Overview
From lions, flamingos, black rhinos and so much more, this tour offers the richest experience of Africa’s wildlife. You will witness mesmerizing flocks of flamingos and the world’s largest populations of black and white rhinoceros, Rothschild’s giraffes, magnificent lions, leopards and large pythons. You will be on the lookout for the Big Five (lion, leopard, Cape buffalo, rhino and elephant), not forgetting the great wildebeest migration in Maasai Mara.
Trip Highlights
- Lake Nakuru National Park: Famous for its flamingo filled “Pink Lake,” endangered black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and diverse birdlife.
- Maasai Mara National Reserve: World renowned for the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal), vast savannahs, and excellent Big Five sightings.
Itinerary
You will be picked up from your hotel in Nairobi or the airport in the morning and drive to Lake Nakuru. You will arrive in time for lunch and check-in at your camp/or budget accommodation. Later, you will have an evening game drive across the "Pink Lake", so-called due to its great masses of flamingos. Also, look out for the famous white and black rhinos found in the park. Later, drive back to the camp for dinner and overnight.
You will have an early breakfast at the camp. Check out, leave Lake Nakuru and head for Maasai Mara, arriving in time for lunch with a short game drive en route. Check in and have lunch. Have an afternoon game drive through the park in search of lion, cheetah, elephant and buffalo among others. Dinner and overnight are at the lodge.
You will have breakfast at the lodge and then leave with a packed lunch for a full-day game drive around this reserve. You have the opportunity to witness the great wildebeest migration and spot the Big Five among many other wildlife species that inhabit this beautiful reserve. Later, drive back to the lodge for dinner and overnight.
Have breakfast at the lodge, check out and drive back to Nairobi. You will be dropped off at the airport or your hotel. Optional Maasai village / optional visit to Giraffe Centre and Nairobi helipad at a cost.
NB: Mid high accommodation @ USD 1750 pp sharing - Mara Osero camp and Lake Nakuru Lodge or equivalents
Mid Budget range accommodation @ USD 1440 pp sharing - Mara Endeem Camp and Nakuru Buraha Hotel (outside the park) or equivalent.
Includes/Excludes
Cost Includes
- Park fees - For non-residents)
- All activities - Unless labeled as optional)
- All accommodation - Unless listed as upgrade)
- A professional driver/guide
- All transportation in Landcruiser
- All Taxes/VAT
- Meals - As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Drinking water - On all days)
- Service of a professional English speaking driver guide - unless requested
Cost Excludes
- International flights - From/to home)
- Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour
- Tips - Tipping guideline US$10.00 pp per day)
- Personal items - Souvenirs, travel insurance, visa fees, etc.)
- Government imposed increase of taxes and/or park fees
- Some meals - As specified in the day-by-day section)
- Hot air balloon: - 500 usd per person
- Maasai village - 20 usd per person
- Boat ride at Naivasha - 50 usd per person
- Crescent Island visit
- Anything not mentioned.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. International flights to and from Nairobi are not included. Guests must arrange their own flights.
No. Extra nights in Nairobi before or after the safari can be arranged at an additional cost.
The recommended tipping guideline is USD 10 per person per day, payable directly to your safari guide/driver.
No. Items such as souvenirs, travel insurance, and visa fees are considered personal expenses and are excluded from the package.
Yes. Government‑imposed increases in park fees or taxes may apply and are not covered in the package price.
Most meals are included as per the day‑by‑day itinerary. Some meals may be excluded depending on the accommodation plan.
Yes. A hot air balloon safari can be arranged at USD 500 per person, offering a sunrise view over the savannah followed by a champagne breakfast.
Yes. A cultural visit to a Maasai village can be arranged at USD 20 per person.
Yes. A boat ride at Lake Naivasha is available at USD 50 per person, with the option to visit Crescent Island.
All game drives and transfers are conducted in a custom Landcruiser safari vehicle with a pop‑up roof for photography and wildlife viewing.
