Kenya · Safari

7-Day Kenya Safari through Lake Bogoria, Nakuru and Masai Mara

7 Days Round trip from Nairobi Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 See the Woodland Kingfisher and other birdlife at Lake Bogoria
02 Spot millions of pink flamingos in the Great Rift Valley
03 Enjoy game drives in Lake Nakuru National Park for rhino, giraffe, and plains game
04 Search for great predators and grazing herds in the Masai Mara

Embark on a wildlife expedition through Kenya, visiting Lake Bogoria, the Jewel of the Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru National Park, and the Masai Mara. See remarkable birdlife including the Woodland Kingfisher, Northern white-headed buffalo weaver, and pink flamingos, and enjoy game drives in search of Masai giraffe, buffalo, Grant's gazelles, rhino, lion, leopard, and more. This 7-day safari combines bird watching, scenic Rift Valley landscapes, and memorable wildlife encounters across some of Kenya's best-known parks and reserves.

Lake Bogoria is also known for the hot sulphur water gushing out of the ground, nature's version of a bath and sauna.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 7 Days

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Naivasha, Nairobi, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Bogoria

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Arrival in Nairobi

Meet your representatives at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and transfer to Sarova Panafric Hotel in Nairobi for your overnight stay. Depending on your time of arrival, our team will be available to organize an optional city tour or a short game drive to Nairobi National Park.

Accommodation: Sarova Panafric Hotel

Meal Plan: Breakfast

Day 02

Nairobi to Lake Bogoria National Park

After breakfast, depart for Lake Bogoria - the Jewel of the Great Rift Valley. Lake Bogoria is also known for the hot sulphur water gushing out of the ground, nature's version of a bath and sauna. Here, you will see the Woodland Kingfisher, Northern white-headed buffalo weaver, Rufous-crowned roller, and more. It is also home to millions of pink flamingos.

Accommodation: Lake Bogoria Spa Resort

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 03

Lake Bogoria to Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, proceed to Lake Nakuru. Lunch will be at Sarova Lion Hill, followed by afternoon game drives in the park. There are approximately 400 bird species at this lake. Many game species can also be found in the park, including the introduced Rothschild's giraffe, black and white rhino, waterbuck, reedbuck, lion, buffalo, leopard, baboon, and many species of plains game.

Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 04

Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara Game Reserve

After breakfast, depart for Maasai Mara and reach Sarova Mara Camp for lunch. Masai Mara Game Reserve has a high concentration of wildlife and outstanding scenic views.

Afternoon game viewing drives continue until sunset.

Accommodation: Sarova Mara Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 05

Full Day in Masai Mara

The search for great predators and even cubs continues today and tomorrow during extensive game runs. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals, plus the elusive cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. During our stay, there is also an optional opportunity to visit a village of the Masai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.

Accommodation: Sarova Mara Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Day 06

Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha

Depart Masai Mara after breakfast for Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch. Established in 1963 by Joy Adamson, the author of 'Born Free', and her husband George, the trust is dedicated to sharing the beauty of Kenya, its wildlife, and its people in a way that will inspire us all to preserve it for future generations of every species.
Watch the Born Free documentary here. After that, tea and snacks are served in the beautiful gardens before proceeding to your lodge for dinner and overnight.

Accommodation: Sawela Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 07

Lake Naivasha to Nairobi Departure

Drive back to Nairobi this morning, visit shopping areas of Nairobi, revisit a favourite site, or relax before proceeding to the airport, already fondly recalling the trip of a lifetime.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch

Where this trip takes you

Lake Bogoria hot springs, Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru National Park flamingo shores, Masai Mara grasslands

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Nairobi 5 cities · 7 Days

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Airport transfers
Round-trip transport
Accommodation while on safari
All park entry fees
All government taxes
Three meals per day
Bottled mineral water while on safari

What's Not Included

Items of a personal nature
Gratuities/tips
Accommodation in Nairobi on the final day

What to bring

Items of a personal nature.
Enough clothes.
Camera.

Know before you go

Malaria and Yellow Fever vaccinations are mandatory.
Proof of Covid-19 vaccination.
Note:
- The world needs trees more than ever. At Royal Private Safaris, we introduce you to how to plant some on your travels. For every guest who travels with our company in Kenya, we plant a tree in his or her name. Since 2015, we have planted roughly 5,000 trees and counting. Though small, these reforestation efforts can raise awareness of the need to increase tree cover to reduce carbon emissions and have the potential to make a tangible, sustained impact.

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