5 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari

Day 1: Arrival in Masai Mara – Afternoon Game Drive

Upon arrival at Nairobi Wilson Airport or your departure point, take a scenic flight or drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve. You will be transferred to your luxury lodge or tented camp and enjoy lunch with views of the sprawling Mara plains. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive, searching for lions, elephants, giraffes, zebras, and wildebeest. The golden light of late afternoon creates stunning photographic opportunities. Return to your lodge for a gourmet dinner and relax under the African sky, immersed in the sounds of the savannah.

Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Ashnil Mara Camp, Keekorok Lodge
Meals: (Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: Full Day Game Drives in the Masai Mara

After breakfast, spend a full day on morning and afternoon game drives across the Masai Mara plains. Witness lions lounging under acacia trees, leopards resting on branches, and cheetahs chasing prey. Observe large herds of elephants, zebras, and wildebeest in their natural habitat. Enjoy a picnic lunch amidst the wildlife while taking in the expansive savannah scenery. Return to your luxury lodge or camp in the late afternoon for dinner, reflecting on the day’s incredible wildlife encounters and photography opportunities.

Accommodation: Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Ashnil Mara Camp, Keekorok Lodge
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: Transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park

After breakfast, depart Masai Mara and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, located in the Great Rift Valley. Upon arrival, check into your luxury lodge or camp overlooking the lake. Enjoy lunch while taking in views of the pink flamingo-strewn lake and surrounding landscapes. In the afternoon, embark on a game drive in search of rhinos, lions, buffalo, giraffes, and the park’s rich birdlife. Return to your lodge for a gourmet dinner and relax in comfort while enjoying the tranquil environment.

Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, Lake Nakuru Lodge, Flamingo Hill Tented Camp
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4: Full Day Game Drive at Lake Nakuru

Start the day with an early morning game drive to catch wildlife at its most active. Observe the rare white and black rhinos, large herds of buffalo, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species. Lake Nakuru is also famous for its hundreds of flamingos and other bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers. Return to your lodge for lunch and some relaxation. In the afternoon, enjoy another game drive or simply take in the scenery from your lodge. End the day with a fine dining experience overlooking the lake.

Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge, Lake Nakuru Lodge, Flamingo Hill Tented Camp
Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5: Morning Game Drive – Departure

Begin your final day with a morning game drive to catch any wildlife you may have missed and enjoy the early morning light over the Rift Valley. Return to your lodge for breakfast and check-out. Depending on your schedule, you will be transferred back to Nairobi or your next destination. This concludes your 5 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari, leaving you with lasting memories of Kenya’s iconic wildlife, breathtaking landscapes, and luxury safari experiences.

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch)

End of the 5 Days Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari.