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From Nairobi: 3-Day/2-Night Maasai Mara Group Safari

From Nairobi: 3-Day/2-Night Maasai Mara Group Safari

Day 1 : Nairobi to Maasai Mara At 8 o'clock you will be picked up from your Nairobi Hotel and commence the drive to Maasai Mara. You will pass via the great rift valley view point where you will have a stop over of 10 -15 minutes to view the rift valley. Lunch will be at the camp in Maasai Mara. In the afternoon after you check in depart for a sunset evening game viewing drive in the Mara Reserve. Return back to the camp for buffet dinner ending with good time for resting at Enkajiang camp or similar. Masai Mara Reserve is the most popular tourism destination in Kenya. Located in the Great Rift Valley in primarily open grassland. Wildlife is most concentrated on the reserve’s western escarpment. Its regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife Viewing areas. Dinner and overnight at Dinner and overnight at Enkajiang Camp https://maraenkajiang.com// Rhino tourist camp https://rhinotouristcamp.com/ or simillar Day 2 : Full Day Game Drive in Masai Mara Reserve At around 7:00 am after breakfast, you will leave for a full day exploring Masai Mara in search of the Big Five. At midday, You will have picnic lunch in the park which is provided by us. You will visit the site of the yearly wildebeest migration and see the resident crocodiles and hippos sited at the banks of Mara river. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna – lions, cheetahs, jackals, hyenas and vultures. Dinner and overnight at Enkajiang Camp/Rhino Tourist camp or simillar Day 3: Depart Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park You will have an early breakfast then checkout. Thereafter head to Nakuru. Dinner and overnight in Lanet Matfam Resort http://lanetmatfamresort.co.ke/ Day 4 : Nakuru to Amboseli National Park You will have an early breakfast and depart by 7am to straight to the park. Its a small park with magnificent, rare white rhinos which form part of the Big five animals. There is also a possibility to see the pink flamingos. Later depart Nakuru for Amboseli National park and arrive in the evening as you check inn to the lodge Dinner and overnight in NYATI CAMP amboseli or similar accomodation depending on availability. https://www.nyatisafaricamp.com/home/ Day 5: Full Day in Amboseli. Morning breakfast and start the game drive around the park and get to visit the obervation point over looking the whole park on a birds eye view angle. Continue with the game drives as you look for the predators i.e the lions and cheetahs. Amboseli is rich with elephant species which are in many herds and also you can view the great mountain of kilimanjaro slopes and whole view. Dinner and overnight in NYATI CAMP amnoseli or Similar accomodation depending on availability. https://www.nyatisafaricamp.com/home/ Day 6: Amboseli to Nairobi. Early morning breakfast then checkout followed by a short game drive en route out of the park, thereafter depart back to Nairobi and dropped off at the hotel or airport at No extra cost. End of safari.

Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

Day one begins with pickup from Nairobi and travels along the Great Rift Valley towards the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Stop along the way to soak up the view from a magnificent lookout, then arrive at the park just in time for lunch. Later, set out on an epic evening game drive across the rich, tree-studded grasslands and rolling hills. The famous Maasai Mara is renowned for its great herds of black-maned lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and virtually every type of Kenyan wildlife. After a restful night’s sleep at your camp, enjoy a picnic-style breakfast to set you up for day two. Head out on a full-day game drive, with a visit to the Mara River which is home to a large concentration of animals. Once you’ve worked up a bit of an appetite, have lunch at a viewpoint overlooking the crocodiles and hippos lazing in the river. Afterward, you have the option to visit a Maasai cultural village to gain insight into the homes and social structure of the Maasai people as well as how they live in harmony with the environment and the animals. Wake up early on day three have breakfast before departing to Nakuru National Park, have an option of visitng Masai Village at own cost $20 per person payable to Masai Moran direct. Stop over for a picnic lunch along the way and soak up views of the magnificent Kenyan landscape that surrounds you. Arrive in Nakuru and, if time allows, pass by Naivasha for a boat ride, at your own expense. Day four begins with a hearty, early morning breakfast followed by a tour through Nakuru Park, which is home to over 350 species of birds including colorful flamingos. The park is also home to black and white rhinos and has been established for the protection of endangered species such as this. After an unforgettable four-day experience, relax and reflect on the return journey to your hotel or airport in Nairobi.

Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

Spend 4 days exploring the sweeping Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s most diverse ecosystems, and Lake Nakuru, home to pink flamingos and the rare white rhino. Spot Africa’s Big Five game animals, enjoy sunsets over the savanna, and camp out in spacious tents on the reserve. Day 1Start early with pickup from your hotel and drive to Maasai Mara. Your first stop will be at a viewpoint with breathtaking views over the Great Rift Valley, before continuing to a traveler's motel for lunch. Check-in to the campground late in the afternoon, then drive out for a sunset game viewing. Dig-in to a buffet dinner back at the campground and enjoy a relaxing evening under the stars. Get settled in your spacious self-contained tent, complete with a bed, bathroom, and hot water and electricity in the evening. Day 2Drive out into the reserve for a full day of exploring as you search for the Big Five. Optionally, start the day with an early morning balloon safari to admire the Mara form the air. Pause under the shade of the croton trees for a picnic lunch and admire the park's expansive plains. In the afternoon, reach the Mara river, the site of the annual wildebeest migration, and see the hippos and crocodiles lying along its banks. Return to camp for the evening or, optionally, visit the local Maasai village for a cultural tour and a chance to learn about the community. Day 3After an early breakfast, check out and Head to Lake Nakuru and stop for lunch in the local town before continuing to your accommodation for the night. Day 4Start with another early breakfast and depart for Nakuru National Park for a 3-hour game drive. The park is home to a sanctuary for black and rare white rhinos, as well as flocks of pink flamingos that live at the lake’s edge. To finish the tour, make your way back to Nairobi. Stop for lunch on the way before you are dropped-off back at your hotel in the city.

From Nairobi: Lakes Nakuru & Naivasha National Park Day Tour

From Nairobi: Lakes Nakuru & Naivasha National Park Day Tour

Your adventure begins at 6:00 AM with pickup in Nairobi. From there you'll head straight to Lake Nakuru National Park. The Lake is renowned as a bird sanctuary with over 400 bird species at times. There can be up to two million greater and lesser flamingoes and tens of thousands of other birds at Lake Nakuru. As a result the park is referred to as the "Birds' Paradise". The National Park is also a rhino sanctuary with excellent wildlife viewing. You'll enjoy wildlife viewing as soon as you enter the park gates, and when it's time for lunch, you'll stop at the lodge where you can purchase a meal at a local restaurant(own expense)  After lunch, continue to enjoy wildlife viewing on the drive out of the park. You'll leave the park at approximately 3:00 PM and head to Lake Naivasha for an optional 1-hour boat ride. If you'd like to include the boat ride, be sure to select the correct option when making your booking. On the boat ride, enjoy bird watching, eagle feeding, and hippo viewing. At the end of the boat ride, you'll head back to Nairobi for a 6:00 PM arrival.

Lake Nakuru day trip from Nairobi

Lake Nakuru day trip from Nairobi

Lake Nakuru National Park is a popular day trip destination from Nairobi, located just two and a half hours away by road. The park is known for its vast population of flamingos, as well as other bird species and wildlife such as rhinos, zebras, and baboons. Visitors can embark on a game drive through the park to spot these animals and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the surrounding landscape. The park also features a stunning waterfall and viewpoints overlooking the lake. It is recommended to bring binoculars and a camera to capture the experience. Overall, Lake Nakuru National Park offers a quick and exhilarating escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and a chance to appreciate the natural wonders of Kenya.

Lake Nakuru National Park Wildlife Highlights

Lake Nakuru National Park Wildlife Highlights

You will be picked from your Hotel or Airport at 6:30am in Nairobi and for depart Nairobi for Nakuru with a brief stopover at the Great Rift Valley view point. You will arrive at Lake Nakuru National park and proceed for a 2hr game drive. At 1230hrs you will enjoy lunch at the Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar. Enjoy an afternoon game drive a long side the shores of the lake where you will have an opportunity of seeing millions of migratory birds. In the acacia woodland, you will search for the plain game including the White Rhino. After the game we depart the park and start our drive back to Nairobi. Lake Nakuru National Park hosts the Lake Nakuru a fresh water lake, which is well known for its thousands, sometimes millions of flamingos nesting along the shores. The surface of the shallow lake is often hardly recognizable due to the continually shifting mass of pink. The lake’s abundance of algae attracts the vast quantity of flamingos that famously lines the shore.The park has recently been enlarged partly to provide the sanctuary for the black rhino. This undertaking has necessitated a fence – to keep out poachers rather than to restrict the movement of wildlife.

4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari

4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari

Day 1 Nairobi - Masai Mara Meet and greet at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with our Tour driver guide of Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris. Depart from Nairobi to start your safari to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley where you’ll stop for panoramic and breathtaking views. Descend the escarpment and drive through the Hemingway-trails to Narok town and proceed to Masai Mara check-in at your camp and have lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park viewing the migrating wildebeest and zebra. Search for the Cheetah, Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, and other members of the Big five plus other animals. Your dinner and overnight will at the Mara Sopa Lodge (Superior). Day 2 Masai Mara Game Reserve After breakfast at 0730hrs full day spent game viewing across the rich, tree-studded grassland and rolling hills. The famous Mara is renowned for its great herds of plain game, black-manned lions, leopard and cheetah but also contains numerous elephant and virtually every type of wildlife to be found in Kenya, lunch is served in the park at the Mara River, the border of Kenya and Tanzania and the scene for yearly wildebeest migration after lunch continues with your game drive covering the park into sections. Return to the camp at 1730hrs. Optional visit to the Masai villages or nature walk with Masai guides can be taken at this time. Your dinner and overnight will at the Mara Sopa Lodge (Superior). Day 3 Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru After the main breakfast, Leave Mara for Nakuru arriving in time for lunch and check-in at Lake Nakuru Hotel. Enjoy an afternoon game drive at the Lake Nakuru National park to see one of the largest ornithological spots. The Great Rift Valley has formed millions of years ago. Stretching some 6,500 kilometers from Jordan / Northern Africa to Mozambique / South Africa. It’s the largest Rift on Earth. In Kenya, the rift gave rise to many lakes that have become a habitat for diverse wildlife. One such lake is Lake Nakuru- an alkaline lake. Famously Lake Nakuru attracts seasonal vast numbers of fabulously colored pink flamingos to its shallow waters, Hippos, various animals, white and black rhinos, giraffes, tree-climbing lions, leopards and a profusion of birds are also present at the lake. Your dinner and overnight will at the Nakuru Sopa Lodge (Superior). Day 4 Lake Nakuru - Nairobi After early breakfast, proceed for an en-route game drive in the park to see the lion, buffalo, hyena, water buck and the antelope. Depart for Nairobi after lunch for Nairobi and drive to a brief stopover at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint arriving in Nairobi at your hotel/residence between 16:30 hrs. and 17:00 hrs. with lots of treasured album and good memories to take home.

From Nairobi: Lake Nakuru National Park Day-Trip Group Join

From Nairobi: Lake Nakuru National Park Day-Trip Group Join

Experience the beauty of Kenya’s wildlife with a day trip to Lake Nakuru National Park. This adventure-packed excursion is perfect for nature lovers, bird enthusiasts, and anyone looking to explore one of Kenya’s most famous national parks in just one day. The trip includes an optional boat ride at Lake Naivasha on the way back to Nairobi, offering a scenic and relaxing end to the day. Begin your day with a 6:00 AM pickup from your hotel or preferred location in Nairobi. Meet your professional driver-guide in one of the comfortable safari vehicles, fully equipped with large windows and pop-up roofs for perfect wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. As you depart from the city, enjoy the scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, with a stop at a viewpoint for a brief photo opportunity and to admire the breathtaking landscapes. Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park around 9:00 AM. Known for its rich wildlife and stunning lake views, this park offers a unique chance to see some of Kenya’s most iconic species. The park is home to the Big Four. The highlight of the park is the beautiful Lake Nakuru, once famed for its massive flocks of pink flamingos. Although the flamingo population has decreased over time due to environmental changes, the park remains a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 450 bird species to spot, including pelicans, cormorants, and fish eagles. During your game drive, your expert guide will take you through different sections of the park, from the forested areas to the open savannah and the lake shores. You’ll also visit the Rhino Sanctuary, which protects the endangered white and black rhinos, giving you a rare opportunity to see these majestic animals in their natural habitat. After an exciting morning of game viewing, take a break for lunch. Choose to either pack your own picnic or enjoy lunch at one of the lodges or designated picnic areas inside the park. During this time, relax, stretch your legs, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings while keeping an eye out for wildlife in the distance. With the game drive complete and lunch enjoyed, depart from Lake Nakuru National Park and begin the journey back to Nairobi. However, the adventure doesn’t have to end just yet. As part of this day trip, enjoy an optional stop at Lake Naivasha on your return journey. Lake Naivasha, a stunning freshwater lake located in the Great Rift Valley, is known for its tranquility and thriving wildlife. For an additional cost, enjoy a boat ride on the lake, offering close-up views of hippos, various bird species, and the chance to see giraffes, zebras, and antelopes grazing along the shores or on nearby Crescent Island. The boat ride is a great way to unwind after the safari, offering peaceful scenery and a refreshing change of pace before heading back to Nairobi. After the optional boat ride or simply relaxing by the lake, start the drive back to Nairobi.

From Nairobi: 7-day Masai Mara, Nakuru, and Amboseli Safari

From Nairobi: 7-day Masai Mara, Nakuru, and Amboseli Safari

Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara At 8a.m you will be picked up from your hotel. Commence the drive to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley viewpoint where you will stop over to view of the floor of the Rift Valley. Arrive at Enkajiang Camp/ Rhino Tourist Camp or similar in time for lunch, check in. Enjoy a sunset game drive from 4.30-6.30p.m. Return to camp for dinner Non standard options other Hotels apply Day 2: Full Day in Maasai Mara Spend the full day exploring Maasai Mara in search of the Big Five. You will have picnic lunches under a tree in the Reserve as you scale the Mara beauty. This day you will go all the way to the river where the wildebeest cross into Mara from Serengeti. All year round there are lots of resident Hippos and crocodiles at the banks of river. Accomodation at Enkajiang Camp/ Rhino Tourist Camp or similar Day 3: Maasai Mara to Nakuru Breakfast, checkout. Option: Masai village visit $20 per person- Here we visit to learn more about their culture and way of living Thereafter commence the drive to Nakuru. Arrive in time for lunch followed by relaxation, dinner and overnight stay at Lanet Matfam Day 4: Nakuru to Naivasha Breakfast. Depart by 7 a.m straight to the park. It's a small park with magnificent, rare white rhinos. Possibly observe the pink flamingos. The game drive lasts 3 to 4 hours, after which you depart on a 1-hr drive to Naivasha to arrive in time for lunch at kifaru Hotel. After lunch,. Later go for a 1 hour boat ride on Lake Naivasha for bird watching and hippo viewing on the banks of the lake. Evening accomodation at astorian Hotel or similar standard Day 5: Naivasha - Amboseli Breakfast head to Hell's Gate for a biking safari , walk in the gorges and take photos with animals. Those who cant bike we will use the safari car. Finish all activites at around 12 am and have lunch in Naivasha at Kifaru restaurant Start drive to Amboseli National park which is famous for its scenery, backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro which dominates the landscape and open plains. arrive in the evening; Check inn at 1. Nyati Camp- standard and budget option( Big self contained tents) 2. AA Lodge - midrange option 3. kibo lodge or Oltukai- Luxury 4 star option. Dinner and overnight. at the Hotel Day 6: Amboseli Full day Breakfast, and spend the day in Amboseli National Park. Known for large elephant herds, and views of Mount Kilimanjaro across the border in Tanzania, observation Hill offers panoramas of the peak and the park’s plains and swamps. Wildlife includes giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and hundreds of bird species. we will have a picnic Lunch in the park . There are places for bathroom and also cofee stops. Day 7: Amboseli - Nairobi Optional early morning game drive between 6 and 8 am strictly. After breakfast check out and drive to Nairobi. We will provide simple complimentary lunch on the way at a travellers Motel. You will be dropped off at your hotel or the Airport. END OF THE SAFARI

Kenya: 6-Day Camping Safari Small- Group Joining

Kenya: 6-Day Camping Safari Small- Group Joining

Visit some of Kenya's most spectacular national parks on a camping safari to Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara National Reserve with daily game drives. Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park You will be picked up from your hotel in Nairobi at 7:30 AM and then travel to Amboseli National Park, arriving at the camp at lunchtime. Afterward, proceed to an afternoon game drive which will last until 6:30 PM. Day 2: Full Day at Amboseli National Park Explore the park the whole day and have a picnic lunch. Amboseli National Park is one of the most popular wildlife sanctuaries often referred to as "The home of elephants." Some of the largest elephants are found here. Day 3: Amboseli to Lake Nakuru Leave Amboseli to Lake Nakuru via Nairobi for lunch then drive to The Great Rift Valley, stopping to view the scenery along the way. Arrive in the early evening and proceed to have a game drive followed by dinner and an overnight stay. Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Park Take an early morning game drive where you can watch and photograph birds and animals. Then have breakfast and depart to Masai Mara. Arrive there at lunchtime, then head out for an afternoon game drive. Day 5: Full Day at Masai Mara After breakfast, head out and enjoy a whole day game drive and have a picnic lunch. You will also cover the Mara river. This is one of the famous rivers where the Wildebeest migration takes place every year. Day 6: Masai Mara to Nairobi Have an early morning game drive from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM. This game drive is very important since you will capture the glimpses of the big five, and return to have your breakfast. Later head to Nairobi with a stop for lunch at Narok. Arrive in Nairobi in the early afternoon with a drop-off at your hotel or to the airport, full of wonderful memories.

Lake Nakuru: Our most recommended tours and activities

From Nairobi: 3-Day/2-Night Maasai Mara Group Safari

From Nairobi: 3-Day/2-Night Maasai Mara Group Safari

Day 1 : Nairobi to Maasai Mara At 8 o'clock you will be picked up from your Nairobi Hotel and commence the drive to Maasai Mara. You will pass via the great rift valley view point where you will have a stop over of 10 -15 minutes to view the rift valley. Lunch will be at the camp in Maasai Mara. In the afternoon after you check in depart for a sunset evening game viewing drive in the Mara Reserve. Return back to the camp for buffet dinner ending with good time for resting at Enkajiang camp or similar. Masai Mara Reserve is the most popular tourism destination in Kenya. Located in the Great Rift Valley in primarily open grassland. Wildlife is most concentrated on the reserve’s western escarpment. Its regarded as the jewel of Kenya’s wildlife Viewing areas. Dinner and overnight at Dinner and overnight at Enkajiang Camp https://maraenkajiang.com// Rhino tourist camp https://rhinotouristcamp.com/ or simillar Day 2 : Full Day Game Drive in Masai Mara Reserve At around 7:00 am after breakfast, you will leave for a full day exploring Masai Mara in search of the Big Five. At midday, You will have picnic lunch in the park which is provided by us. You will visit the site of the yearly wildebeest migration and see the resident crocodiles and hippos sited at the banks of Mara river. Following on their heels are the predators of the savanna – lions, cheetahs, jackals, hyenas and vultures. Dinner and overnight at Enkajiang Camp/Rhino Tourist camp or simillar Day 3: Depart Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park You will have an early breakfast then checkout. Thereafter head to Nakuru. Dinner and overnight in Lanet Matfam Resort http://lanetmatfamresort.co.ke/ Day 4 : Nakuru to Amboseli National Park You will have an early breakfast and depart by 7am to straight to the park. Its a small park with magnificent, rare white rhinos which form part of the Big five animals. There is also a possibility to see the pink flamingos. Later depart Nakuru for Amboseli National park and arrive in the evening as you check inn to the lodge Dinner and overnight in NYATI CAMP amboseli or similar accomodation depending on availability. https://www.nyatisafaricamp.com/home/ Day 5: Full Day in Amboseli. Morning breakfast and start the game drive around the park and get to visit the obervation point over looking the whole park on a birds eye view angle. Continue with the game drives as you look for the predators i.e the lions and cheetahs. Amboseli is rich with elephant species which are in many herds and also you can view the great mountain of kilimanjaro slopes and whole view. Dinner and overnight in NYATI CAMP amnoseli or Similar accomodation depending on availability. https://www.nyatisafaricamp.com/home/ Day 6: Amboseli to Nairobi. Early morning breakfast then checkout followed by a short game drive en route out of the park, thereafter depart back to Nairobi and dropped off at the hotel or airport at No extra cost. End of safari.

Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara & Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

Day one begins with pickup from Nairobi and travels along the Great Rift Valley towards the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Stop along the way to soak up the view from a magnificent lookout, then arrive at the park just in time for lunch. Later, set out on an epic evening game drive across the rich, tree-studded grasslands and rolling hills. The famous Maasai Mara is renowned for its great herds of black-maned lions, leopards, cheetahs, elephants, and virtually every type of Kenyan wildlife. After a restful night’s sleep at your camp, enjoy a picnic-style breakfast to set you up for day two. Head out on a full-day game drive, with a visit to the Mara River which is home to a large concentration of animals. Once you’ve worked up a bit of an appetite, have lunch at a viewpoint overlooking the crocodiles and hippos lazing in the river. Afterward, you have the option to visit a Maasai cultural village to gain insight into the homes and social structure of the Maasai people as well as how they live in harmony with the environment and the animals. Wake up early on day three have breakfast before departing to Nakuru National Park, have an option of visitng Masai Village at own cost $20 per person payable to Masai Moran direct. Stop over for a picnic lunch along the way and soak up views of the magnificent Kenyan landscape that surrounds you. Arrive in Nakuru and, if time allows, pass by Naivasha for a boat ride, at your own expense. Day four begins with a hearty, early morning breakfast followed by a tour through Nakuru Park, which is home to over 350 species of birds including colorful flamingos. The park is also home to black and white rhinos and has been established for the protection of endangered species such as this. After an unforgettable four-day experience, relax and reflect on the return journey to your hotel or airport in Nairobi.

Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

Nairobi: 4-Day Maasai Mara and Lake Nakuru Camping Safari

Spend 4 days exploring the sweeping Maasai Mara, one of Africa’s most diverse ecosystems, and Lake Nakuru, home to pink flamingos and the rare white rhino. Spot Africa’s Big Five game animals, enjoy sunsets over the savanna, and camp out in spacious tents on the reserve. Day 1Start early with pickup from your hotel and drive to Maasai Mara. Your first stop will be at a viewpoint with breathtaking views over the Great Rift Valley, before continuing to a traveler's motel for lunch. Check-in to the campground late in the afternoon, then drive out for a sunset game viewing. Dig-in to a buffet dinner back at the campground and enjoy a relaxing evening under the stars. Get settled in your spacious self-contained tent, complete with a bed, bathroom, and hot water and electricity in the evening. Day 2Drive out into the reserve for a full day of exploring as you search for the Big Five. Optionally, start the day with an early morning balloon safari to admire the Mara form the air. Pause under the shade of the croton trees for a picnic lunch and admire the park's expansive plains. In the afternoon, reach the Mara river, the site of the annual wildebeest migration, and see the hippos and crocodiles lying along its banks. Return to camp for the evening or, optionally, visit the local Maasai village for a cultural tour and a chance to learn about the community. Day 3After an early breakfast, check out and Head to Lake Nakuru and stop for lunch in the local town before continuing to your accommodation for the night. Day 4Start with another early breakfast and depart for Nakuru National Park for a 3-hour game drive. The park is home to a sanctuary for black and rare white rhinos, as well as flocks of pink flamingos that live at the lake’s edge. To finish the tour, make your way back to Nairobi. Stop for lunch on the way before you are dropped-off back at your hotel in the city.

From Nairobi: Lakes Nakuru & Naivasha National Park Day Tour

From Nairobi: Lakes Nakuru & Naivasha National Park Day Tour

Your adventure begins at 6:00 AM with pickup in Nairobi. From there you'll head straight to Lake Nakuru National Park. The Lake is renowned as a bird sanctuary with over 400 bird species at times. There can be up to two million greater and lesser flamingoes and tens of thousands of other birds at Lake Nakuru. As a result the park is referred to as the "Birds' Paradise". The National Park is also a rhino sanctuary with excellent wildlife viewing. You'll enjoy wildlife viewing as soon as you enter the park gates, and when it's time for lunch, you'll stop at the lodge where you can purchase a meal at a local restaurant(own expense)  After lunch, continue to enjoy wildlife viewing on the drive out of the park. You'll leave the park at approximately 3:00 PM and head to Lake Naivasha for an optional 1-hour boat ride. If you'd like to include the boat ride, be sure to select the correct option when making your booking. On the boat ride, enjoy bird watching, eagle feeding, and hippo viewing. At the end of the boat ride, you'll head back to Nairobi for a 6:00 PM arrival.

Lake Nakuru day trip from Nairobi

Lake Nakuru day trip from Nairobi

Lake Nakuru National Park is a popular day trip destination from Nairobi, located just two and a half hours away by road. The park is known for its vast population of flamingos, as well as other bird species and wildlife such as rhinos, zebras, and baboons. Visitors can embark on a game drive through the park to spot these animals and enjoy the beautiful scenery of the surrounding landscape. The park also features a stunning waterfall and viewpoints overlooking the lake. It is recommended to bring binoculars and a camera to capture the experience. Overall, Lake Nakuru National Park offers a quick and exhilarating escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and a chance to appreciate the natural wonders of Kenya.

Lake Nakuru National Park Wildlife Highlights

Lake Nakuru National Park Wildlife Highlights

You will be picked from your Hotel or Airport at 6:30am in Nairobi and for depart Nairobi for Nakuru with a brief stopover at the Great Rift Valley view point. You will arrive at Lake Nakuru National park and proceed for a 2hr game drive. At 1230hrs you will enjoy lunch at the Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar. Enjoy an afternoon game drive a long side the shores of the lake where you will have an opportunity of seeing millions of migratory birds. In the acacia woodland, you will search for the plain game including the White Rhino. After the game we depart the park and start our drive back to Nairobi. Lake Nakuru National Park hosts the Lake Nakuru a fresh water lake, which is well known for its thousands, sometimes millions of flamingos nesting along the shores. The surface of the shallow lake is often hardly recognizable due to the continually shifting mass of pink. The lake’s abundance of algae attracts the vast quantity of flamingos that famously lines the shore.The park has recently been enlarged partly to provide the sanctuary for the black rhino. This undertaking has necessitated a fence – to keep out poachers rather than to restrict the movement of wildlife.

4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari

4-Day Masai Mara and Lake Nakuru Safari

Day 1 Nairobi - Masai Mara Meet and greet at the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport with our Tour driver guide of Bencia Africa Adventure & Safaris. Depart from Nairobi to start your safari to Masai Mara via the Great Rift Valley where you’ll stop for panoramic and breathtaking views. Descend the escarpment and drive through the Hemingway-trails to Narok town and proceed to Masai Mara check-in at your camp and have lunch. Enjoy an afternoon game drive through the park viewing the migrating wildebeest and zebra. Search for the Cheetah, Lion, Elephant, Buffalo, and other members of the Big five plus other animals. Your dinner and overnight will at the Mara Sopa Lodge (Superior). Day 2 Masai Mara Game Reserve After breakfast at 0730hrs full day spent game viewing across the rich, tree-studded grassland and rolling hills. The famous Mara is renowned for its great herds of plain game, black-manned lions, leopard and cheetah but also contains numerous elephant and virtually every type of wildlife to be found in Kenya, lunch is served in the park at the Mara River, the border of Kenya and Tanzania and the scene for yearly wildebeest migration after lunch continues with your game drive covering the park into sections. Return to the camp at 1730hrs. Optional visit to the Masai villages or nature walk with Masai guides can be taken at this time. Your dinner and overnight will at the Mara Sopa Lodge (Superior). Day 3 Masai Mara - Lake Nakuru After the main breakfast, Leave Mara for Nakuru arriving in time for lunch and check-in at Lake Nakuru Hotel. Enjoy an afternoon game drive at the Lake Nakuru National park to see one of the largest ornithological spots. The Great Rift Valley has formed millions of years ago. Stretching some 6,500 kilometers from Jordan / Northern Africa to Mozambique / South Africa. It’s the largest Rift on Earth. In Kenya, the rift gave rise to many lakes that have become a habitat for diverse wildlife. One such lake is Lake Nakuru- an alkaline lake. Famously Lake Nakuru attracts seasonal vast numbers of fabulously colored pink flamingos to its shallow waters, Hippos, various animals, white and black rhinos, giraffes, tree-climbing lions, leopards and a profusion of birds are also present at the lake. Your dinner and overnight will at the Nakuru Sopa Lodge (Superior). Day 4 Lake Nakuru - Nairobi After early breakfast, proceed for an en-route game drive in the park to see the lion, buffalo, hyena, water buck and the antelope. Depart for Nairobi after lunch for Nairobi and drive to a brief stopover at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint arriving in Nairobi at your hotel/residence between 16:30 hrs. and 17:00 hrs. with lots of treasured album and good memories to take home.

From Nairobi: Lake Nakuru National Park Day-Trip Group Join

From Nairobi: Lake Nakuru National Park Day-Trip Group Join

Experience the beauty of Kenya’s wildlife with a day trip to Lake Nakuru National Park. This adventure-packed excursion is perfect for nature lovers, bird enthusiasts, and anyone looking to explore one of Kenya’s most famous national parks in just one day. The trip includes an optional boat ride at Lake Naivasha on the way back to Nairobi, offering a scenic and relaxing end to the day. Begin your day with a 6:00 AM pickup from your hotel or preferred location in Nairobi. Meet your professional driver-guide in one of the comfortable safari vehicles, fully equipped with large windows and pop-up roofs for perfect wildlife viewing and photography opportunities. As you depart from the city, enjoy the scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley, with a stop at a viewpoint for a brief photo opportunity and to admire the breathtaking landscapes. Arrive at Lake Nakuru National Park around 9:00 AM. Known for its rich wildlife and stunning lake views, this park offers a unique chance to see some of Kenya’s most iconic species. The park is home to the Big Four. The highlight of the park is the beautiful Lake Nakuru, once famed for its massive flocks of pink flamingos. Although the flamingo population has decreased over time due to environmental changes, the park remains a birdwatcher’s paradise, with over 450 bird species to spot, including pelicans, cormorants, and fish eagles. During your game drive, your expert guide will take you through different sections of the park, from the forested areas to the open savannah and the lake shores. You’ll also visit the Rhino Sanctuary, which protects the endangered white and black rhinos, giving you a rare opportunity to see these majestic animals in their natural habitat. After an exciting morning of game viewing, take a break for lunch. Choose to either pack your own picnic or enjoy lunch at one of the lodges or designated picnic areas inside the park. During this time, relax, stretch your legs, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings while keeping an eye out for wildlife in the distance. With the game drive complete and lunch enjoyed, depart from Lake Nakuru National Park and begin the journey back to Nairobi. However, the adventure doesn’t have to end just yet. As part of this day trip, enjoy an optional stop at Lake Naivasha on your return journey. Lake Naivasha, a stunning freshwater lake located in the Great Rift Valley, is known for its tranquility and thriving wildlife. For an additional cost, enjoy a boat ride on the lake, offering close-up views of hippos, various bird species, and the chance to see giraffes, zebras, and antelopes grazing along the shores or on nearby Crescent Island. The boat ride is a great way to unwind after the safari, offering peaceful scenery and a refreshing change of pace before heading back to Nairobi. After the optional boat ride or simply relaxing by the lake, start the drive back to Nairobi.

From Nairobi: 7-day Masai Mara, Nakuru, and Amboseli Safari

From Nairobi: 7-day Masai Mara, Nakuru, and Amboseli Safari

Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara At 8a.m you will be picked up from your hotel. Commence the drive to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley viewpoint where you will stop over to view of the floor of the Rift Valley. Arrive at Enkajiang Camp/ Rhino Tourist Camp or similar in time for lunch, check in. Enjoy a sunset game drive from 4.30-6.30p.m. Return to camp for dinner Non standard options other Hotels apply Day 2: Full Day in Maasai Mara Spend the full day exploring Maasai Mara in search of the Big Five. You will have picnic lunches under a tree in the Reserve as you scale the Mara beauty. This day you will go all the way to the river where the wildebeest cross into Mara from Serengeti. All year round there are lots of resident Hippos and crocodiles at the banks of river. Accomodation at Enkajiang Camp/ Rhino Tourist Camp or similar Day 3: Maasai Mara to Nakuru Breakfast, checkout. Option: Masai village visit $20 per person- Here we visit to learn more about their culture and way of living Thereafter commence the drive to Nakuru. Arrive in time for lunch followed by relaxation, dinner and overnight stay at Lanet Matfam Day 4: Nakuru to Naivasha Breakfast. Depart by 7 a.m straight to the park. It's a small park with magnificent, rare white rhinos. Possibly observe the pink flamingos. The game drive lasts 3 to 4 hours, after which you depart on a 1-hr drive to Naivasha to arrive in time for lunch at kifaru Hotel. After lunch,. Later go for a 1 hour boat ride on Lake Naivasha for bird watching and hippo viewing on the banks of the lake. Evening accomodation at astorian Hotel or similar standard Day 5: Naivasha - Amboseli Breakfast head to Hell's Gate for a biking safari , walk in the gorges and take photos with animals. Those who cant bike we will use the safari car. Finish all activites at around 12 am and have lunch in Naivasha at Kifaru restaurant Start drive to Amboseli National park which is famous for its scenery, backdrop of snow-capped Mount Kilimanjaro which dominates the landscape and open plains. arrive in the evening; Check inn at 1. Nyati Camp- standard and budget option( Big self contained tents) 2. AA Lodge - midrange option 3. kibo lodge or Oltukai- Luxury 4 star option. Dinner and overnight. at the Hotel Day 6: Amboseli Full day Breakfast, and spend the day in Amboseli National Park. Known for large elephant herds, and views of Mount Kilimanjaro across the border in Tanzania, observation Hill offers panoramas of the peak and the park’s plains and swamps. Wildlife includes giraffes, zebras, cheetahs, and hundreds of bird species. we will have a picnic Lunch in the park . There are places for bathroom and also cofee stops. Day 7: Amboseli - Nairobi Optional early morning game drive between 6 and 8 am strictly. After breakfast check out and drive to Nairobi. We will provide simple complimentary lunch on the way at a travellers Motel. You will be dropped off at your hotel or the Airport. END OF THE SAFARI

Kenya: 6-Day Camping Safari Small- Group Joining

Kenya: 6-Day Camping Safari Small- Group Joining

Visit some of Kenya's most spectacular national parks on a camping safari to Amboseli National Park, Lake Nakuru, and Masai Mara National Reserve with daily game drives. Day 1: Nairobi to Amboseli National Park You will be picked up from your hotel in Nairobi at 7:30 AM and then travel to Amboseli National Park, arriving at the camp at lunchtime. Afterward, proceed to an afternoon game drive which will last until 6:30 PM. Day 2: Full Day at Amboseli National Park Explore the park the whole day and have a picnic lunch. Amboseli National Park is one of the most popular wildlife sanctuaries often referred to as "The home of elephants." Some of the largest elephants are found here. Day 3: Amboseli to Lake Nakuru Leave Amboseli to Lake Nakuru via Nairobi for lunch then drive to The Great Rift Valley, stopping to view the scenery along the way. Arrive in the early evening and proceed to have a game drive followed by dinner and an overnight stay. Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Park Take an early morning game drive where you can watch and photograph birds and animals. Then have breakfast and depart to Masai Mara. Arrive there at lunchtime, then head out for an afternoon game drive. Day 5: Full Day at Masai Mara After breakfast, head out and enjoy a whole day game drive and have a picnic lunch. You will also cover the Mara river. This is one of the famous rivers where the Wildebeest migration takes place every year. Day 6: Masai Mara to Nairobi Have an early morning game drive from 6:00 AM to 9:30 AM. This game drive is very important since you will capture the glimpses of the big five, and return to have your breakfast. Later head to Nairobi with a stop for lunch at Narok. Arrive in Nairobi in the early afternoon with a drop-off at your hotel or to the airport, full of wonderful memories.

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Overall rating

4.6
(65 reviews)

The best safari I have ever done (I have done safaris in South Africa, Zambia and Botswana). The tour is very well organised. The overnight stays in Masai Mara and Amboseli are in very spacious tents - a great experience, very tidy. The overnight stay at Lake Nakuru is in a hotel (with a pool). All accommodations have internet. We saw the Big Five several times. Our guide Ambrose was very committed and knew his way around well. We were often one of the first cars in the park. The roads in the national parks are very bumpy. If you have any problems, I recommend you take medication. Another recommendation is the Masai village. Costs 20 USD and is very interesting. You stop at a few souvenir shops along the way (some very large). They have nice things but are quite expensive. Even at the airport in Nairobi the things were cheaper. The food is the same in almost all places (rice, beans, lentils, meat). Bring snacks with you if necessary.

I don't know where to start rating one of the best experience of our lives. We booked the 4 days Masai Mara & lake Nakuru experience and it was truly over every expectation, our guide Jeff was incredible, he took us all over Masai Mara knowing all the places where we could see animals. Lake Nakuru also was a gem that deserve a visit. Accomodations were good and with everything you need on a safari experience, the food from breakfast to dinner was also delicious. I wish we could give more than 5 stars to the activity and 100 stars to our guide Jeff. If you are planning to visit Masai Mara don't hesitate to book it!

Wonderful experience, everything organized to the smallest detail. The guides we had were very good and helpful. I would recommend it to anyone who wants to spend 1 week among nature, animals and with wonderful local people.

I suggested this trip because you will see a lot of Kenya animals and also beautiful people. All was well organized, food very good, beautiful lodges and Amazing avventure parks.

Our guide, Albert, was very helpful! I wish the hotel quality would improve.