6 Days - Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru
Big 5 wildlife and the incredible wildebeest migration
Overview
Kickstart a thrilling 6-day adventure through Kenya, starting and ending in Nairobi. Your journey begins in Masai Mara, famous for its Big 5 animals. You'll see at least 4 of these amazing creatures and witness the incredible wildebeest migration if you're there at the right time of year. Next, head to Lake Nakuru, just a 5-hour scenic drive away, to spot rhinos and enjoy birdwatching.
Destinations
Highlights
- *Big 5 wildlife viewing
- *Wildebeest migration (seasonal)
- *Rhino spotting at Lake Nakuru
- *Birdwatching at Lake Nakuru
- *Scenic Great Rift Valley stopover
Optional Excursions
Enhance your safari with these optional activities and experiences.
➤On the Way
Scenic stops and activities during your journey between destinations
Great Rift Valley Viewpoint
Near Limuru (Nairobi to Mara route)
A classic stop offering breathtaking panoramic views of the vast Rift Valley floor. There are curio shops here where you can buy souvenirs. It's the first 'wow' moment of a safari and a fantastic photo opportunity.
Maasai Market in Narok Town
Narok (last major town before Mara)
Visit a local Maasai market or reputable curio shops to buy authentic beadwork, wood carvings, and other crafts. It feels more authentic than airport shops and offers a chance to interact with local vendors.
★At Your Destinations
Unique experiences available at each park or reserve
Hot Air Balloon Safari
Masai Mara
A quintessential Mara experience offering an unparalleled perspective of the vast plains and wildlife, especially during migration season. Includes a bush champagne breakfast. Consistently rated as a 'once-in-a-lifetime' activity.
Maasai Village Cultural Visit
Masai Mara
Interact with the local Maasai community, learn about their culture, and witness their famous adumu (jumping) dance. A grounding and authentic experience that many visitors treasure.
Guided Bush Walk
Masai Mara (edge of reserve)
A walking safari with a Maasai guide provides a completely different sensory experience. Learn about animal tracks, medicinal plants, and observe smaller wildlife and birds up close.
Baboon Cliff & Makalia Falls
Lake Nakuru
The most famous viewpoint in Lake Nakuru offering stunning panoramic views of the lake, often dotted with flamingos. A highlight for photographers. Makalia Falls offers a lovely picnic spot with a different landscape.
Intensive Rhino Spotting
Lake Nakuru
Lake Nakuru is a designated rhino sanctuary. Dedicate time specifically to tracking and observing both black and white rhinos. Visitors consistently praise the high success rate of rhino sightings here.
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Day-by-Day Itinerary
Nairobi to Masai Mara
Your tour starts with pick up at 7:30 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Airport and drive to Masai Mara. This drive will take about 5 to 6.5 hours with a scenic stopover at Great Rift Valley. Arrive in Masai Mara shortly after noon and check into your lodge/camp, have hot lunch and then depart for an afternoon game drive. After the game drive, we head back to lodge/camp to reach by around 5:30 or 6:00 PM, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared Dinner. Overnight at your lodge.
Important Note:
The last 1-hour drive to Masai Mara is on corrugated and bumpy road and may not be comfortable for clients with back problems. Clients with back problems can consider flying directly to (and out of) Masai Mara.
Masai Mara
Today's itinerary is flexible and you can discuss with your guide on the previous evening and plan for today's schedule. You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around 9:00 AM with packed lunch and return back to lodge late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Or you can depart at 6:00 AM on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness hunt/kill). Later return to accommodation for breakfast and relax for a bit and depart on an afternoon game drive with packed lunch. You will stop at a picnic spot for having packed lunch and later depart on a game drive till the park is closed. Around 6:00 PM return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Masai Mara
Continue exploring Masai Mara with flexible game drive options. You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around 9:00 AM with packed lunch and return back to lodge late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Or you can depart at 6:00 AM on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness hunt/kill). Later return to accommodation for breakfast and relax for a bit and depart on an afternoon game drive with packed lunch. Around 6:00 PM return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Masai Mara
Your final full day in Masai Mara. Continue with flexible game drive options as previous days. Early morning drives offer the best chances for wildlife sightings and predator activity. Around 6:00 PM return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.
Masai Mara to Lake Nakuru
Around 10:00 AM after a relaxed breakfast checkout and depart to Lake Nakuru National Park which is about 5 hours drive from Mara gate. Upon reaching Nakuru lodge check in, have dinner and relax for the day.
Important Note:
Morning game drives in Masai Mara can be added on the last morning at the park by paying additional park fees.
Lake Nakuru to Nairobi
After breakfast, we proceed to Lake Nakuru national park with packed lunch and do game drives till around 2:00 PM and then proceed to Nairobi where we will reach around 5:30 PM at your hotel or airport in Nairobi.
Important Information
- *The last 1-hour drive to Masai Mara is on corrugated and bumpy road and may not be comfortable for clients with back problems.
- *Clients with back problems can consider flying directly to (and out of) Masai Mara.
- *Morning game drives in Masai Mara can be added on the last morning at the park by paying additional park fees.
What's Included
- ✓Transport in 4x4 safari vehicle
- ✓Professional driver/guide
- ✓Full board accommodation (5 nights)
- ✓All meals as per itinerary
- ✓Park entry fees
- ✓Bottled water during game drives
- ✓Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi
What's Excluded
- ✗International flights
- ✗Travel insurance
- ✗Tips and gratuities
- ✗Alcoholic beverages
- ✗Personal expenses
- ✗Optional activities (balloon safari, village visits)
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6 Days Safari
Nairobi, Masai Mara +1