Mara Plains Uncovered
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Big Five, Rift Valley Lakes & Kilimanjaro Views
Masai Mara: Two nights in Kenya’s famous Big Five reserve, with an afternoon game drive and a full day of exploration.
Lake Nakuru: One night in rhino country, with opportunities to see black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes and Rift Valley birdlife.
Lake Naivasha: One night beside a freshwater lake, with an included boat safari and Crescent Island walking safari.
Amboseli: Two nights among large elephant herds, open plains and possible Mount Kilimanjaro views.
Private safari experience: Flexible game drives shaped around your interests and the day’s wildlife activity.
Great Migration season: Travel between July and October for possible migration encounters, subject to wildlife movements.
Personalised planning: Choose optional experiences and accommodation preferences to suit your journey.
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your Pita Safaris representative, and transfer to your mid-range Nairobi hotel. Optional Nairobi activities may be arranged.
Drive to the Masai Mara through the Great Rift Valley. 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, cheetahs, giraffes, antelopes, and birdlife.
After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara for Lake Nakuru National Park. Check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive in search of rhinos, giraffes, lions, and birdlife.
Enjoy a morning Lake Nakuru game drive, then travel to Lake Naivasha. Check in, enjoy lunch, and enjoy a boat safari and a Crescent Island walking safari.
After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha for Amboseli. Travel south through changing landscapes, arrive for check-in, and enjoy an afternoon or early evening game drive, depending on arrival time.
Spend a full day exploring Amboseli National Park, with morning and afternoon game drives among elephants and other wildlife.
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Amboseli, then return to Nairobi for your hotel or JKIA drop-off.
Key reserves, habitats, and wildlife encounters on this safari route
The ideal months for wildlife viewing and safari experiences in East Africa
One night at a midrange hotel in Nairobi
Two nights at a midrange safari lodge or quality tented camp in the Masai Mara
One night at a midrange safari lodge or quality tented camp in or near Lake Nakuru
One night at a midrange lodge or quality tented camp in the Lake Naivasha area
Two nights at a midrange safari lodge or quality tented camp in the Amboseli area
Meals as listed in the itinerary
Private 4×4 Toyota Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking driver-guide
Private game drives on Days 2 to 8
Lake Naivasha boat safari
Crescent Island walking safari, including applicable island entry fees
Applicable Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli park or reserve fees for confirmed activities
Agreed Nairobi airport and hotel transfers
Bottled drinking water during scheduled safari travel and game drives
Applicable government taxes and statutory levies
International and domestic flights
Visas and other travel documentation costs
Travel insurance and personal medical expenses
Drinks outside the included meal plan
Laundry, shopping, souvenirs and personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Optional Hell’s Gate National Park visit, including walking or cycling activities
Optional hot-air balloon safari
Optional Maasai cultural experience
Optional bush breakfast, sundowner or bush dinner
Optional Nairobi excursions and spa treatments
Accommodation upgrades, extra nights 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 · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport