5-Day Hells Gate, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara Safari

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

Hell's Gate Adventure & Lake Naivasha

Depart Nairobi early in the morning and travel through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley to Hell's Gate National Park. Spend the day exploring the park on a guided cycling safari, riding past zebras, giraffes, gazelles, and spectacular volcanic landscapes. Adventure seekers can also enjoy rock climbing on the park's natural cliffs, making the most of one of Kenya's premier outdoor adventure destinations. After the park visit, continue to Lake Naivasha and check in at Lazarus Lodge. If time permits, you may take an optional boat ride on the lake to spot hippos and a variety of bird species before enjoying dinner and an overnight stay at the lodge.

Main Destination:

Hell’S Gate National Park (Kenya)

Best Time To Visit June to February (Little rain)

High Season The park is rarely busy

Best Weather June to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Hell’s Gate NP

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloCommon

ZebraCommon

LeopardVery Rare

CheetahVery Rare

HyenaRare

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ElephantNone

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LionNone

WildebeestNone

HippoNone

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Lake Naivasha Lazarus Lodge

• Budget hotel located less than 1hr drive from Hell’s Gate NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Rhino Tracking & Scenic Lake Nakuru Safari

After breakfast at Lazarus Lodge in Lake Naivasha, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park via the scenic Great Rift Valley, enjoying views of rolling hills and beautiful countryside. Arrive at Buraha Zenoni Hotel for lunch before heading to the park for an afternoon game drive.

Explore the park’s diverse landscapes in search of rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, buffaloes, zebras, and other wildlife. Enjoy views of the scenic lake, famous for its birdlife and excellent photography opportunities. Later, return to Buraha Zenoni Hotel for dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park (Kenya)

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:

Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort

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

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Entering the Wild Heart of Masai Mara

After breakfast at your hotel in Lake Nakuru, depart for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, taking in Kenya’s breathtaking landscapes before arriving at the reserve in time for lunch.

In the afternoon, set out on an exciting evening game drive across the Mara’s vast plains. Look out for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, cheetahs, and many other wildlife species in their natural habitat. As the sun begins to set, admire the spectacular scenery and capture unforgettable moments in one of Africa’s finest safari destinations.

After your game drive, return to your safari camp or lodge for dinner and a relaxing overnight stay, reflecting on the incredible experiences of your first day in the legendary Masai Mara.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

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:

Lenchada Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Full Day Safari Adventure in Masai Mara

Begin your day with a memorable bush breakfast in the heart of the Masai Mara, surrounded by the sights and sounds of the African wilderness. Afterwards, enjoy a full-day game drive across the reserve's endless plains in search of the Big Five and other remarkable wildlife.

Visit the iconic Mara River, renowned for the Great Migration, where thousands of wildebeest and zebras cross during the migration season while avoiding powerful Nile crocodiles. Watch for hippos along the riverbanks and admire the spectacular scenery that makes this ecosystem one of Africa's most famous wildlife destinations.

As the day unfolds, continue exploring the reserve in search of lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, buffaloes, and diverse birdlife before returning to your camp or lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve (Kenya)

Accommodation:

Lenchada Tourist Camp

• Budget tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

A Final Glimpse of the Mara Before Nairobi

After an early breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and begin your return journey to Nairobi. Before leaving the reserve, enjoy a final enroute game drive, offering one last opportunity to spot lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, cheetahs, hyenas, and other wildlife in their natural habitat.

Continue through the scenic Great Rift Valley, where rolling hills, dramatic escarpments, and picturesque landscapes provide a memorable backdrop for your journey. Take in the final views of Kenya's beautiful countryside and reflect on the unforgettable experiences of your safari.

Arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon, bringing your five-day adventure through Hell's Gate National Park, Lake Nakuru National Park, and the world-famous Masai Mara to a memorable close.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City, Kenya)

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.