Zakale Expeditions

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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

Arrival in Nairobi - Welcome to Kenya

Arrival in Nairobi - Welcome to Kenya

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO), you’ll be met and warmly welcomed by our airport representative. After a brief introduction to your safari driver-guide, you’ll be transferred to Movenpick, a comfortable 4-star hotel located in the bustling Westlands area. After check-in, the rest of the afternoon is yours to explore Nairobi excursions at extra cost.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Nairobi
  • Luxury hotel located in Nairobi (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • Drinks not included

Day 2

Nairobi to Lake Elementaita – Game Drive in Lake Nakuru National Park

Nairobi to Lake Elementaita – Game Drive in Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, you'll depart Nairobi and head towards Kenya’s Great Rift Valley with a brief photo stop at the scenic Rift Valley Viewpoint. You'll continue your journey to Lake Elementaita, arriving around midday at Serena Elementaita (or similar), where you’ll check in and enjoy lunch.
In the afternoon, you'll proceed on a game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flocks of flamingos (seasonal), pelicans, and a sanctuary for white and black rhinos. You may also spot Rothschild giraffes, zebras, lions, and leopards. You'll return to your lodge in the early evening for dinner.

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
Accommodation:
Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp
  • Luxury tented camp located less than 1hr drive from Lake Nakuru NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Lake Elementaita to Masai Mara National Reserve – Afternoon Game Drive

Lake Elementaita to Masai Mara National Reserve – Afternoon Game Drive

After breakfast, you will embark on a scenic drive to Masai Mara National Reserve, passing farmlands and Maasai homesteads along the way. You'll arrive at your lodge/camp around early afternoon for check-in and lunch.
Later in the afternoon, you'll enjoy your first game drive in the Masai Mara, a reserve renowned for its abundant wildlife and sweeping savannahs. Keep your camera ready for sightings of the Big Five and other resident species as the sun sets over the Mara plains.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Best Time To Visit June to October (For general wildlife viewing) and July or 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
Accommodation:
Mara Leisure Camp
  • Luxury tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 4

Full-Day in Masai Mara National Reserve

Full-Day in Masai Mara National Reserve

You'll start your day early with a sunrise game drive, an ideal time to spot predators returning from a night hunt and to enjoy the golden hues of morning light across the plains. You'll return to the camp for breakfast and a short rest.
After lunch, you'll head out for an afternoon game drive, exploring new areas of the park and increasing your chances of spotting elusive wildlife. Alternatively, opt for a full-day game drive with a packed lunch, covering greater distances including the Mara River region (known for dramatic wildebeest crossings during migration season).

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Mara Leisure Camp
  • Luxury tented camp bordering Masai Mara NR without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinks not included

Day 5

Masai Mara to Nairobi – Departure

Masai Mara to Nairobi – Departure

After an early breakfast, you will check out and begin your return journey to Nairobi. You'll arrive around midday and enjoy lunch (on your own arrangement) at a local restaurant or hotel en route.
Later, you will be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in time for your outbound flight, bringing your unforgettable Kenyan safari to a close.

Main Destination:
Nairobi (City)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast (Lunch & dinner not included)
  • 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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  • This tour is offered by Zakale Expeditions, not SafariBookings.
  • This operator reserves the right to change rates advertised on SafariBookings.
  • If you request changes to this tour, the advertised rates will likely change.
  • The exact order, contents and rates of this tour are subject to availability.
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