairobi

Kenya tour highlightKenya, Africa
Duration5 days
ExperienceSafari & wildlife
Travel styleTailor-made
THE JOURNEY

A little closer to Kenya.

A private Kenya safari combining open plains, rewarding wildlife viewing and Rift Valley lakes.

This is a suggested private itinerary. Tell us your dates, group size and accommodation preferences for a current quotation. The final route, activities, accommodation, inclusions and price are agreed before booking.

FOLLOW THE JOURNEY

Your route at a glance

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    Masai MaraLocate on map
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    Lake NakuruLocate on map
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    Lake NaivashaLocate on map
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Stops show the proposed itinerary order, not distances or driving times. Your guide confirms the detailed routing and timings.

DAY BY DAY

Your itinerary

01DAY 1Arrival in Nairobi and Safari Briefing

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be welcomed and assisted by the travel team. After arrival support, you will be transferred to your hotel in Nairobi. Depending on your arrival time, you can relax at the hotel or enjoy a short optional Nairobi experience. The guide will also brief you about the safari route, travel times, meals, and next-day departure. This first day is designed to keep the arrival smooth and comfortable before the safari begins.

02DAY 2Nairobi to Masai Mara

After breakfast, depart Nairobi and drive toward Masai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most famous safari destinations. The route passes through scenic countryside and the Great Rift Valley region before reaching the Mara area. After check-in and lunch, continue for an afternoon game drive. Masai Mara is known for lions, elephants, cheetahs, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, and many other species.

03DAY 3Full-Day Masai Mara Safari

This day is dedicated to exploring Masai Mara with extended game drives. The reserve offers one of the best safari experiences in East Africa. The guide will focus on wildlife tracking, open plains, river areas, and the best available sightings depending on the season and movement of animals. Masai Mara is especially famous for big cats, open savannah scenery, and the Great Migration season when conditions are right.

04DAY 4Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru

After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and continue toward Lake Nakuru National Park, a famous lake park known for rhinos, birdlife, and beautiful landscapes. Depending on timing, enjoy a game drive in or around Lake Nakuru National Park. The park is a strong place to look for rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, and birdlife. This day gives the safari a different landscape after the wide-open plains of Masai Mara.

05DAY 5Lake Naivasha and Return to Nairobi

After breakfast, continue toward Lake Naivasha for a relaxed final experience before returning to Nairobi. Depending on the final plan, this day can include a Lake Naivasha boat experience, bird viewing, or a short nature stop before the drive back to Nairobi. The safari ends in Nairobi with airport transfer or hotel drop-off based on your travel schedule.

THE PRACTICAL DETAILS

Know what’s in your trip.

Included

Private transport and local guiding as confirmed in your quotation
Scheduled visits described in your agreed itinerary
Accommodation and meals at the level you select
Arrival and departure arrangements agreed before travel

Not included

International flights
Visa fees and travel insurance
Personal expenses, tips and alcoholic drinks
Optional experiences and permits unless explicitly included

Final services, availability, cancellation terms, and payment instructions are confirmed in your written quotation.

PLAN WITH CONFIDENCE

Accommodation, price & terms

Accommodation

Your quotation will name the proposed accommodation, room arrangements and included meals. Ask for the details before confirming.

Price basis

This itinerary is quoted for your dates, group size and preferred accommodation. Ask for a written total for the whole group.

Cancellation & refunds

Ask the operator for the cancellation deadlines, refund conditions and any non-refundable services. These must be agreed in writing before payment.

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