5-Day Chasing the Big Five with Lakeside Experience

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

Nairobi to Amboseli National Park

Upon your arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, a representative from our company will greet you and provide a short briefing before driving you to Amboseli National Park. You’ll reach the camp in time to settle in and enjoy lunch, followed by some relaxation. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive. Amboseli is renowned for its impressive elephant herds and its stunning views of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain. Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay after the game drive.

Main Destination:

Amboseli National Park

Best Time To Visit June to October and January to February

High Season December to March and July to October (Busy)

Best Weather June to September and January to February (Little rainfall)

Wildlife in Amboseli NP

ElephantAbundant

GiraffeCommon

BuffaloAbundant

ZebraAbundant

WildebeestAbundant

HippoCommon

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HyenaCommon

LionOccasional

CheetahOccasional

White RhinoNone

Black RhinoNone

LeopardRare to None

Wild DogNone

Accommodation:

Sentrim Amboseli Lodge

• Mid-range tented camp located just outside Amboseli NP

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Amboseli to Lake Nakuru National Park

Start the day with an early breakfast before departing for Lake Nakuru. Along the way, enjoy a short stop at the stunning viewpoint of the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at Buraha Zenoni Resrt in time for lunch and some relaxation. In the afternoon, embark on an exciting game drive starting at 3:30pm. Lake Nakuru is perfect for birdwatching, nature walks, picnics, and wildlife viewing.
This park offers an extraordinary glimpse into Kenya’s biodiversity and is especially famous for its vibrant flocks of pink flamingos. These birds congregate on Lake Nakuru, a soda lake that occupies nearly a third of the park. Return to the resort for dinner and overnight accommodation.

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:

Buraha Zenoni Hotel & Resort

• 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 Masai Mara National Reserve

Today’s drive takes you through the dramatic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley en route to the iconic Masai Mara. Spend two nights in this spectacular wilderness, home to lions, zebras, wildebeests, giraffes, elephants, buffalos, antelopes, and gazelles. You may also spot cheetahs and, with some luck, the elusive leopard.
Arrive at the Lodge in time for a late lunch, followed by a short rest. In the afternoon, head out for a game drive and return to the lodge for dinner and your overnight stay. Over the next couple of days, enjoy personalized game drives with your private driver-guide in search of the Big Five and other fascinating wildlife.

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

Black RhinoRare

Wild DogVery Rare

White RhinoNone

Accommodation:

Jambo Mara Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

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Meals & Drinks:

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

Chasing the Big five & Great Migration

After breakfast, enjoy a full-day game drive with a picnic lunch by the Mara River. During peak migration season (July to October), you'll witness the dramatic wildebeest migration. The park is teeming with wildlife, including lions, elephants, leopards, cheetahs, and more. You’ll also have the chance to spot all members of the Big Five. The Masai Mara is Kenya’s premier wildlife destination and is often referred to as one of the Seven Wonders of the Natural World. Relish back to your Lodge for overnight stay and dinner.

Main Destination:

Masai Mara National Reserve

Accommodation:

Jambo Mara Safari Lodge

• Mid-range lodge located just outside Masai Mara NR

Meals & Drinks:

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

From the Wilderness to Nairobi City

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara with a final game drive en route to the main road via Narok. You’ll stop in Narok for some last-minute shopping (at your own expense). Enjoy some good lunch at Narok town then continue the journey to Nairobi, where you will be dropped off at your hotel, residence, or the airport, marking the end of your safari adventure.

Main Destination:

Nairobi (City)

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.