5 Day Adventure of a Lifetime: Private Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari in Kenya
Private Kenyan Safari Experience
Embark on an unforgettable five-day safari to Kenya’s most iconic national parks - Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru. Experience breathtaking landscapes, witness diverse wildlife, and immerse yourself in the rich Maasai culture. This safari takes you through the golden savannahs of the Mara, home to the Big Five, and the scenic beauty of Lake Nakuru, renowned for its flamingos and rhino sanctuary.
Key information
- Private safari
- Children from the age of three years old can join under the supervision of a parent or guardian
- Starts and ends in Nairobi
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Park entrance fees for Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru included
Highlights
- Big Five game viewing in Maasai Mara
- Enjoy game drives led by professional guides
- Witness the iconic Maasai Mara landscape and abundant wildlife
- Visit the Mara River, a hotspot for the Great Migration (seasonal)
- Explore Lake Nakuru National Park, home to flamingos and rhinos
- Scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley
- 4 nights comfortable accommodations on a full-board basis
- Park entrance fees for Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru included
Skill level
- Beginner
- Intermediate
- Advanced
Styles
Accommodation
You will stay at a lodge / camp in Maasai Mara for two nights and at a lodge in Lake Nakuru for two nights.
Program
Enjoy game drives led by professional guides, comfortable accommodations, and an adventure of a lifetime. The best times for a safari to Kenya are any months but mid-April and May, during the "big rains." If you want to see the "Great Migration," then its best to go on a safari from August through October, when the herds will be in the Maasai Mara.
Wildlife migration patterns will fluctuate in most parks, depending on the season and where the "food" is. For example, in the dry season during July to September, large concentrations of elephants head to Amboseli to get water from springs that originate from the snows of Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara
Depart Nairobi in the morning and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley. Stopover at a viewpoint for breathtaking views and photos. Arrive in Maasai Mara in time for lunch at your lodge / camp. This will be followed by an afternoon game drive in Maasai Mara National Reserve. Return to your lodge / camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2: Full-day Maasai Mara Game Drive
Have breakfast at the lodge / camp, then a full-day game drive with packed lunch, exploring the vast savannah and tracking the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino). Visit the Mara River, a famous crossing point for the Great Migration.
There will be an optional Maasai village visit to learn about the Maasai culture. Return to the lodge / camp for dinner and overnight stay.
Day 3: Morning game drive and transfer to Lake Nakuru
Have breakfast at the lodge / camp. Check out and depart for Lake Nakuru National Park. Arrive in Lake Nakuru in time for lunch at your lodge. Go on an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingos, rhinos, and tree-climbing lions. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the lodge.
Day 4: Lake Nakuru morning game drive and leisure
Go on an early morning game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, then have breakfast at the lodge. You'll then have leisure time at the lodge, with optional nature walks or relaxation. There will also be an optional afternoon visit to nearby attractions such as Menengai Crater or Hyrax Hill. Dinner and overnight stay will be at the lodge.
Day 5: Lake Nakuru to Nairobi
Have breakfast at the lodge. Check out and depart for Nairobi. Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon with a drop-off at your hotel or airport.
Location
Embark on an unforgettable 5-day safari to Kenya’s most iconic national parks—Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru.
Food
The package includes three meals a day while on safari. The food on safari is delicious and ranges from simple to gourmet. You can expect lots of fresh fruits and vegetables and wonderful homemade soups. Chicken, lamb, beef, or pork are usually served at lunch and dinner, as well as fish and vegetarian dishes.
Breakfast is a buffet with lots of tropical fruits, hot and cold cereals, bacon, sausages, mushrooms, bread and pastries, and eggs to order. Lunch can be either buffet-style or served at the table and always starts with soup. Dinner is usually a four or five-course sit-down affair, although there will be no need to dress up.
Often, your safari guide will join you at meals as you recall your day's events.
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
- Regular (typically includes meat and fish)
- Other dietary requirements on request
Things to do (optional)
- Maasai village visit - 30 USD per person
- Hot air balloon - 500 USD per person
What's included
- Daily game drives as per the itinerary
- Transport in a 4x4 safari vehicle with a pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Park entrance fees for Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru
- Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi
- 4 nights accommodation on a full-board basis (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Bottled drinking water during the safari
What's not included
- International / domestic flights
- Visa fees
- Personal expenses (laundry, drinks, phone calls, etc.)
- Optional activities (balloon safari, Maasai village visit, etc.)
- Travel insurance
- Tips and gratuities for the guide and lodge staff
How to get there
Recommended Airports
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
196 km
Transfer not provided
Cancellation Policy
- A reservation requires a deposit of 15% 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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