Mara Golden Plains Escape
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Masai Mara: Two nights near Kenya’s famous Big Five reserve, with an afternoon game drive and a full day of exploration.
Lake Nakuru: Afternoon game drive among rhinos, flamingos, buffaloes, leopards and Rift Valley viewpoints.
Lake Elementaita: A peaceful morning bird walk along the lake shores.
Lake Naivasha: Optional boat ride and Crescent Island visit, subject to availability and additional cost.
Bush Picnic Experience: Enjoy lunches surrounded by wildlife and sweeping savannah landscapes.
Great Rift Valley: Scenic viewpoint stop on the journey from Nairobi.
Camping comfort: Carefully selected campsites and accommodation suited to your journey.
Great Migration season: Travel between July and October for possible migration encounters, subject to wildlife movements.
Depart Nairobi early and travel through the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara. Stop at a scenic viewpoint, check in, enjoy lunch and set out on an afternoon game drive.
Spend a full day on game drives in the Masai Mara. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve and search for the Big Five, predators, grazers, and birdlife.
After an optional Maasai village visit, depart the Masai Mara for Lake Nakuru. Enjoy lunch en route and set out on an afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park.
Enjoy a morning bird walk along Lake Elementaita. Add an optional Lake Naivasha boat ride and Crescent Island visit, then travel to Nairobi for your hotel or airport drop-off.
Key reserves, habitats, and wildlife encounters on this safari route
The ideal months for wildlife viewing and safari experiences in East Africa
Transport in a safari-customised 4×4 vehicle with pop-up roof.
Professional English-speaking safari guide.
Two nights’ camping accommodation in the Masai Mara area.
One night’s accommodation in Nakuru.
Meals as listed in the itinerary.
Afternoon game drive in the Masai Mara on Day 1.
Full-day game drive in the Masai Mara on Day 2.
Afternoon game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park on Day 3.
Bird walk along Lake Elementaita on Day 4.
Applicable Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru National Reserve entrance fees for confirmed activities.
Bottled drinking water during game drives.
Applicable government taxes and statutory levies.
International flights to and from Nairobi.
Kenya visa or applicable travel documentation costs.
Travel insurance and medical evacuation.
Optional Maasai village cultural visit.
Optional Lake Naivasha boat ride.
Optional Crescent Bird Island visit.
Optional hot-air balloon safari.
Beverages other than bottled water, including soft drinks and alcohol.
Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers or camp staff.
Personal items, souvenirs and additional snacks.
Additional accommodation, upgrades or services outside the confirmed itinerary.
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Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Lake Nakuru National Park · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Lake Naivasha · Lake Nakuru National Park · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport