5-Day Ultimate Big Five Safari Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara

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

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru

Your safari begins with an early morning pick-up from your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi. Travel through the spectacular Great Rift Valley, stopping at a scenic viewpoint before continuing to Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its abundant birdlife, rhinos, and diverse wildlife. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and relaxation. Later, enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of white and black rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes, lions, buffaloes, zebras, and numerous bird species. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:

Ziwa Bush Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Wildlife Safari in Lake Nakuru National Park

After an early breakfast, set out with packed lunch boxes for an exciting full-day game drive in the spectacular Lake Nakuru National Park. Explore the park's diverse ecosystems, from acacia woodlands and open grasslands to the shimmering alkaline lake, renowned for its rich wildlife and birdlife. Accompanied by your expert safari guide, search for endangered black and white rhinos, lions, elusive leopards, buffaloes, Rothschild's giraffes, zebras, waterbucks, baboons, and an impressive variety of bird species, including flamingos when lake conditions are favourable. Pause to enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot within the park before continuing your wildlife adventure through the afternoon. As the day draws to a close, return to your lodge to relax, enjoy a delicious dinner, and settle in for a comfortable overnight stay, reflecting on another unforgettable day in Kenya's remarkable wilderness.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Accommodation:

Ziwa Bush Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara – Scenic Journey & Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, check out of your lodge and journey towards the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve, travelling through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley and the picturesque Maasai countryside. Along the way, enjoy scenic landscapes and glimpses of traditional rural life before arriving at your safari lodge or camp in time for lunch. After a short break, embark on an exhilarating afternoon game drive across the Mara's endless golden plains, renowned for their exceptional wildlife. Keep your camera ready as you search for lions, elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, antelopes, cheetahs, and many other fascinating species in their natural habitat. As the sun sets over the African savannah, return to your lodge or camp for a delicious dinner and a relaxing overnight stay, preparing for another unforgettable day of safari adventure.

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

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Olkinyei Mara Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Big Five Safari in the Maasai Mara

After an early breakfast, depart with packed lunch boxes for an unforgettable full-day game drive in the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Explore the reserve's vast savannahs, riverine forests, and rolling plains in search of the iconic Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo—as well as cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hyenas, gazelles, and an extraordinary variety of birdlife. Enjoy a picnic lunch at a scenic spot in the heart of the reserve before continuing your wildlife adventure through the afternoon. For an even more memorable experience, you may opt for an early morning Hot Air Balloon Safari or visit a traditional Maasai Village to experience the rich culture and heritage of the Maasai people (both activities are available at an extra cost). Return to your safari lodge or camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Olkinyei Mara Tented Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Sunrise Safari & Return to Nairobi

Begin your day with an early morning game drive, when the Maasai Mara comes alive with spectacular wildlife activity. Return to your lodge or camp for breakfast before checking out. Bid farewell to Kenya's iconic wilderness as you begin the scenic drive back to Nairobi through the picturesque Great Rift Valley. Stop for lunch en route before continuing to the city. Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon, where you will be dropped off at your hotel or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, marking the end of your unforgettable Kenyan 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.