5-Day Unforgettable Wildebeest Migration & Big Five Tour

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

Nairobi – Lake Nakuru National Park

You will be met at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or your preferred Nairobi location by your professional safari guide and depart for Lake Nakuru National Park via the Great Rift Valley. Enjoy a scenic stop at a panoramic viewpoint before descending to the Rift Valley floor. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and relaxation. Later, embark on a comprehensive game drive around the alkaline lake, famous for its white and black rhino populations and Rothschild giraffes. The acacia woodlands provide opportunities to spot leopards, while the lakeshore often hosts flamingos and other water birds. Return to your lodge before dusk for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Best Time To Visit June to February (Best for wildlife viewing; little rain)

High Season July to February (The park gets very busy)

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Lake Nakuru NP

GiraffeCommon

White RhinoCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

HippoCommon

Black RhinoOccasional

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LionOccasional

LeopardOccasional

HyenaOccasional

ElephantNone

CheetahNone

WildebeestNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP

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Meals & Drinks:

• Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve

Enjoy breakfast followed by check out and depart for the Masai Mara, driving through the scenic Rift Valley landscapes and local towns. Arrive at your camp or lodge in time for lunch and relaxation. Later, head out for an extensive game drive across the vast savannah plains of the Masai Mara. Known for its high concentration of wildlife, the reserve offers excellent chances to spot lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and cheetahs. The rolling grasslands and scattered acacia trees create a classic African safari setting. Return to camp before dusk for dinner and overnight.

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:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Exploring the Masai Mara with extended game drives focused on tracking the Great Migration

Spend the entire day exploring the Masai Mara with extended game drives focused on tracking the Great Migration (seasonal). Visit the Mara River area where dramatic river crossings may occur, depending on timing. Large herds of wildebeests and zebras move across the plains, closely followed by predators such as lions and crocodiles. A picnic lunch will be enjoyed at a scenic location within the reserve, maximizing wildlife viewing time. Throughout the day, your guide will interpret animal behavior and position the vehicle for prime photography opportunities. Return to lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Exploring different sectors of the Masai Mara National Reserve

Another rewarding day awaits as you explore different sectors of the reserve. After breakfast, depart for an extended game drive aimed at tracking the Big Five within this wildlife-rich ecosystem. Explore open plains, riverine forests, and rolling hills while observing interactions between predators and prey. A picnic lunch will be served in the bush, allowing uninterrupted exploration. The Masai Mara’s diverse habitats ensure varied sightings and spectacular landscapes throughout the day. Return to your lodge before dusk for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

• All meals included
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Masai Mara – Nairobi

Enjoy breakfast at your lodge followed by check out. Thereafter, depart for Nairobi with a scenic drive across the savannah and the Great Rift Valley. Upon arrival, you will be dropped off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport or your preferred location in Nairobi, marking the end of your unforgettable migration and Big Five safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Accommodation:

No accommodation (End of tour)

Meals & Drinks:

• Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
• Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

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