Short Itinerary

Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Nairobi to Lake Naivasha for Boat ride to and Walking tour in Crescent Island
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Transfer to Masai Mara for afternoon game drives in Masai Mara
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - Transfer to Isebania Border to start Tanzania leg of the tour

Notes

In Naivasha, Boat ride to Crescent Island and walking tour in Crescent Island are included. Other activities like bike tour, hiking, horse ride can be opted as add-ons by paying additional.

Choose Date

Safari tour prices vary depending on the starting date, your group size, and the choice of stay.

Ensuite Accommodation Packages

Below are packages with a few popular ensuite options for your tour, starting on Dec 28, 2024, in a group of two adults . Ensuite hotels are tented camps/lodges that can be inside/around national parks. You will have a private room with attached bathroom. Meals are provided by hotels.

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Option E1: $1,570 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $1,722 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Lake Naivasha Lazarus Lodge, Lake Naivasha from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Olkinyei Mara Tented Camp - Comfort Tent, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E2: $1,960 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $2,112 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Avian Court Hotel - Standard Room, Lake Naivasha from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at PrideInn Mara Camp & Cottages - Savannah Tents, Masai Mara (Bordering the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E3: $2,086 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $2,238 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Great Rift Valley Lodge & Golf Resort - Lodge Room, Lake Naivasha from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ashnil Mara Camp, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E4: $2,489 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $2,641 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Enashipai Resort and Spa, Lake Naivasha from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ilora Retreats, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E5: $3,641 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $3,793 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Chui Lodge - Standard Room, Lake Naivasha from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [All Inclusive]
- Stay at Mara Bush Camp, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E6: $8,524 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $8,676 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Loldia House, Lake Naivasha from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Bateleur Camp - Tented Suite, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from Dec 29, 2024 to Jan 01, 2025 [Full Board]

A detailed list of inclusions is shared below. We have many more accommodations and addon tours to offer. Please share with us your requirements by clicking on the "Request Quote" button below, and our reservations team will get in touch with you.

Itinerary

Day 1 - Nairobi to Lake Naivasha

Your tour starts with pick up at 7:30 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Airport and depart to Lake Naivasha which is about 2 to 2.5 hours drive. On reaching Lake Naivasha, proceed for Boat Ride to Crescent Island where you will be doing a nature walk next to zebras, giraffes, wildebeest, waterbucks, antelopes and many types of birds. After the activities at Lake Naivasha, you will have lunch at a local restaurant or at one of the lodges in Lake Naivasha. After Lunch, you will check into your lodge/camp and relax for for a while. Later in the evening you can freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared dinner. Overnight stay at the lodge.

Optional Add-on Tours: You can choose to go to Hell's gate national park near Naivasha where you can do hiking, bicycle riding and other activities at additional cost.

Day 2 - Naivasha to Masai Mara

We start around 7:30 AM from your Naivasha lodge and drive to Masai Mara. This drive will take about 5 to 6 hours. Arrive in Masai Mara shortly after noon and check into your lodge/camp, have hot lunch and then depart for an afternoon game drive. After the game drive, we head back to lodge/camp to reach by around 5:30 or 6:00 PM, freshen up and enjoy a freshly prepared Dinner. Overnight at your lodge.

Note: The last 1-hour drive to Masai Mara is on the corrugated and bumpy road and may not be comfortable for clients with back problems. Clients with back problems can consider flying directly to (and out of) Masai Mara.

Day 3 & 4 - Masai Mara

Today's itinerary is flexible and you can discuss with your guide on the previous evening and plan for today's schedule. You can either have a relaxed breakfast and depart for full day game drives around 9:00 AM with packed lunch and return back to lodge late afternoon around 6:00 PM. Or you can depart at 6:00 AM on an early morning game drive (This is the best time to see the animals and a good chance to witness hunt/kill). Later return to accommodation for breakfast and relax for a bit and depart on an afternoon game drive with packed lunch. you will stop at a picnic spot for having packed lunch and later depart on a game drive till the park is closed. Around 6:00 PM return to lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5 - Masai Mara to Isebania

Enjoy your breakfast at the lodge. Afterward, drive 3.5 to 4 hours (150 km) to the Isebania border with a packed lunch.

Note 1. Effective from 1st November 2023, our 2024 prices have been updated to reflect the revised park fees for Masai Mara (USD 100 from Jan to Jun and USD 200 from July to Dec).

Note 2. Morning game drives in Masai Mara can be added on the last morning at the park by paying additional park fees.

Stay Locations

Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Lake Naivasha
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - Masai Mara (Within the Park) or Masai Mara (Outside the Park) or Masai Mara (Bordering the Park)

Maps

Pre & Post Tour Hotels

Nairobi is the base for safari tours in Kenya. If you need accommodation in Nairobi before/after your safari tour, you can check some popular hotel prices on bed and breakfast basis below (Prices are per person).

Single room:

• 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 71 per person
• ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 115 per person
• The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 144 per person
• Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 168 per person
• Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 299 per person

Double sharing room:

• 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 43 per person
• ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 69 per person
• The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 84 per person
• Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 95 per person
• Fairmont the Norfolk - Fairmont Room - USD 175 per person

Triple sharing room:

• 67 Airport Hotel - Superior Deluxe Room - USD 32 per person
• ibis Styles Nairobi Westlands - USD 69 per person
• The Boma Nairobi - Superior Room - USD 72 per person
• Movenpick Hotel - Superior Room - USD 79 per person
• Fairmont the Norfolk - Deluxe Room - USD 143 per person

All of the above prices are on per person per night on bed and breakfast basis. More hotel options can be shared upon request.

Transfers

Pick up from Wilson Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Pick up from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge

Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi hotel: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Wilson Airport to Nairobi hotel: USD 30 per vehicle

Meals

Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - Breakfast & Lunch

Transfer Times

Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Nairobi to Lake Naivasha takes about 2 to 2.5 hours (105 km)
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Lake Naivasha to Masai Mara takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (250 km)
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - No transfers
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - No transfers
Day 5 (Jan 01, 2025) - Masai Mara to Isebania takes about 3.5 to 4 hours (150 km)

Note: These are estimated drive times. Because of the traffic, location of the accommodations, and several other factors, actual drive times may vary. Driving distances are approximate and do not account for exact places.

Inclusions

• 4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.

• Drinking water while on safari (2 litres per person per day).

• Meals as per itinerary.

• Daily game drives while on Safari.

• A professional English speaking driver/ guide.

• Park Fees (for Non-Residents).

• All Taxes and VAT.

Exclusions

• Additional accommodation before and at the end of the tour (Unless mentioned otherwise).

• Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.

• Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

• Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

• International flights.

• Personal Items (Souvenirs, Travel Insurance, Visa Fees, etc.).

• Tips (Tipping guidelines).

Payment Policy

Deposit Payment
- Deposit is 50% of the total booking amount.
- Deposit can be paid either via a bank transfer or an online card payment.
- A 5% fee is applicable on all card payments (payment gateway charges). This is non-refundable.
- We offer bank accounts in 10 different currencies for bank transfers.
- Once you make the deposit payment you will receive a booking confirmation.

Balance Payment
- Balance can be paid via bank transfer, online card payment or with cash
- Bank payment can be done 15 days prior to the tour date (recommended 30 days prior)
- Card payment can be done 1 day prior to the tour date (recommended 7 days prior)
- A 5% fee is applicable on all card payments (payment gateway charges). This is non-refundable.
- Cash can be paid on arrival (US Dollars printed in or after the year 2009)

Addons

Add-on tours in Hell's Gate National Park, Naivasha
Hell's Gate National Park fees: USD 30 per adult/USD 20 per child
Biking tour in Hell's Gate National Park: USD 30 per adults/USD 30 per child
Walking tour in Hell's Gate National Park: USD 25 upto 4 pax

Add-on tours in Sanctuary Farm, Naivasha
Horse Riding (for 1 hour): USD 50 per adult/USD 45 per child
Horse Riding (for 2 hours): USD 80 per adults/USD 75 per child

Add-on tours in Mt. Longonot National Park, Naivasha
Mt. Longonot Hike (upto 5 hours): USD 40 per adult/USD 30 per child

Add-on tours in Masai Mara
Hot Air Balloon Ride (1 hour): USD 485 per person for adult/USD 340 per child
Masai Village Visit (1 hour): USD 25 per person
Sundowner: USD 35-60 per person depending on hotel

Please note that children's rates are applicable to specific age groups. For details on child policies for each activity, please contact us directly.