9-Day The Big 5 Bonanza in Masai Mara & Laikipia

• You'll be collected from the airport.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Arrival in Nairobi & Transfer to Ol Pejeta

On arrival at Nairobi’s Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be met by your safari guide and set off for Ol Pejeta Conservancy, about a four-hour drive from the city. En route, pause at the Equator before continuing to Sweetwaters Serena Camp. After lunch and a short rest, enjoy your first game drive in Ol Pejeta, a sanctuary renowned for its rhino conservation efforts and diverse wildlife.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Best Time To Visit June to September (Dry season)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to September and December to February (Less rain)

Wildlife in Ol Pejeta Conservancy

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

Black RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

WildebeestOccasional

HippoOccasional

LeopardRare

Wild DogRare

Accommodation:

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinks not included

Exploring Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Begin the day with an early morning game drive when predators are active and the savannah is alive with movement. Mid-morning, visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary and meet Baraka, the famous blind black rhino. After some leisure time at camp, head out for an afternoon and evening drive, capped with a night game drive for a chance to see elusive nocturnal species.

Main Destination:

Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Accommodation:

Sweetwaters Serena Camp

• Luxury tented camp located inside Ol Pejeta Conservancy (Laikipia Plateau)

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Rift Valley Adventure

After a final morning drive in Ol Pejeta, journey south into the Great Rift Valley, reaching Lake Elementeita Serena Luxury Camp in about four hours. Nestled within the Soysambu Conservancy, this area is famed for flamingos, birdlife, and rich cultural history. In the evening, head out on a game drive across the valley before returning to camp for dinner and relaxation.

Main Destination:

Rift Valley Viewpoint (Highlight)

Accommodation:

Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp

• Luxury tented camp located at Lake Elementaita

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Lake Naivasha & Sundowner

Today brings a delightful change of pace with a peaceful boat ride on Lake Naivasha, gliding past pods of hippos and flocks of vibrant waterbirds. Later, stop to browse local crafts before enjoying a scenic sundowner in the conservancy. Return to camp for a warm dinner under the stars.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Accommodation:

Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp

• Luxury tented camp located at Lake Elementaita

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Into the Masai Mara

Drive six hours across Kenya’s plains to reach the world-famous Masai Mara. Check in at Mara Serena Safari Lodge, perched high on a hill with sweeping views of the Mara River and the savannah beyond. After lunch, set off for an afternoon game drive, immersing yourself in the drama of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife reserve.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or August to October (For wildebeest migration)

High Season June to October and December to March

Best Weather June to October (Sunny, but not too hot)

Wildlife in Masai Mara NR

ElephantCommon

GiraffeCommon

LionCommon

CheetahCommon

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

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BuffaloCommon

HippoCommon

HyenaCommon

LeopardOccasional

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Masai Mara Safari Adventures

Enjoy two full days immersed in the wonders of the Masai Mara Triangle. Begin each morning with exhilarating game drives across the savannah, where the Big Five and countless other species roam freely. A special highlight includes a memorable Hippo Pool breakfast, dining amidst the grunts and splashes of these river giants. Afternoons bring more game drives and the chance to witness predator-prey encounters on the open plains. For an unforgettable perspective, opt for a sunrise hot-air balloon safari (additional cost), drifting silently above the landscape as the sun paints the sky. Both nights are spent at Mara Serena Safari Lodge.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Mara Serena Safari Lodge

• Luxury lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Masai Mara – Nairobi

After breakfast, depart the Mara and drive back to Nairobi, approximately six hours away. En route, enjoy an Ethiopian cultural lunch experience before checking in at Nairobi Serena Hotel. Spend the afternoon relaxing or choose from optional excursions in the city. Dinner is included at the hotel.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

Nairobi Serena Hotel

• Luxury hotel located in Nairobi (City)

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinks not included

Departure

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel, with a packed breakfast box available for early flights. You will then be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward international departure. With Amref Flying Doctors emergency cover included, you are assuredly in safe hands. Your safari ends here with memories of an unforgettable adventure.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
• Drinks not included

• Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
• You'll be dropped off at the airport.