6-Day The Golden Savannah Luxury Expedition

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

Arrival in nairobi

Welcome to Nairobi, the vibrant gateway to your Golden Savannah Expedition. Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you will be warmly welcomed by our representative and transferred to your luxury hotel. Take this opportunity to settle into your elegant surroundings and unwind after your journey. Depending on your arrival time, you may enjoy a relaxed afternoon at the hotel, explore a little of Nairobi, or simply rest and prepare for the exciting safari ahead. In the evening, enjoy a delicious dinner and experience the warm Kenyan hospitality before spending a peaceful night in Nairobi.

Main Destination:

Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)

Accommodation:

Hilton Garden Inn Nairobi Airport

• Mid-range hotel located at Nairobi Airport

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Nairobi to nakuru into the rift valley

After a delicious breakfast at your hotel, begin your journey from Nairobi towards Lake Nakuru National Park, travelling through the spectacular landscapes of Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. Along the way, enjoy scenic views of rolling hills, escarpments, local communities, and the beautiful countryside.

Upon arrival in the Lake Nakuru area, enjoy lunch at your lodge before heading out for your first exciting game drive. Explore the park’s diverse habitats, home to rhinos, buffaloes, giraffes, zebras, lions, leopards, and a variety of bird species. The shores of Lake Nakuru also provide a beautiful setting for photography and wildlife viewing.

As the afternoon unfolds, continue exploring the park before returning to your lodge in the evening. Relax, enjoy a delicious dinner, and take in the peaceful atmosphere of the Rift Valley as you prepare for another day of adventure.

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 wildlife and nature discovery

Wake up to a beautiful morning at Lake Nakuru and enjoy breakfast before setting out for a full day of wildlife discovery. Begin with an early morning game drive when the park is alive with activity. Explore the diverse landscapes of Lake Nakuru National Park and look out for the famous white and black rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, waterbucks, antelopes, and, with some luck, lions and leopards. Enjoy spectacular views of the lake and surrounding Rift Valley scenery while spotting the many bird species that call the park home. Return to the lodge for lunch and time to relax before heading out again for an afternoon game drive. Continue exploring the park as the golden afternoon light creates perfect opportunities for photography. In the evening, return to your lodge, enjoy dinner, relax, and prepare for your journey to the magnificent Maasai Mara the following day.

Main Destination:

Lake Nakuru National Park

Accommodation:

Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located inside Lake Nakuru NP

Meals & Drinks:

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

Nakuru to maasai mara into the golden savannah

After an early breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and begin your scenic journey towards the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve. Enjoy beautiful views of Kenya’s countryside as you travel through rolling hills, traditional villages, farmlands, and the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. As you approach the Mara, the scenery transforms into vast golden grasslands, creating an exciting welcome to Kenya’s iconic safari destination. Upon arrival, check into your lodge and enjoy a delicious lunch before taking some time to relax. Later in the afternoon, set out on your first game drive across the Mara’s endless plains. Search for elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, antelopes, lions, cheetahs, and other wildlife. Capture stunning photographs as the afternoon light illuminates the savannah. As the sun begins to set, enjoy the spectacular African sunset before returning to your lodge for dinner and a relaxing evening surrounded by the sounds of the wild.

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:

Masai Mara Sopa Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Maasai mara the ultimate safari

Wake up early to the sounds of the African wilderness and enjoy breakfast before embarking on a full-day game drive through the magnificent Maasai Mara National Reserve. The early morning is an ideal time to explore the savannah, when wildlife is most active and the soft golden light creates perfect opportunities for photography. Search for the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—along with cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, hippos, and numerous antelope species. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve surrounded by the breathtaking scenery of the Mara before continuing your afternoon exploration. Your guide will share fascinating insights into the wildlife, landscape, and Maasai culture. As the day progresses, keep watch for predators beginning their evening activities. Later, enjoy the beautiful African sunset before returning to your lodge. Relax, enjoy dinner, and spend your final evening in the Mara reflecting on an unforgettable safari 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)

Maasai mara to Nairobi

Wake up early and enjoy your final morning in the magnificent Maasai Mara. After breakfast, take in the peaceful surroundings and, depending on your departure time, enjoy a short morning game drive for one last opportunity to spot wildlife across the golden plains. Keep watch for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes, and other animals beginning their morning activities. Later, depart Maasai Mara and begin your scenic journey back to Nairobi, travelling through beautiful countryside, traditional villages, farms, and rolling landscapes. Along the way, reflect on the unforgettable wildlife encounters and breathtaking scenery that have made your Golden Savannah Expedition special. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be transferred to your preferred hotel, location, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward journey. Bid farewell to Kenya with wonderful memories of Nairobi, Lake Nakuru, and the legendary Maasai Mara.

Main Destination:

Nairobi Airport (Nairobi)

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.