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13 days—Three day Kenyan safari adventure Witness the Big Five in Lake Nakuru's rhino sanctuary and the famous Great Migration plains of the Maasai Mara

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Safari summary

This safari begins in Nairobi with a briefing and a journey west, featuring a descent of the spectacular Great Rift Valley escarpment, where a stop is made for extensive photos. The drive continues through scenic farmlands until arrival at Lake Nakuru National Park by midday for lunch. The first afternoon includes a game drive in this compact, wildlife-rich park, where you can expect to see white and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and buffaloes. There's also a chance to spot leopards and observe the park's beautiful reflective waters and extensive birdlife. Dinner and overnight accommodation are provided in the park.

After an early breakfast, the journey continues to the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s premier wildlife reserve and the northern extension of the Serengeti ecosystem. The drive passes through the rolling farmlands of Narok County and scenic Rift Valley landscapes, with arrival in the Mara scheduled for lunch. Following a short rest, you'll embark on your first evening game drive. This drive offers an introduction to the stunning savannah plains, where large herds of elephants, zebras, and antelopes graze, often stalked by major predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards. Dinner and overnight accommodation are provided in the Mara.

The final day is spent exploring the vast plains and dramatic landscapes of the Maasai Mara with a full-day game drive, maximizing the chances of encountering the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. You will depart with picnic lunches to cover more ground. If visiting between July and October, the itinerary notes the potential to witness the Great Migration, involving over a million wildebeest and zebra crossing from the Serengeti. Optional experiences available at an extra cost include a sunrise hot-air balloon safari followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush, or a visit to a Maasai village in the afternoon to learn about their traditional life and customs.

About this tour

	Tour type	Custom, tailor-made, private
	Main focus	Game drives
	Activity level	Easy activity
	Best months	All months
	Countries	Kenya Tanzania
	Parks	Amboseli Lake Nakuru Masai Mara Ngorongoro Crater Serengeti Tarangire

Fine details

Safari highlights

Cultural visits—orphanages, markets, schools
Wildlife sanctuaries

What’s included?

Accommodation
Meals
Park fees
Private vehicle and driver

What’s not included?

Alcoholic beverages
Hot air balloons
International flights
Laundry
Premium alcoholic beverages
Spa treatments
Visas

Itinerary

Nairobi- Lake Nakuru National Park

Lake Nakuru

After breakfast in Nairobi, your driver-guide will brief you on the journey ahead. Continue through scenic farmlands and towns to reach Lake Nakuru National Park by midday. After lunch at your lodge, enjoy your first afternoon game drive in this compact but wildlife-rich park. Lake Nakuru, though less populated by flamingos today, still offers breathtaking birdlife and beautiful reflective waters.

Lake Nakuru Lodge

Maasai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara

After an early breakfast, set off for the legendary Maasai Mara, Kenya’s premier wildlife reserve and northern extension of the Serengeti ecosystem. Arrive in the Mara in time for lunch. After a short rest, embark on your first evening game drive in the park — an introduction to the stunning savannah plains where herds of elephants, zebras, and antelopes graze, often stalked by lions, cheetahs, and leopards.

Mara Lodge

Masai Mara National Reserve

Masai Mara

Spend the full day exploring the vast plains of the Maasai Mara. After an early breakfast, depart with picnic lunches for a full-day game drive. If you are visiting between July and October, you may witness the Great Migration. Optional experiences include a sunrise hot-air balloon safari (extra cost) offering breathtaking aerial views, followed by a champagne breakfast in the bush. Later in the afternoon, you can visit a Maasai village to learn about traditional life, customs, and crafts.

Mara Lodge

Maasai Mara- Lake Naivasha

Masai Mara

Enjoy a morning game drive as you exit the Maasai Mara. Continue to Lake Naivasha, a tranquil freshwater lake known for its hippos and prolific birdlife. Arrive in time for lunch and some relaxation at your lodge. In the afternoon, enjoy an optional boat ride on the lake (extra cost), gliding past hippos and spotting fish eagles and kingfishers. You may also take a guided walk on Crescent Island, where you can safely stroll among giraffes, zebras, and gazelles — an unforgettable experience.

Lake Naivasha Lodge

Amboseli National Park

Amboseli

After an early breakfast, set off for Amboseli National Park, traveling via Nairobi and heading south toward the Tanzanian border. Arrive by early afternoon for lunch at your lodge, located within sight of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s tallest mountain. Later, embark on an evening game drive in Amboseli, known for its large elephant herds and sweeping landscapes with Kilimanjaro’s snow-capped peak as a backdrop — a photographer’s paradise.

Amboseli Lodge

Amboseli National Park

Amboseli

Spend the day exploring Amboseli’s contrasting ecosystems open plains, acacia woodland, and marshes. Begin with an early morning game drive to catch animal activity. Elephants dominate the park, but you will also find lions, cheetahs, hyenas, and a variety of plains game. Return to your lodge for lunch and relaxation by the pool. In the late afternoon, head out again for another drive as the sun sets behind Kilimanjaro. Optional visit to a Maasai village for cultural immersion.

Amboseli Lodge

Amboseli- Arusha

After breakfast, drive to the Namanga border post. Complete immigration and vehicle change procedures, then continue into Tanzania, driving through picturesque landscapes to Arusha, the country’s safari hub. Arrive by mid-afternoon for check-in and relaxation at your hotel. The rest of the day is free — you may explore Arusha town, visit local markets, or simply unwind.

Arusha Hotel

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire

After breakfast, depart for Tarangire National Park, often called Tanzania’s “hidden gem.” The park is famed for its giant baobab trees and massive elephant herds. Enjoy a leisurely game drive en route to your lodge, spotting giraffes, buffalo, and predators near the Tarangire River. Arrive for lunch, followed by an afternoon game drive until sunset.

Tarangire Lodge

Tarangire National Park

Tarangire

Spend the entire day exploring Tarangire’s varied landscapes — from acacia woodlands to swamps that attract hundreds of elephants and migratory birds. It’s one of Tanzania’s most photogenic parks, with excellent chances to see lions, leopards, and even rare Oryx. Take a picnic lunch at a scenic viewpoint and continue your exploration before returning to your lodge in the evening.

Tarangire Lodge

Tarangire- Serengeti National Park

Serengeti

After breakfast, journey north through the lush Ngorongoro Highlands, entering the endless plains of the Serengeti, Tanzania’s most iconic park. Arrive in time for lunch, then enjoy your first afternoon game drive — a thrilling introduction to the Serengeti’s vastness and wildlife drama. The park teems with wildebeest, zebras, lions, cheetahs, and more.

Serengeti Lodge

Serengeti National Park

Serengeti

Dedicate this full day to game drives in the central or northern Serengeti, depending on the season and migration movements. Expect mesmerizing encounters: lions lazing on kopjes, cheetahs sprinting through the grass, and vast herds grazing. During migration months (June–October), you might witness the spectacular river crossings. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the wilderness before continuing your adventure. Return to camp for sundowners and dinner under the African stars.

Serengeti Lodge

Ngorongoro Conservation Area

Ngorongoro Crater

After a sunrise game drive and breakfast, depart for Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. En route, you may stop at Olduvai Gorge, the “Cradle of Mankind,” where early human fossils were discovered. Arrive at your lodge perched on the crater rim for breathtaking panoramic views. Spend the afternoon at leisure — enjoy the views or optional guided walks along the crater edge.

Ngorongoro Lodge

Arusha / Departure

After an early breakfast, descend 600 meters into the Ngorongoro Crater for a half-day game drive. The crater floor hosts an incredible concentration of wildlife — elephants, lions, buffaloes, and the elusive black rhino. Enjoy a picnic lunch near the hippo pool before ascending the crater walls and driving back to Arusha. Arrive in the late afternoon for your onward journey or evening flight from Kilimanjaro International Airport.

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