About this journey
This four day safari combines the open savannah and predator habitat of the Maasai Mara with the rhino conservation and lake environment of Lake Nakuru National Park. It is suitable for travellers who want two contrasting ecosystems within a compact road itinerary. The route provides an afternoon arrival drive and a full day in the Maasai Mara, followed by transfer to Nakuru and a final park drive before returning to Nairobi. Wildlife and flamingo concentrations depend on natural conditions and are never guaranteed. The package can be operated as a private or group joining safari depending on the confirmed quotation.
Experiences
Travel style
Transport and guiding
Road safari in a suitable pop up roof vehicle with a professional English speaking driver guide. Private and group joining options may be quoted.
Suggested itinerary
Nairobi to Maasai Mara and Afternoon Game Drive
Leave Nairobi early and cross the Great Rift Valley toward the Maasai Mara. Stop at suitable viewpoints and continue through Narok to the selected camp or lodge. After lunch, begin an afternoon wildlife drive across open savannah and riverine habitats. Search for plains animals, elephants, buffalo and predators before returning for dinner.
Full Day Maasai Mara Safari
Spend the day exploring the Maasai Mara with a picnic lunch or split morning and afternoon drives according to the accommodation plan. The guide chooses the route using recent wildlife information, weather and road conditions. Possible sightings include lions, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebra, wildebeest and many antelope species. Migration and river crossing events cannot be guaranteed.
Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru
Take an early drive or depart after breakfast according to the confirmed programme. Travel through the Rift Valley toward Nakuru with lunch and comfort stops on the route. If arrival time and park rules allow, begin an introductory afternoon drive or proceed directly to the accommodation for rest before the next morning's wildlife programme.
Lake Nakuru Rhino and Birdlife Drive, Then Nairobi
Enter Lake Nakuru National Park early and explore lake, woodland and grassland habitats. Search for black and white rhinos, giraffes, buffalo, waterbuck, primates, predators and birds. Flamingo numbers vary with environmental conditions. Leave the park and return to Nairobi for a hotel or airport transfer.
Included
- Three nights accommodation
- Meals stated in the itinerary
- Safari transport and professional driver guide
- Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru entry fees for scheduled drives
- Bottled drinking water
- Nairobi collection and return transfer
Not included
- Flights, travel authorisation and passport costs
- Travel insurance and medical expenses
- Optional balloon safari or community visit
- Premium drinks and personal purchases
- Tips and gratuities
- Any item not listed in the confirmed quotation
