The Mara Wanderlust

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$1,511 to $2,031 pp (USD)

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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

Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve

Your driver-guide will collect you from your hotel or the airport for your journey to the Masai Mara. Along the way, stop at a viewpoint overlooking the breathtaking Great Rift Valley before continuing to Narok for lunch. Arrive at the Masai Mara in the afternoon and head out for your first exciting game drive. Traverse the sweeping plains in search of the Big Five and witness the park’s incredible diversity of wildlife. As the sun sets, return to your luxury camp for dinner and your overnight stay.

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:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 2

Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara National Reserve

Rise early for a full day of exploration in the legendary Masai Mara. After breakfast, set out across the vast savannah, where lions, elephants, buffalo, leopards, and rhinos roam freely. You’ll also encounter graceful antelopes, giraffes, and—if the season is right—the drama of the Great Migration. Enjoy a picnic lunch in a scenic spot, perhaps near the Mara River where hippos and crocodiles linger. With your expert guide, continue your search for wildlife through the afternoon. As the golden light fades, return to camp for dinner and a relaxing evening.

Main Destination:
Masai Mara National Reserve
Accommodation:
Zebra Plains Mara Camp
  • Mid-range tented camp located inside Masai Mara NR
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Drinking water (Other drinks not included)

Day 3

Lake Naivasha

Lake Naivasha

Start the day with an early morning game drive, a perfect chance to spot wildlife you may have missed before. After returning to camp for a full breakfast, bid farewell to the Mara’s sweeping plains and begin your journey to Lake Naivasha. Arrive in time for lunch at your luxury lodge. In the afternoon, explore the lake’s shores, famous for its thriving hippo population and a dazzling array of over 400 bird species, including vibrant flocks of flamingos. Keep an eye out for giraffes, zebras, and antelopes grazing near the water. Optional activities (at extra cost) include a serene boat safari—an excellent way to get close to the hippos and birdlife.

Main Destination:
Lake Naivasha (Naivasha)
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 4

Nairobi

Nairobi

After breakfast, enjoy a final game drive or take this time for any optional activities you may have missed, such as a boat safari or a visit to Crescent Island (optional, extra cost). Soak in the last peaceful moments by the lakeshore, watching for wildlife and birdlife. After lunch, begin your return journey to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon. Your driver-guide will drop you off at your hotel or assist with your onward journey.

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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Disclaimer

  • This tour is offered by The Mara Wanderlust, 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.
  • If an accommodation is fully booked, the operator will suggest a comparable alternative.
  • This tour is subject to the terms & conditions of The Mara Wanderlust.