5 Day Lion King and Big 5 Tracking Safari at Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Lake Naivasha
Kenya Safari
Step into the world of the lion king on this five-day safari adventure, perfect for families, couples, seniors, private groups, and lion king fans worldwide. Explore Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations, track the Big Five, and visit the legendary Hell’s Gate National Park, the real-life inspiration for Disney’s The Lion King.
Key information
- Group safari
- No minimum group size
- Children from the age of 17 years are allowed to participate under the supervision of a parent or guardian
- Starting and ending point: Nairobi
- English speaking guide
- All park fees are included
Highlights
- 5 game drives
- Chance to see Big Five, hippos, and birds
- Ride in a pop up roof 4X4 vehicle
- Visit Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Lake Naivasha
- 4 nights accommodation
- Daily meals
- All park fees
Styles
Accommodation
Zebra Plains Camp (2 nights)
Zebra Plains Mara Camp is in Maasai Game Reserve which is the best wildlife Park in Africa, home to the "Annual Great Migration" of wildebeests and zebras, abundant lions, cheetahs, leopards, elephants, giraffes, hippos, and many other wildlife. It is the photographers' most preferred game viewing park in the world. The camp has the best views of the open plains of the Mara and is frequently visited by many wildlife. The camp’s setups allow you to have a memorable stay and safari.
Facilities
- Lounges and bar
- Food and dining
- Ashley's Spa
Flamingo Hill Tented Camp (1 night)
Flamingo Hill Camp is a charming midrange camp located within the world-famous Lake Nakuru National Park. Nestled in a lush landscape, this eco-friendly camp offers a peaceful retreat for travelers seeking comfort and adventure. Known for its personalized service and cozy atmosphere, the camp provides stunning views of the park’s diverse wildlife and the iconic Lake Nakuru, home to thousands of flamingos.
Osotua Luxury Resort by ICON (1 night)
This luxury camp offers a unique blend of comfort and adventure, perfect for those seeking to experience nature up close while enjoying the luxury of modern amenities. Whether you’re on a romantic retreat, a family vacation, or a solo adventure, Osotua promises an unforgettable experience with stunning views, eco-friendly practices, and local charm.
Program
Itinerary
Day 1: Nairobi - Masai Mara National Reserve
Your professional driver guide will pick you up from Jomo Kenyatta Airport or the city hotel for a scenic drive to Masai Mara National Reserve. Have a stopover at the spectacular Great Rift Valley viewpoint to stretch your legs and photograph the contrasting landscapes, including Mt. Longonot. Proceed through the Rift Valley floor to the Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving at the lodge in good time for lunch. Embark on your first game drive this afternoon.
- Duration: 6 hours drive
- Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 2: Masai Mara National Reserve
This is a full day spent game viewing across the rich tree-studded grassland and rolling hills of the famous Savanna. You will have a full-day game drive in Masai Mara Savannah. Your lunch today is picnic lunch boxes in the savannah under a lone flat-top acacia tree while watching the animals grazing. Continue with the game viewing arriving at your lodge late in the evening after thoroughly exploring this massive grassland savannah measuring 1,500 square kilometers.
You have an option of booking a balloon ride today which takes off early in the morning. After landing, the crew helps you out of the basket and escorts you to a lovely setting for a bush champagne breakfast which is a lifetime experience and worth the price. Later join your driver guide at a location and proceed with your full-day game drive.
- Accommodation: Zebra Plains Mara Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 3: Masai Mara National Reserve - Lake Nakuru National Park
Today after breakfast, drive north through Narok to Njoro Road, which crosses the beautiful sceneries of the fertile wheat lands of Mau and the Mau Forest complex (The source of the Mara River). You will arrive at the park in good time for lunch, check in to your lodge, and later depart for an afternoon game drive in this gorgeous park and return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.
- Duration: 5 hours drive
- Accommodation: Flamingo Hill Camp
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 4: Lake Nakuru National Park - Lake Naivasha
Depart for an early morning game drive and thereafter return to the lodge for a leisurely breakfast before driving to Lake Naivasha. On arrival after lunch, you will set off for an (optional) boat ride and a walking adventure at the Lake Naivasha game sanctuary. It is an opportunity to connect with nature and observe the wildlife up close.
The animals here are friendly, so you will have plenty of opportunities to take selfies and cherish the moments. You will return to the hotel later in the evening for dinner and overnight. Exploring the serene waters of Lake Naivasha on a boat is an absolute treat. You will have the chance to marvel at the diverse birdlife and wildlife that call the lake and its surroundings home.
- Duration: one hour drive
- Accommodation: Osotua Luxury Resort
- Meals: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Day 5: Lake Naivasha - Nairobi City
After a leisurely morning breakfast, you will check out of your lodge, pack up, and drive to the nearby Hell's Gate National Park (optional). You can choose to cycle, walk, or drive through the park, as it is one of the few national parks that allow these activities. You can rent a bicycle at the park gate upon arrival. Later, you will proceed back to Nairobi. On arrival in Nairobi, you have the option to have lunch at the famous Carnivore restaurant.
Afterward, you will be dropped off at your respective hotel or at the airport, marking the end of your safari. Depending on your homebound flight departure time, you will need to organize the departure time from Lake Naivasha with your driver guide. Although it is unfortunate that the safari has to come to an end, they are confident that you will return home with many exciting and happy memories, and they hope that you will join them again on safari sometime in the future.
- Duration: 2 hours drive
- Meals: Breakfast and drinking water
About the safari
Your journey begins with two nights in the Masai Mara, home to incredible wildlife and breathtaking savannahs. Next, spend one night at Lake Nakuru, famous for its flamingos and rhino sanctuary. Finally, enjoy one night at Lake Naivasha, where you will take a boat ride and visit Hell’s Gate National Park, before returning to Nairobi.
Location
The safari will take place in Kenya.
Masai Mara National Reserve
One of Camptrek Safaris' favorite places to look for wildlife in Kenya is the Masai Mara National Reserve. That is because the wildlife here is incredible, with big cats (lions, leopards, and cheetahs among other animals). There is a good chance you will also see giraffes, buffaloes, wildebeest, zebras, hippos, hyenas, and impalas. Bring your binoculars because more than 500 species of birds have been recorded in the reserve.
The area's beautiful savannah landscape and acacia trees add to the splendor of the environment. The Mara is renowned for its great herds of plains game animals like leopards, cheetahs, lions, and other herbivores. It has virtually every other type of wildlife to be found in Kenya.
Lake Nakuru National Park
Lake Nakuru National Park is among Kenya's finest national parks. The park is gorgeous all year round and boasts rocky escarpments, patches of yellow-barked acacia forest, and a waterfall. It is home to flamingos, black and white rhinos, lions, leopards, buffaloes, hippos, and the endangered Rothschild's giraffe. The southern end of the lake is the best place to see wildlife! The forested area below the Rhinos Cliff is a favorite lion-spotting point where lionesses love to sleep in the trees, and leopards frequent the same site.
Lake Naivasha
Lake Naivasha is a freshwater lake in Kenya outside the town of Naivasha northwest of Nairobi famous for its strong population of hippos, Giraffes, wildebeest, and the over 400 bird species in the forest surrounding the lake making it the perfect destination for birders.
Food
You will be served daily meals and drinks included in the price. Camptrek Safaris caters to special dietary requirements. Please let them know in advance so they can arrange with the accommodation facilities.
The following meals are included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Drinks
The following drinks are included:
- Water
- Coffee
- Tea
The following dietary requirement(s) are served and/or catered for:
- Vegetarian
- Lacto-ovo Vegetarian
- Vegan
- Gluten Free
- Organic
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Pescatarian
- Hallal
- Seafood
- Naturopathic
- Fruitarian
- Lactose Free
- Whole food
- Paleo diet
- Yogic
- Other dietary requirements on request
- Ayurvedic
Things to do (optional)
All extra activities not stated in the itineraries are paid directly to the suppliers.
- Balloon ride
- Boat ride
- Exploring Hell's Gate National Park
What's included
- All activities (unless labeled as optional)
- Game drives
- 4 nights accommodation (unless listed as upgrade)
- Meals as per itinerary
- Drinks as per itinerary
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- Binoculars
- Park fees
- A professional English-speaking driver and guide
- All transportation (unless labeled as optional)
- All taxes or VAT
What's not included
- International flights
- Additional accommodations before and at the end of the safari
- Tips (5 USD per person per day)
- Personal items (souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
190 km
Transfer included
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
- The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
- The rest of the payment should be paid on arrival.
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