4-Day Lake Nakuru & Maasai Mara Mid-Range Safari

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

Nairobi to Lake Nakuru | Afternoon Game Drive

Your safari begins in Nairobi as you depart towards the remarkable landscapes of the Great Rift Valley, travelling through the rolling countryside and escarpments that define this part of Kenya. Continue towards the Lake Nakuru region, where the landscape gradually opens into one of the country’s most celebrated wildlife areas. Arrive at Ziwa Bush Lodge, a tranquil retreat surrounded by natural woodland, where you will check in and enjoy lunch before your afternoon safari. Later, enter Lake Nakuru National Park for your first game drive, exploring its picturesque lake, woodland and open grasslands. The park is renowned for its rhino conservation and diverse wildlife, with opportunities to encounter buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, waterbuck and an array of birdlife. As the afternoon light settles over the park, return to Ziwa Bush Lodge for dinner and a peaceful 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

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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)

Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara

After breakfast, leave Lake Nakuru behind and journey south-west towards the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve. The route takes you through Kenya’s changing landscapes, from the highlands of the Great Rift Valley to the sweeping grasslands of the Mara ecosystem. Upon arrival, settle in at Enkorok Mara Camp and enjoy lunch before setting out for your first afternoon game drive. As the golden light settles over the plains, explore the reserve in search of elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest and the Mara’s celebrated big cats. Return to camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

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

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Enkorok Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Full-Day Maasai Mara | The Heart of the Kenyan Safari

After breakfast, venture deep into the Maasai Mara for a full day of wildlife exploration. With the freedom of a full-day game drive, there is time to explore beyond the main areas and appreciate the remarkable scale and beauty of this iconic wilderness. Your experienced guide will follow wildlife activity and seasonal conditions, seeking out the best opportunities for sightings. The Mara supports an extraordinary range of species, from great herds of wildebeest and zebra to elephants, buffaloes, giraffes, hippos and an impressive variety of birdlife, alongside lions, cheetahs and leopards. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve before continuing your safari through the afternoon. Return to Enkorok Mara Camp for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Enkorok Mara Camp

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

Maasai Mara to Nairobi | Farewell to the Mara

After breakfast at Enkorok Mara Camp, bid farewell to the Maasai Mara and begin the journey back to Nairobi. As the savannah gradually gives way to Kenya’s countryside, enjoy the final landscapes of your safari before arriving in the capital. Depending on your onward flight schedule, enjoy lunch at the renowned Carnivore Restaurant, offering a memorable dining experience in Nairobi. Lunch at Carnivore Restaurant is optional and available at an additional cost. Other optional Nairobi experiences, including the Giraffe Centre, Nairobi National Museum or Maasai Market, may also be arranged subject to time and availability. Following your chosen activities, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) for your onward journey. Airport transfer is included in the safari package.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Activities:

Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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.