This tour combines two of Kenya’s most famous wildlife areas: alkaline Lake Nakuru in the Great Rift Valley, home to a variety of birdlife and the game-rich plains of the Masai Mara.
From July to September, the Mara plays host to huge herds of wildebeest and zebra, which migrate from the Serengeti down south. Yet the rest of the year still offers fabulous gameviewing as there are plenty of resident game on these plains, from lion to cheetah.
Take in spectacular views of the Great Rift Valley and pass by scenic Lake Naivasha as you travel on towards Lake Nakuru. The park surrounding Lake Nakuru is also of interest, with populations of rhino, leopard and buffalo.
Tour Details
- Beautiful Lake Nakuru home to a variety of birdlife
- The golden grasslands of the Masai Mara, renowned for its huge herds of game and large number of predators
- The stunning Great Rift Valley
- Game drives and quintessential safari experiences
Kenya’s major capital Nairobi is the main entry point into the country. Major airlines that fly into Nairobi include British Airways, Etihad Airways, Emirates, Lufthansa and Air France. From Nairobi, Kenya Airways offers flights to other popular African destinations including South Africa, Uganda, Rwanda and Zimbabwe.
Sample Itinerary
Kenya at a Glance
4 days/3 nights
Day 1
Lake Nakuru
Depart Nairobi by road through the fertile highlands. Stop to admire sweeping views over the Great Rift Valley and pass by lovely Lake Naivasha en route to Lake Nakuru. The lake is home to a variety of birdlife, while waterbuck, rhino, leopard and buffalo and attracted to its shores. Overnight Sarova Lion Hill Lodge (Silver) or Mbweha Camp (Gold) or similar.
Days 2/3
Masai Mara
Today is a long drive via the spectacular Great Rift Valley to the scenic grasslands of the Masai Mara, Kenya’s finest game park. Famous for hosting the annual wildebeest and zebra migration, the Mara nevertheless has large herds of permanent resident game. Stay at Sarova Mara Tented Camp (Silver) or Tipilikwani Tented Camp (Gold) or similar.
Day 4
Tour ends Nairobi
After breakfast return by road to Nairobi. Tour ends. (Optional flight available from the Masai Mara to Nairobi).
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