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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 to Lake Naivasha

Nairobi to Lake Naivasha

Depart from Nairobi and travel through the scenic Great Rift Valley to beautiful Lake Naivasha.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge or camp and enjoy a delicious lunch before beginning your afternoon adventure.

Set out on a relaxing boat excursion across Lake Naivasha, where you can spot hippos, numerous bird species, and enjoy stunning views of the lake and surrounding landscapes.

After the boat ride, embark on a guided walking safari, offering a closer experience of the area’s natural environment and wildlife.

As the afternoon comes to an end, return to your lodge or camp to relax and enjoy dinner before spending the night in the peaceful surroundings of Lake Naivasha.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Activities:
Walking safaris (with an armed guide) & Boat trip
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Cycling and Hell's Gate Game Drive

Cycling and Hell's Gate Game Drive

After breakfast, set out for a full day of adventure and exploration around Lake Naivasha and Hell’s Gate National Park.

Guests can choose to enjoy an optional cycling adventure or horse-riding experience through Hell’s Gate National Park at an additional cost. These activities offer a unique way to explore the park’s dramatic volcanic landscapes, towering cliffs, open savannah and wildlife, including zebras, giraffes and other species.

For guests who prefer not to take part in cycling or horse riding, enjoy a full-day game drive through Hell’s Gate National Park, exploring its spectacular scenery and searching for wildlife at a relaxed pace.

A picnic or lunch break will be arranged during the day before continuing the chosen activity. Later, return to your lodge or camp around Lake Naivasha for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort
  • Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha and drive through the scenic Great Rift Valley towards Lake Nakuru National Park.

Upon arrival, check in at your lodge or camp and enjoy lunch before heading out for your first afternoon game drive.

Explore the park’s diverse landscapes, from open savannah and acacia woodland to the shores of Lake Nakuru. Keep an eye out for rhinos, lions, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and other wildlife, while enjoying the beautiful scenery around the lake.
As the afternoon progresses, continue your game drive in search of wildlife before returning to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.

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
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
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

Lake Nakuru NP to the Legendary Masai Mara NR

Lake Nakuru NP to the Legendary Masai Mara NR

After breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru and journey south through the scenic Great Rift Valley towards the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve.

Enjoy the changing landscapes as you travel from the Rift Valley highlands into Kenya’s famous savannah country.

Arrive in the Masai Mara in time for lunch at your lodge or camp, followed by an afternoon game drive. Begin exploring the vast plains of the Mara in search of lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, buffaloes and other wildlife.

With its rich concentration of wildlife and breathtaking scenery, your first afternoon in the Mara offers an exciting introduction to one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations.

Return to your lodge or 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
Wild DogVery Rare
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Sarova Mara Game Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 5

Masai Mara Exploration Safari

Masai Mara Exploration Safari

After breakfast enjoy a full day exploring the legendary Masai Mara National Reserve, with game viewing across the wildlife-rich savannah. Depending on your travel dates, you may have the opportunity to witness the Great Migration, when vast herds of wildebeest and zebras move through the Mara ecosystem.

Spend the day searching for lions, elephants, cheetahs, leopards, giraffes, buffaloes and other wildlife, with a picnic lunch enjoyed in the wilderness.

For those looking to enhance their experience, an optional hot-air balloon safari can be arranged at an additional cost. You may also choose to visit a Maasai village at an additional cost, offering an opportunity to learn about the local culture, traditions and way of life.

Return to your lodge or camp in the evening for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)
Accommodation:
Sarova Mara Game Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 6

From Masai mara Main Reserve to Naboisho Conservancy

From Masai mara Main Reserve to Naboisho Conservancy

After breakfast, check out from your lodge or camp in the Masai Mara National Reserve and journey into the Naboisho Conservancy.

Enjoy an introductory game drive through the conservancy en route to your camp or lodge, with opportunities to spot wildlife along the way.

After check-in and lunch, head out for an afternoon game drive exploring the conservancy’s beautiful savannah and searching for lions, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes and other wildlife.

Return to camp or lodge in the late afternoon to relax and prepare for your evening adventure. After sunset, embark on an exciting night game drive within Naboisho Conservancy, not in the main Masai Mara National Reserve, offering a unique opportunity to experience the wilderness after dark.

Guests may enjoy dinner either before or after the night game drive, depending on their preferred schedule and camp arrangements.

Main Destination:
Mara Naboisho Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara)
Best Time To Go June to October (Wildlife), November to April (Birding)
High Season June to October and December to March
Best Weather
Activities:
Game drives (Pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle), Evening/night game drives & Nature hikes/walks
Accommodation:
Basecamp Wilderness Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Mara Naboisho Conservancy (Greater Masai Mara)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 7

Transfer to Nairobi

Transfer to Nairobi

After breakfast, check out from your camp or lodge in Naboisho Conservancy and begin your journey back to Nairobi.
You may depart with a packed lunch from your camp or lodge, or enjoy lunch at a suitable restaurant along the way.

Continue through the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley and the Kenyan countryside as you make your way towards Nairobi.
Upon arrival in the capital, you will be dropped off at your preferred location, bringing your 7-day Lakes, Lions & Nighttime Wilderness Safari to a comfortable and memorable conclusion.

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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