5-Day Mara Great Migration Safari & Big Five Adventure

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

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru National Park with Afternoon Game Drive

Depart from Nairobi in the morning and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a brief stop at a viewpoint for photos. Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving in time for check in and lunch at your lodge. In the afternoon, head out for a game drive in search of rhinos, lions, buffalo, and the famous flamingos that line the lake shores. The park is also home to giraffes and a variety of bird species, offering excellent wildlife viewing in a compact area. Return to the lodge for dinner and overnight stay. Optional for an extra cost: upgrade to a luxury lodge or enjoy a guided bird watching experience.

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 to Masai Mara with Scenic Drive and Afternoon Arrival

Depart after breakfast and enjoy a scenic journey through rolling hills and rural landscapes before arriving in the Masai Mara in time for check in and lunch at your camp or lodge. Spend the afternoon at leisure, taking in the surroundings and preparing for the days ahead in this iconic wildlife destination. The Masai Mara is known for its rich wildlife population, including the Big Five and seasonal wildebeest migration. Dinner and overnight at the camp or lodge. Optional for an extra cost: upgrade to a luxury camp for enhanced comfort and exclusivity.

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 just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Big Five & Great Migration Experience

Spend the day exploring the expansive plains, following the movement of the Great Wildebeest Migration and searching for abundant wildlife. Your guide will focus on areas with the highest concentration of animals, offering excellent chances to encounter the Big Five including lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, and rhino. The landscape is rich with plains game such as zebras, antelopes, and giraffes, as well as diverse birdlife. A picnic lunch is enjoyed within the reserve, allowing more time in the wild. Return to the camp or lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight stay. Optional for an extra cost: hot air balloon safari with bush breakfast or upgrade to a luxury camp for a more exclusive experience.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Immersive Big Five Encounters & Migration Moments

Spend another rewarding day within the reserve, focusing on areas known for high wildlife activity. The open plains provide excellent opportunities to observe predators such as lions and cheetahs, as well as large herds of elephants, buffalo, and plains game. Depending on the season, you may witness dramatic scenes of the wildebeest migration as herds gather across the landscape. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic location, allowing for uninterrupted time in nature. Return to the camp or lodge in the evening for relaxation, dinner, and overnight stay. Optional for an extra cost: hot air balloon safari with bush breakfast or upgrade to a luxury camp for enhanced comfort and exclusivity.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Breakfast, Optional Maasai Village Experience & Departure

Enjoy a relaxed morning with breakfast at the camp or lodge, followed by check out. Take in the final views of the surrounding landscape before departure. Optional for an extra cost: Maasai village experience, offering insight into local traditions and culture. Thereafter, begin the journey back to Nairobi, marking the end of your safari.

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.