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Big Five Wildlife, Rhinos & Great Rift Valley Landscapes
The 5-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari combines two of Kenya’s major wildlife destinations in one well-paced itinerary. Spend two nights exploring the open grasslands of the Maasai Mara National Reserve, followed by two nights around Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its rhinos, giraffes and diverse birdlife.
The safari offers a good balance of extended game viewing and scenic travel through Kenya’s Great Rift Valley. In the Maasai Mara, you can search for lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, buffalo, giraffes, zebras and other wildlife. Lake Nakuru adds opportunities to see black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, lions and a variety of birds.
This itinerary is suitable for first-time Kenya visitors, couples, families, photographers and travelers who want to combine the Maasai Mara with a second wildlife destination without extending their trip beyond five days.
Your journey, your way.
Pick-Up in NairobiYour safari begins with pick-up from your hotel, residence or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA).Meet your professional safari driver-guide before departing Nairobi for the Maasai Mara.Through the Great Rift ValleyTravel through Kenya's Rift Valley region, with an opportunity for a scenic viewpoint stop depending on timing and road conditions.Continue toward the Maasai Mara.Arrive in the Maasai MaraArrive around lunchtime, depending on your accommodation location and road conditions.After lunch, prepare for your first game drive.Afternoon Game DriveBegin exploring the Mara in search of wildlife.Possible sightings include:Lions Elephants Buffalo Cheetahs Leopards Giraffes Zebras Wildebeest Hyenas GazellesYour guide will select the route based on recent wildlife sightings, habitat and current conditions.EveningReturn to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.Overnight: Maasai Mara Meals: Lunch & dinner
Early Morning Game DriveStart early to explore the reserve during the cooler morning hours, when many animals are active.Your guide will search for predators and herbivores across the Mara's grasslands and other habitats.Full-Day Wildlife ExplorationContinue through different sections of the reserve, looking for:Lions Leopards Cheetahs Elephants Buffalo Giraffes Zebras Wildebeest Eland Topi Gazelles Hyenas Big Five OpportunitiesThe Maasai Mara offers opportunities to search for the Big Five: lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino.Rhinos can be more difficult to encounter than some other large mammals, and no particular wildlife sighting can be guaranteed.Picnic LunchEnjoy a packed lunch at a designated picnic location during the day's game drive.Afternoon SafariContinue exploring the Mara through the afternoon.If you are traveling during the Great Migration period, your guide can focus on areas where the herds are currently reported, subject to their movements and prevailing conditions.EveningReturn to your accommodation for dinner and overnight.Overnight: Maasai Mara Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Morning DepartureAfter breakfast, leave the Maasai Mara and begin the journey toward Lake Nakuru.The route takes you through Kenya's countryside and Great Rift Valley landscapes.Arrival at Lake NakuruContinue to Lake Nakuru and check in at your accommodation.After lunch, prepare for your afternoon game drive.Afternoon Game DriveExplore Lake Nakuru National Park in search of wildlife.Depending on current conditions, you may see:Black rhinos White rhinos Rothschild's giraffes Lions Buffalo Zebras Waterbuck Baboons Birdlife EveningReturn to your lodge or camp for dinner and overnight.Overnight: Lake Nakuru area Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
Morning Game DriveStart the day with a game drive through Lake Nakuru National Park.Your guide will focus on areas where wildlife is active and where recent sightings have been reported.Rhino ViewingLake Nakuru provides opportunities to search for both black and white rhinos.The park's relatively compact setting can make it possible to explore several wildlife areas during one full-day safari.Giraffes & Plains WildlifeContinue looking for Rothschild's giraffes and other wildlife, including:Buffalo Zebras Waterbuck Warthogs Baboons Lions BirdwatchingLake Nakuru is also an important bird habitat.Depending on seasonal and environmental conditions, you may see flamingos, pelicans, fish eagles, kingfishers and other waterbirds.Picnic LunchEnjoy a packed lunch during the day's game drive at a designated location.Afternoon Game DriveContinue exploring before returning to your accommodation in the late afternoon.EveningDinner and overnight at your lodge or camp.Overnight: Lake Nakuru area Meals: Breakfast, lunch & dinner
MorningAfter breakfast, depart Lake Nakuru for Nairobi.Depending on your departure arrangements, an optional short morning game drive may be possible before leaving the area.Return to NairobiTravel back toward Nairobi through the Great Rift Valley and surrounding countryside.Arrival time depends on traffic, road conditions and your final drop-off location.Safari Ends in NairobiDrop-off can be arranged at:Nairobi hotel Private residence Jomo Kenyatta International Airport Another agreed Nairobi locationMeals: BreakfastEnd of safari.
If your travel dates fall during the period when migrating herds are moving through the Maasai Mara ecosystem, you may have opportunities to see large groups of wildebeest and zebra.
However, the migration is a natural process rather than a scheduled event. The location of the herds changes with rainfall, grazing and water availability.
If the Great Migration is a major reason for your trip, let us know your travel dates so the safari route can be planned around the expected seasonal location of the herds.
Travel in a 4×4 safari Land Cruiser designed for wildlife viewing and Kenya’s safari roads.
The vehicle can feature:
For greater flexibility, the itinerary can be arranged as a private safari, allowing your group to discuss preferred game-drive times, accommodation and daily pacing with your safari team.
Combine Kenya’s famous Maasai Mara wildlife with the rhino-rich landscapes of Lake Nakuru National Park on one five-day safari from Nairobi.
With multiple game drives, Great Rift Valley scenery and four nights on safari, this itinerary provides a varied introduction to Kenya’s wildlife and landscapes.
Share your travel dates, number of travelers, accommodation preference and whether you prefer a private or shared safari, and Horizon Explorer Africa Safaris can tailor the trip around your plans.
Your journey, your way.
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