A 4-day trip to Masai Mara National Reserve and Lake Naivasha offers an exciting blend of wildlife safaris and scenic lake experiences. Here’s a sample itinerary that maximizes your time in both destinations
4 Days: Masai Mara National Park and Lake Naivasha
Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara Game Reserve
This morning we pick up clients from their hotel and we depart from Nairobi at 8.30 am and drive through the view point of the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara National Reserve. This enormous reserve is actually part of the vast Serengeti plains famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest’s migration and is home of the Big Five: Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Buffalo and Rhino. Lunch at the Lodge/camp and relax before departing for the afternoon game drive. The Mara Game Reserve one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Large mammals are varied, and easy to see. The wild animals found in the Park’s are: Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Eland and thousands of plain game including Impala, Zebra, both Thomson’s and grants Gazelles. Dinner and Overnight at the camp/lodge
Day 2: Full day exploring Masai Mara Game Reserve
Full day spent for viewing the great predators and explore the parks amazingly high concentration of wild animals. On the plains are enormous herds of grazing animals plus the elusive Cheetah and leopard hiding amidst acacia boughs. During the stay we also have an optional opportunity to visit a village of the Masai people to witness the singing and dancing that are part of their daily lives and sacred rituals. A glimpse into their homes and social structure is a poignant experience.Dinner and overnight at the lodge/camp.
Day 3: Masai Mara – Naivasha
Early morning game drive. Then return to the camp for the breakfast and depart for Naivasha to located in the Great Rift Valley.Lunch is provided en route. Dinner and overnight at the camp/lodge
Day 4: Hell’s National Park Naivasha – Nairobi
Hell’s Gate National Park lies to the south of Lake Naivasha in Kenya, North West of Nairobi. The park which is mainly comprised of savannah ecosystem harbors a wide variety of wildlife. Some of the frequently observed animal species include. There are over 100 species of birds in the park, including vultures, Verreaux’s Eagles, augur buzzard, and swifts. African buffalo, zebra, eland, hartebeest, Thomson’s gazelle, and baboons are also common. The park is also home to klipspringer antelope and Chanler’s mountain reedbuck..
Extensive early morning game drive in Hell’s gate National park. The activities in the park involve Game viewing, Raptor nesting in cliffs, Spectacular Gorge walk, Hot springs, The Olkaria Geothermal Station, The Mervyn Carnelley Raptor Hide, Fischer’s Tower, Tourist circuits, nature trails and picnic sites. Lunch served in Naivasha then depart for Nairobi arriving in the afternoon.
Tour Price Includes
- Full board accommodation whilst on safari
- All meals and activities as stated in the itinerary
- Accommodation in double/twin/triple room sharing.
- All park entrance fees to include government taxes and service of an English,German,Italian speaking
- professional driver/guide.
- List Item
- Game drives as detailed in the itinerary
- Extensive Game drives
- Game viewing in camps 4x4 vehicles and UHF radio
- Recommended Mineral Water while on safari
Things you need to budget for. The price does not include
- Visa
- Airport Taxes- client pay direct
- Tips
- Laundry
- Drinks
- Items of a personal nature
- Christmas and Easter Supplements