Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru

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Tour Code: ODY-KY-001

Destination: Kenya

Duration5 Days
Tour TypePrivate & Bespoke
Tour Style Safari

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About This Trip

With visits to the famous Lake Nakuru National Park and Maasai Mara National Reserve, this 5-day tour package is perfect for wildlife enthusiasts on safaris for Africa's Big Five. During the adventure, you can have the chance to see hordes of flamingos walking along the shore and find some rare wild animals in Lake Nakuru National Park, search for the Big Five, and listen to the stories about the rare wildlife in Maasai Mara National Reserve. Pack your bags to start this exciting safari journey!

Itinerary Summary

DAY

PLACE

HIGHLIGHTS
1

Nairobi

Arrival
2

Lake Nakuru National Park

Safari to See Flamingos and Other Mammals
3 - 4

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Safaris to Spot the Big Five, Sunrise and Sunset Scenery
5

Nairobi

Departure

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Itinerary

Day 1:Welcome to Nairobi, Kenya

Kenya is a paradise for wildlife, also the paradise for wildlife lovers. This 5-day tour will bring you an unforgettable memory.

Upon arriving at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, your driver guide will meet and give you a brief introduction to the following tour. The rest of the day is at leisure for relaxation after check-in.

Nairobi

Day 2:Nairobi - Lake Nakuru, Safari

After breakfast, proceed to the Lake Nakuru National Park (about 3.5 hours), located on the Great Rift Valley.

As one of the most famous national parks in Kenya, the Lake Nakuru National Park is known for its flocks of flamingos and abundant rhinos. It hosts about 450 bird species and 56 different species of mammals. During the safari, you will have a chance to see a vast quantity of flamingos walking along the shore and find some rare wild animals with the help of your knowledgeable guide.

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Lake Naivasha

Day 3:Lake Nakuru - Maasai Mara, Safari to Spot Big Five

After breakfast, you will depart for the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve (about 5 hours' drive). All members of the "Big Five" including lion, leopard, rhinoceros (rare), elephant, and Cape buffalo can be found here. After check-in and a short break at the lodge, you will have a safari in the late afternoon to search for the Big Five.

The Great Migration in Maasai Mara usually happens in July and August, when immense herds of wildebeest will cross the Mara River and enter into Maasai Mara grassland with predators in hot pursuit. It is one of the most awesome scenes in nature!

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Maasai Mara National Park

Day 4:Maasai Mara National Reserve

Continue your adventure in Maasai Mara National Reserve. You will have two safari trips today, in the morning and late afternoon separately, in which you can enjoy the different breath-taking natural scenery at sunrise and sunset. Of course, chasing the Big Five is your top mission today, your guide will drive you through the park to find out the game animals, as well as let you know more details and stories about the African savannah and its rare wildlife.

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Maasai Mara National Park

Day 5:Maasai Mara - Nairobi, Departure

After breakfast, you will have a 5-hour journey driving to the airport of Nairobi. Say goodbye to Kenya and board your homebound flight with your unforgettable memory.