5-Day The Great Rift Valley Safari Escape

• A transfer from the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.
• Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Journey into the Wild

You will depart Nairobi in the morning and embark on a scenic drive to the magnificent Masai Mara National Reserve, passing through the breathtaking Great Rift Valley viewpoint for a photo stop. Continue your journey through the beautiful countryside, arriving at your lodge in time for lunch. After lunch, relax and enjoy the facilities as you prepare for an exciting safari experience. In the afternoon, head out for your first game drive in search of the Big Five and other fascinating wildlife before returning to the lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

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:

• Evening game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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)

Into the Wild

After an early breakfast, you will set out for an exciting full-day game drive across the magnificent Masai Mara National Reserve. Explore the vast savannah plains in search of the Big Five, including lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes and rhinos, alongside cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests and numerous bird species.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve as you take in the breathtaking wilderness surroundings. Spend the afternoon exploring more of the reserve, with opportunities to witness incredible wildlife encounters and capture memorable photographs.

Later in the afternoon, return to your lodge for dinner, relaxation and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Activities:

• Game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

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)

From the Mara Plains to Lake Nakuru

After an early breakfast, check out of your lodge and depart the Masai Mara for Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy a scenic drive through Kenya's beautiful countryside and the breathtaking Great Rift Valley landscapes.

Arrive at Lake Nakuru in time for lunch at your hotel. In the afternoon, head out for an exciting evening game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its flamingos, endangered rhinos, Rothschild's giraffes and diverse wildlife. Enjoy the beautiful park scenery and incredible wildlife encounters before returning to your hotel 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

Activities:

• Evening game drive (pop-up roof 4x4 vehicle)

Accommodation:

Sarova Woodlands Hotel & Spa

• 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)

Lake Nakuru to lake Naivasha

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and depart for Lake Naivasha, enjoying the scenic drive through the beautiful Great Rift Valley. Upon arrival, proceed to Hell's Gate National Park for an exciting nature experience. Enjoy a guided walking safari through the park, exploring its dramatic gorges, towering cliffs, volcanic formations and unique wildlife.

Later, proceed for lunch before heading to Lake Naivasha for a relaxing boat ride. Enjoy the beautiful lake scenery as you spot hippos and a variety of birdlife, including African fish eagles.

Continue to Crescent Island for a guided nature walk, where you will have the opportunity to walk among freely roaming wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, wildebeests and gazelles in a beautiful lakeside setting.

After this memorable experience, return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay.

Main Destination:

Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

Activities:

• Afternoon nature hike/walk

Accommodation:

Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort

• Mid-range hotel located at Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)

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Meals & Drinks:

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

A fond farewell to the wild

Enjoy a delicious breakfast at your lodge overlooking the beautiful surroundings of Lake Naivasha. After breakfast, check out and begin your journey back to Nairobi. Sit back and enjoy the scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, taking in the beautiful landscapes along the way. Upon arrival in Nairobi, you will be dropped off at your preferred location, marking the end of your memorable safari exploring Kenya's wildlife, scenic lakes and natural wonders.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

Activities:

• No wildlife-viewing activities on this day

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.
• A transfer back to the airport can be arranged for an extra cost.