In this tour we will cover the 2 most popular destinations in Kenya - Lake Nakuru (1 night) and Masai Mara National Reserve (2 nights). Tour starts in Nairobi and ends at Isebania. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
Short Itinerary
Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Nairobi to Lake Nakuru. Afternoon game drives in Lake Nakuru
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) - Transfer to Isebania Border to start Tanzania leg of the tour
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
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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: $1,195 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $1,312 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Buraha Zenoni Hotel - Deluxe Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
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 Dec 31, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E2: $1,450 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $1,567 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Ziwa Bush Lodge - Executive Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
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 Dec 31, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E3: $1,579 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $1,696 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park)
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 Dec 31, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E4: $1,858 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $1,975 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Mbweha Safari Camp, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ilora Retreats, Masai Mara (Within the Park)
from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E5: $2,551 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $2,668 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park)
from Dec 28, 2024 to Dec 29, 2024 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mara Bush Camp, Masai Mara (Within the Park)
from Dec 29, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024 [Full Board]
Option E6: $5,639 per adult for safari with Safari Van
, $5,756 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park)
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 Dec 31, 2024 [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 Nakuru
Depart from Nairobi in the morning and drive approximately 3.5 to 4 hours (157 km) to Lake Nakuru National Park. After arriving and checking into your lodge, enjoy lunch before heading out for an afternoon game drive. Lake Nakuru is renowned for its rhinos, and diverse birdlife. Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and relaxation.
Day 2: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara
After breakfast, drive 5 to 5.5 hours (250 km) to Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive around midday, check into your accommodation, and have lunch. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive in the Masai Mara, famous for its stunning landscapes and abundant wildlife, including the Big Five. Return to your lodge for dinner and a restful evening.
Day 3: Full Day Game Drives in Masai Mara
You can leave at 7:30 AM after having breakfast & spend the entire day exploring Masai Mara with full-day game drives. With a packed lunch, traverse the reserve’s diverse terrains and enjoy excellent wildlife sightings, including the Great Migration if you’re visiting during the migration season. After a day filled with wildlife encounters, head back to your lodge for dinner and unwind.
Day 4: Masai Mara to Isebania Border
Enjoy your breakfast at the lodge. Afterward, drive 3.5 to 4 hours (150 km) to the Isebania border with a packed lunch.
Stay Locations
Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) or Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park)
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)
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
Transfer Times
Day 1 (Dec 28, 2024) - Nairobi to Lake Nakuru takes about 3.5 to 4 hours (157 km)
Day 2 (Dec 29, 2024) - Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (250 km)
Day 3 (Dec 30, 2024) - No transfers
Day 4 (Dec 31, 2024) - 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 Lake Nakuru
Boat Ride (upto 3 hours): USD 110 per adult/USD 60 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.
In this tour we will cover the 2 most popular destinations in Kenya - Lake Nakuru (1 night) and Masai Mara National Reserve (2 nights). Tour starts in Nairobi and ends at Isebania. With our experienced driver guides, it will be a trip of a lifetime!
We use equipment of international standards & our guides are trained in First aid & personal protection equipment
We reward our staff based on your feedback & that results in all of us working towards making your trip memorable
Our guides are trained to pay attention to each clients requirements & situation & customize the program accordingly
Once a tour is booked, its guaranteed to go, even if there is only single client for the entire trip
Book by paying advance by card on our website. Balance can be paid upon arrival, before the tour
Our minimum requirement for operation is only one client. So we can offer the tour any day of the year for you
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