6-Day Safari At Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru & Naivasha From Nairobi
Description
Experience the ultimate wild safari and game drives and spot the African Big 5 at Masai Mara. Enjoy boat rides on freshwater Lake Naivasha to see hippos, look out for the pink flamingos flying at Lake Nakuru and observe the extensive bio-diversity throughout the tour.
Highlights
- Catch a rare sighting of rhinos at Masai Mara Forest Reserve
- Enjoy a boat ride as you look at the hippos at Lake Naivasha
- See baboons, birds of preys and hyraxes at Lake Nakuru National Park
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Day 1: Nairobi - Masai mara expand_more
Depart Nairobi for a journey along the floor of the great rift valley then pass through Narok to climb the western wall entering Hemingway’s country ‘’Serengeti plans.’’
Arrive Mara in time for lunch.
Enjoy an afternoon game drive in this famous reserve.
Have dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Suggested Accommodation or similar standard: Lenchada Tourist camp
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Day 2: Masai Mara expand_more
Be welcomed with a champagne bush breakfast. An early morning balloon safari is available as an option at USD 450 per person. The Balloon launches at 06:00 hrs and takes one hour.
Enjoy a full day game viewing whereby you leave the lodge after breakfast with a picnic lunch. The Mara is the land of African legend. Lions are abundant throughout the park, as are the elephants, giraffes, and various gazelle species and zebra. Cheetah and leopard are also regularly seen and, less commonly, rhino. Several species of Bee-Eater, the flying rainbow that heads the list of Mara’s birds, occur in reserve. The Maasai Mara is also home to many members of the colourful Maasai tribe who may be seen around the park's borders – Morans (warriors) loping across the plains, young boys herding goats, or elders grouped under a tree discussing matters of the day.
Have dinner and overnight at the Lodge/camp.
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Day 3: Masai Mara expand_more
Have breakfast at the camp/lodge.
Embark on a full day game viewing whereby you leave the lodge after breakfast with a picnic lunch. The Mara is the land of African legend. Lions are abundant throughout the park, as are the elephants, giraffes, and various gazelle species and zebra. Cheetah and leopard are also regularly seen and, less commonly, rhino.
Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the Lodge/camp.
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Day 4: Mara - Naivasha expand_more
Go for an early morning game drive.
Have breakfast at the lodge.
Depart for Lake Naivasha. A stopover is provided at Narok Town to browse in the bustling, vibrant Masai markets to buy curios and handicrafts. Lunch at the hotel.
In the afternoon, proceed for a boat ride in this freshwater lake to view the hippos. This beautiful freshwater lake, fringed by thick papyrus, is almost 13 km across, but its waters are shallow with an average depth of five metres. The waters of the lake draw a great range of game to these shores. Visit crescent Island or Hell's gate national park at an extra cost.
Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Suggested Accommodation or similar standard:
Sweetlake Resort http://sweetlakeresort.com/
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Day 5: Naivasha - Nakuru expand_more
Have breakfast at the lodge and depart for Lake Nakuru National Park.
Stop for lunch at the lodge. Enjoy an afternoon game drive. This shallow Soda Lake has been famous for its flamingos but has also retained its reputation as an ornithologists’ delight with more than 400 species of bird found here.
You may get out of the vehicle at the lakeshore to get a closer look at the birds. The nearby cliffs offer sightings of baboons, birds of prey and scurrying hyraxes, as well as incredible views of the park. The national park covers 180 sq km and is home to warthogs, waterbuck, buffaloes, reedbucks, the occasional leopard, and white and black rhinos, which were introduced to the park some years ago.
Enjoy dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.
Suggested accommodation or similar standard:
Lanet Matfam Resort www.lanetmatfamresort.co.ke
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Day 6: Nakuru - Nairobi expand_more
Have breakfast at the lodge and depart for Nairobi to arrive in the afternoon.
Stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for its incredible views.
- Drop off at the airport for onward flight.
What's Included
Accommodation on a full board basis at the camp or lodge
Transport in a safari vehicle with a pop-up roof for easy photography
Park entry fee
Game drives
Mineral water
English speaking Kenyan guide/driver
Boat Ride in Naivasha
What's Excluded
Personal expenses
Drinks
Travel Insurance
Tips (tipping guideline USD 5-10 pp per day)
Masai Village
Balloon Safari (USD 400)
Lunch on the last day
Accommodation in Nairobi
Know before you go
This is a private safari whereby you do not share the safari van with strangers. Accommodation can be upgraded at an extra cost.
This safari visits two of the best parks in Kenya. Masai Mara is well known for its abundant wildlife throughout the year. During July – October, the world’s wonder of Wildebeest migration takes place every year. It also visits Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake where you take a boat ride to view the Hippos. On the Great Rift Valley floor, surrounded by wooded and bushy grassland, lies the beautiful Lake Nakuru National Park.
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
The group size and price | |
1 To 2 | USD 1300 Per Group |
This is a group tour |