Itinerary

Day 1: Nairobi

On arrival in Nairobi, you’ll be met and transferred to your hotel by your host. You may wish to speak to your host regarding any additional tours or activities that you might wish to do while you’re in Nairobi. There will be a trip briefing at the hotel at approximately 6.00pm this evening. The rest of the day is spent at your leisure.

Accommodation

• Hotel (1 night)

Included Activities

• Complimentary Airport Arrival Transfer

Optional Activities

• Nairobi - National Museum - USD10

• Nairobi - Karen Blixen museum - USD14

• Nairobi - Bomas of Kenya - USD12

• Nairobi - Langata Giraffe Sanctuary - KES1200

• Nairobi - Carnivore Restaurant - KES3600

• Nairobi - National Park safari walk - USD30

Meals Included

Dinner 

Day 2: Lake Nakuru National Park

Depart Nairobi and head north-west towards Lake Nakuru National Park (approximately 4 hours), arriving in time for lunch. Afterwards climb into our jeep for an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is a soda lake which is home to massive numbers of flamingos - up to two million on occasion - and thousands of other birds. It has been described as the world's greatest ornithological spectacle and, at times, the lake is literally a sea of pink. There is quite a good chance of seeing white rhinos, whilst black rhinos may prove to be more elusive. After spending the afternoon in the park, we return to our hostels. 

Accommodation

• Wildlife Club of Kenya (1 night)

Included Activities

• Lake Nakuru - Game Drive

Meals Included

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Day 3: Lake Naivasha

After a short morning game drive, enjoy a scenic drive across Kenya, travelling south along a road sandwiched between two impressive natural reserves, to Lake Naivasha (approximately 3 hrs). One of the few freshwater lakes in the Great Rift Valley, Lake Naivasha is bordered with flat-topped acacias and has floating islands of papyrus reeds. It's also home to a healthy population of hippos and a tremendous variety of birds. There is an option to venture out on a boat ride through the crater lake. 

Accommodation

• Camping (1 night)

Included Activities

• Elsamere and Lake Naivasha Boat Ride 

Meals Included

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Day 4: Lake Naivasha

In the morning, we join the wild in search for the herbivores, you will have a free afternoon to explore at your leisure. See all that this vast lake must offer on a waterside bike ride or opt for time on the water instead and head out on a boat trip. If hiking is more to your tastes then there are two spectacular walks to consider – the first through the leafy hills and mountains of the Crater Lake Game Sanctuary, and the second to Hell's Gate National Park. Hell's Gate is a dry trail compared to the Crater Lake path, winding its way along scenic paths through narrow cliff breaks, and is home to rare bearded vultures. Return to the Camp at Lake Naivasha.

Accommodation

• Camp (1 night)

Included Activities

• Giraffe Walk 

Meals Included

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Day 5: Loita Hills 

We head south-west to our next destination, the Masai Mara - arguably one of the finest game reserves in Africa (approx. 6 hrs). The area is known for its rolling green plains and riverine woodlands, and amongst the many species of game, we may be lucky to observe black-maned lion, leopard and cheetah. These predators find an abundant food supply in the massive herds of wildebeest, zebra, Thomson's and Grant's gazelle that roam the grasslands. 

Our Day will be spent in the remote region of Loita Hills, home of the traditional Maasai people. Here you will spend our night with the Maasai, known for their vibrant red dress and elaborate jewellery, and gain an insight into the culture and ancient ways of this proud East African Community. Meet your Maasai hosts and enjoy a fascinating talk, full of insights into this remarkable and ancient culture, from a local elder. Enjoy being shown around a traditional Maasai home and their cattle enclosures. 

Accommodation

• Maasai Manyatta (1 night)

Included Activities

• Loita Hills - Cultural talk and village visit

Meals Included

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Special Information

The village might not have any showers whatsoever. 

Day 6: Maasai Mara Reserve

Travel from Loita to Masai Mara (approximately 1–2 hours). The road is dusty when dry, and could be slippery and soft when wet, so the going may be slow. The Masai Mara is the quintessential African experience, with sparse open plains, dramatic skies and some of the world's most tremendous animals. After check in to our camp, sit down to some lunch. Then it's time to jump back on board the jeep and go for a game drive through the wilderness of the Mara. Your campground tonight is located outside of the national reserve and has flush toilets and showers. Wi-Fi is not available here however.

Accommodation

• Tented Camp (1 night)

Included Activities

• Evening Game Drive 

Meals Included

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Day 7: Masai Mara National Reserve

Today we wake before dawn to start our morning game drive when the sun comes up, one of the times of the day when most animals tend to be more active. After what is hopefully an exciting game drive, we start heading down to the Mara river famously known for Crocodiles and many Hippos. The River is also the main crossing point for the 1.5 million wildebeest crossing every year. we'll stop En-route for a picnic lunch.

Accommodation

• tented camp (1 night)

Included Activities

• Masai Mara National Reserve - Game Drive

Meals Included

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Day 8: Masai Mara National Reserve

If you missed out on seeing one of the Big 5 (lions, elephants, buffalos, leopards, and rhinoceros) yesterday, never fear! This morning is free to head out on an optional 4x4 game drive, a safari balloon ride or to just relax before the included afternoon game drive. Each day on the reserve is a shifting narrative, with new encounters and stories to be found as you cruise across the plains.

An optional balloon ride over the Masai Mara at sunrise is an unforgettable experience. If you have pre-booked this activity you will be picked up and driven to the launch site, receive a safety briefing from your pilot and help inflate the balloon. You then glide through the dawn, sometimes at tree height, providing amazing wildlife photography opportunities; sometimes ascending to get an overview of the enormity of the Masai Mara plains and the early morning movements of the teeming herds. Upon landing, you'll be treated to a bush breakfast before being returned to your vehicle. Please note if you are taking a balloon ride over the Mara you will be taken to the launch place from our camp before dawn and returned to the group when you have finished your ride.

Please note that we offer this activity as a pre-booked service which will guarantee you a spot in a balloon. If you choose to wait and book this activity locally on the ground you may get a better price. However, this is a popular activity and places are limited. It is at your own discretion if you wish to pre-book this service with us or try and book it locally while you are on your trip.

Accommodation

• tented camp (1 night)

Included Activities

• Masai Mara National Reserve - Afternoon Game Drive

Optional Activities

• Masai Mara National Reserve - Balloon ride (from price) - USD500

Meals Included

• Breakfast

• Lunch

• Dinner

Day 9: Nairobi

After breakfast, we return to Nairobi, arriving in the late afternoon, where our safari ends (approx. 5-6 hrs).

If you are departing from Nairobi this evening, please do not book a flight to depart prior to 8pm. To reduce your travelling time back to Nairobi, you may wish to consider a flight from Masai Mara to Nairobi (additional cost). This gives you the chance to catch a late afternoon international flight out of Nairobi. Please note that the flight from Masai Mara arrives at Wilson Airport (Nairobi). International flights leave from Nairobi's Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA). If staying on in Nairobi, you may require a transfer from Wilson Airport back to our Nairobi hotel. We can book the flight and the transfer to our Nairobi hotel (additional costs involved).

Meals Included

• Breakfast

• Lunch

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