Polarsteps Safaris

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$1,286 to $1,577 pp (USD)

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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

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

Day 1

Nairobi/Mara

Nairobi/Mara

Start your journey with an early morning departure to Maasai Mara National Reserve, one of Africa’s most celebrated wildlife destinations where animals still roam freely across vast, untouched landscapes in impressive numbers. As part of the greater Serengeti ecosystem, the Mara is especially famous for the annual migration of wildebeest and zebras, followed closely by predators in search of prey.

Arrive at your camp or lodge in time for lunch and some rest before heading out for an afternoon game drive. This first exploration of the reserve offers excellent opportunities to spot a wide variety of wildlife while enjoying the sweeping savannah scenery that makes the Maasai Mara so iconic.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and 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
Wild DogVery Rare
Accommodation:
Masai Mara Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve

After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day game drive with a packed lunch in Maasai Mara National Reserve, spending the day exploring its vast savannahs and rich wildlife habitats. The reserve is especially famous for its population of lions, including the iconic black-maned males, as well as a wide variety of resident animals that make it one of the best places in Africa to encounter the Big Five within a single safari experience. In some areas, cheetahs are often seen resting in the shade, sometimes even close to safari vehicles, offering exceptional viewing opportunities.

The Maasai Mara is also a paradise for bird lovers, with nearly 500 recorded species. These include a remarkable variety of raptors such as eagles, hawks, and falcons, along with vultures, storks, bustards, and colorful sunbirds. One of the highlights is the Kori bustard, recognized as the heaviest flying bird in the world.

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)

Day 3

Masai-Nakuru

Masai-Nakuru

Start the day with an early morning pick-up and journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, travelling southwards across the equator and through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Nestled near Lake Bogoria, Lake Nakuru is one of the region’s most renowned lakes and is celebrated for its exceptional natural beauty and ecological importance.

The lake is well known for its alkaline waters and for the spectacular flocks of flamingos that often gather along its shores, creating a breathtaking pink band along the water’s edge. It is widely regarded as one of Africa’s natural wonders due to its unique scenery and rich biodiversity.

Lake Nakuru also plays a vital conservation role as a rhino sanctuary, home to both black and white rhinos, making it one of the best places in Kenya to observe these endangered species.

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
BuffaloCommon
ZebraCommon
HippoCommon
Black RhinoOccasional
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LionOccasional
LeopardOccasional
HyenaOccasional
Accommodation:
Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 4

Nakuru-Nairobi

Nakuru-Nairobi

Begin the morning with an early game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, enjoying the calm hours when wildlife is most active and the park’s landscapes are bathed in soft morning light. After the drive, depart late in the morning and begin your journey back to Nairobi.

Enjoy lunch en route as you travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley, with views of rolling escarpments and rural countryside along the way. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, around 4:00 p.m., marking the end of your safari experience.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

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

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  • This tour is offered by Polarsteps Safaris, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
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  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.