Duration : 7 Nights / 8 Days
Destination Covered : Nairobi, Nakuru, Masai Mara, Samburu, Lake Naivasha, Lake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve
Tour Activities : Game Drives
Tour Themes : Wildlife, Safari Tours
Price on Request
Nairobi, Nakuru and Masai Mara Tour Overview
Highlights
Safari Overview
This 8-day, 7-night Kenya safari offers an immersive journey through some of Kenya’s most iconic wildlife destinations. Start in the remote Samburu National Reserve, home to northern species such as Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, and Somali ostrich. Continue to Lake Nakuru, a birdwatcher’s paradise teeming with flamingos and rhinos, then explore Lake Naivasha with its serene waters and optional boat and walking safaris. Conclude in the world-famous Maasai Mara, home to the Big Five and rolling savannahs.
This safari combines thrilling wildlife encounters, stunning landscapes, cultural experiences, and expert-guided game drives, making it perfect for photographers, honeymooners, families, and first-time safari visitors.
Safari Highlights
Unique northern Kenya wildlife: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, Somali ostrich, and gerenuk in Samburu
Big Five sightings in Maasai Mara
Flamingos, rhinos, and birdwatching at Lake Nakuru
Boat and walking safaris at Lake Naivasha
Scenic drives through the Great Rift Valley
Optional Maasai cultural visits
Professional safari guide in 4×4 pop-up vehicles
Sunrises and sunsets across savannahs for photography
Nairobi, Nakuru and Masai Mara Tour Itinerary
07:30 – 12:30: Scenic drive north through central Kenya highlands, with photo stops at escarpments and rural villages.
12:30 – 13:30: Arrival at Samburu Lodge or Camp; lunch.
14:30 – 18:30: Afternoon game drive in Samburu National Reserve to spot:
Northern species: Grevy’s zebra, reticulated giraffe, gerenuk, Somali ostrich
Predators: lions, leopards, cheetahs
Elephants and buffaloes along rivers and savannah
18:30 – 19:30: Return to lodge, optional sundowner photography.
19:30: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Samburu Lodge / Camp
Birds: vultures, kingfishers, eagles
Mammals: elephants, lions, cheetahs
09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast at lodge.
10:00 – 12:30: Optional guided bush walk to track wildlife signs and learn about plants.
12:30 – 13:30: Lunch at lodge or bush picnic.
14:00 – 17:30: Afternoon game drive exploring riverine areas and savannah plains:
Hippos and crocodiles at Ewaso Ng’iro river
Gerenuk feeding on acacia trees
Elephant herds bathing in waterholes
17:30 – 19:30: Return to lodge for dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Samburu Lodge / Camp
07:30 – 12:30: Drive south to Lake Nakuru through central Kenyan highlands; stop at scenic viewpoints along the Rift Valley escarpment.
12:30 – 13:30: Lunch at Lake Nakuru Lodge.
14:00 – 18:00: Afternoon game drive:
Flamingos along the alkaline lake shores
Black and white rhinos
Rothschild giraffes, zebras, impalas
Lions and leopards near riverine forests
Optional photography stop at Baboon Cliff.
19:00: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Lake Nakuru Lodge
08:00 – 09:00: Breakfast at lodge.
09:00 – 11:30: Drive to Lake Naivasha, a freshwater lake in the Rift Valley surrounded by papyrus swamps and acacia trees.
12:00 – 13:00: Lunch at lodge.
14:00 – 17:00: Afternoon boat safari: hippos, fish eagles, kingfishers, and other waterbirds.
16:00 – 17:00: walking safari on Crescent Island among giraffes, zebras, and antelopes.
17:30 – 18:30: Return to lodge; optional sundowners and sunset photography.
19:00: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Lodge
07:30 – 13:00: Scenic drive to Maasai Mara with photo stops along the Great Rift Valley escarpment.
13:00 – 14:00: Lunch at lodge or camp.
14:30 – 18:30: Afternoon game drive:
Big Five: lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo, rhinos
Plains game: wildebeest, zebras, gazelles
Optional evening sundowner experience on Mara plains.
19:00: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Maasai Mara Lodge / Tented Camp
09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast at lodge.
10:00 – 12:30: Optional guided walking safari or close wildlife photography near lodge.
12:30 – 13:30: Lunch at lodge.
14:00 – 18:30: Afternoon game drive:
Track Big Five and cheetahs
Birdwatching along Mara River
Observe elephant social behavior and lion prides
19:00: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Maasai Mara Lodge / Tented Camp
09:00 – 10:00: Breakfast at lodge.
10:00 – 12:30: Leisure at lodge or optional Maasai village visit.
12:30 – 13:30: Lunch at lodge.
14:00 – 18:00: Afternoon game drive exploring Mara’s further plains and riverine areas.
19:00: Dinner and overnight.
Accommodation: Maasai Mara Lodge / Tented Camp
08:00 – 09:00: Breakfast at lodge.
09:00 – 15:00: Check-out and scenic drive back to Nairobi, with optional photo stops along Rift Valley.
15:00: Drop-off at Nairobi hotel, residence, or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.
Meals: Breakfast
Overnight: N/A (departure)
More Details about Nairobi, Nakuru and Masai Mara Tour
Inclusions
- Hotel
- 7 nights’ accommodation on full board (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)
- All park and conservancy entry fees: Samburu, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Maasai Mara
- Game drives in 4×4 safari vehicles with pop-up roofs for optimal wildlife viewing
- Professional English-speaking safari driver/guide
- Bottled drinking water during drives
- Pick-up and drop-off in Nairobi (hotel or airport)
- Road transfers between parks as per itinerary
- Guided game drives and photography stops
- Safari briefing and expert assistance throughout the tour
Exclusions
- International and domestic flights
- Visa fees and travel insurance
- Optional activities not listed in itinerary:
- Maasai village visit
- Hot air balloon safari
- Tips and gratuities for guides, lodge staff, or drivers
- Personal expenses (soft drinks, alcohol, souvenirs, laundry, phone calls)
- Extra meals or services not mentioned in the itinerary
Payments Terms
- * 20% Advance Percentage of total booking amount
Cancellation & Refund Policy
- * Upon cancellation, refund will be made after deducting the Retention Amount.
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