Bush and Lake Safari
4 days— This safari combines the world-renowned Maasai Mara, famous for the Big Five, with Lake Nakuru, a rhino sanctuary known for its flamingos and scenic
$1300-1800 USD
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Safari summary
This 4-day safari combines the scenic beauty of Lake Naivasha, the rich wildlife of Lake Nakuru National Park, and the world-renowned game viewing of Maasai Mara National Reserve. The journey begins with a visit to Lake Naivasha, where guests can enjoy a boat safari and observe hippos, birdlife, and other wildlife along the lake shores. It continues to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its rhino sanctuary, Rothschild’s giraffes, lions, and diverse bird species. The adventure culminates in the Maasai Mara, Kenya’s premier safari destination, offering exceptional opportunities to spot the Big Five and other iconic African wildlife across vast savannah landscapes. This itinerary provides a perfect blend of scenic lakes, abundant wildlife, and unforgettable safari experiences within a short yet rewarding four-day journey.
About this tour
| Tour type | Custom, tailor-made, private | |
| Main focus | Game drives | |
| Activity level | Easy activity | |
| Best months | All months | |
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Fine details
Safari highlights
- Bird watching—with professional guide
- Boat, canoe, dhow, kayak, mokoro safari
- Wildlife sanctuaries
What’s included?
- Accommodation
- Meals
- Park fees
- Private vehicle and driver
What’s not included?
- Hot air balloons
- International flights
- Tips and gratuities
Itinerary
Nairobi to Lake Nakuru NP
Pick up from your Nairobi hotel or Airport in the morning and head for the Great Rift Valley lakes. Get the chance to soak in the beautiful views as we descend to the great escarpment with a possible stop over. Arrive at lake naivasha and proceed with a boat ride, a walking safari at Crescent Island and lunch. Afterwards drive to Lake Nakuru National Park check in at your lodge, relaxation, dinner and overnight.
Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara
After Breakfast head out for an early morning game drives in Lake Nakuru National Park. Highlights here are that this is home to hundreds of rhinos both black and white, and other wildlife. You will later drive to Masai Mara. Between July and October, things get busy in the Great Rift Valley. Millions of zebra and wildebeest make the perilous crossing across the Masai Mara in search of new grazing territory. In their wake comes a veritable horde of predators.
More time in Masai Mara
After breakfast, leave with packed lunch head out for a full day game drive within the park. Masai Mara is renowned for the spectacular great migration that takes place in July through to October. During this period you get to enjoy the wildebeest crossing as they are being hunted by the crocodiles while land predators await them in the mainland. You can spot all of the big five (Lion, leopard, rhino, elephant & cape buffalo at any time of the year.
Masai Mara to Nairobi
After breakfast, proceed with check out of the camp and get a chance to learn about the maasai community during the Maasai village visit. Afterward, proceed with your journey back to Nairobi. Drop Off at pick up point. Your Safari ends here.
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