8 Days Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru Safari

Day 1: Nairobi-Maasai mara national reserve

We will drive through the dramatic Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara National Reserve. This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest’s migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Lunch at our Lodge and relax before departing for the afternoon game run. The Mara Game Reserve–one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Large mammals are varied, and easy to see. Residents among the Park’s are: Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousand of plain game including Impala, Zebra, Topi, and both Thomson’s and grants Gazelles. Dinner and overnight will be served in the lodge/camp.

Day 2: Full day in Maasai mara national reserve

Spend a whole day viewing wildlife in Masai Mara Game reserve with morning and afternoon game drives. Have a chance to see the “BIG FIVE”: Lion, Elephant, Rhino, Buffalo and Leopard. Wildebeests, Zebras, Cheetahs and Gazelles, other kinds of African wildlife can also be easily spotted. Witness the famous wildebeests (Gnu) and zebra migration from Serengeti (Tanzania) to Maasai Mara (Kenya) between July and September; this movement is one of world wonders. Masai Mara being the stomping ground of the Great Migration, a massive accumulation of 1.5 million wildebeest, 200,000 zebras and 350,000 gazelles stretching their legs over 1,200 miles in an annual race to find enough water and green grass for their survival. More afternoon game drives at this jewel reserve of Kenya. Return to the lodge/camp for dinner and overnight.

 Day 3: full day in Maasai mara national reserve

The day will be spend in search for great predators and perhaps even cubs continues today 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 we also have 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. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 4: Full day in Maasai mara national reserve

After breakfast, depart heading South West to Masai Mara National reserve arriving in time for lunch at your camp.  Afternoon game drive across the beautiful dotted plains of Mara in search for large prides of lions and other cat’s family species like cerval cat, cheetah, and leopard including herbivores like Topi, Hartebeest, Oribi as well as many other mammals, reptiles and amphibian species. Have dinner and overnight stay at the lodge.

Day 5: Full day in Maasai mara national reserve

Spend a full day at Mara in search for more game including an opportunity to spot the big five: Lion, Leopard, Rhino, Buffalo and Elephant.  Game drives are flexible, with optional visits to a local Masai village where you can interact with local people and learn of their culture and traditions. Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 6: Full day in Maasai mara national reserve

Full day spent exploring the parks with early morning, mid morning and afternoon game drives where you will have the opportunity of spotting the BIG 5 including lions, elephants, leopards, rhinos and buffaloes. You will have an option of going out with picnic lunch boxes to spend the entire whole day in the park. You will have your dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Day 7: Maasai mara – Lake Nakuru national park

Depart for Lake Nakuru National Park after breakfast, arriving in time for lunch at the lodge as well as check in. Afternoon game drive takes you to the lake to view Flamingos and pelicans. Also, spot White/Black Rhinos, Rothschild Giraffe, Waterbucks and other kinds of African wildlife. The Lake Forest attracts a wide variety of birds. have your dinner and overnight stay at the lodge/camp.

Day 8: Lake Nakuru National Park – Nairobi Airport.

Morning game drives before breakfast and then depart for Nairobi after breakfast, with lunch on the way; later drop off at the Nairobi Airport,

The safari cost includes

• Transport using 4x4 safari vehicle
•  Services of a Professional guide
• All Park entrance fees
•  Full board accommodation whilst on safari
•  1 liter bottled water each day
•  All game drive as per itinerary

 The price excludes:

• Tips and gratitude
• Beverages/soft drinks  
• Personal expenditure
• Items of personal nature