7 Days - Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara

Duration - 7 days

This itinerary includes Ol Pejeta Conservancy (1N), a leading conservation area that hosts the last two northern white rhinos and offers both Big Five and chimpanzee sightings.; followed by a transfer to Lake Nakuru (1N), famous for its pink-hued flamingos and as a sanctuary for black and white rhinos.; then a transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve (4N), Kenya’s premier safari destination, known for the Big Five, big cat sightings & Great Migration (July-Oct), before transferring back to Nairobi.


Short Itinerary


Day 1 (August 18, 2025) - Nairobi to Ol Pejeta. Afternoon game drives in Ol Pejeta
Day 2 (August 19, 2025) - Transfer to Lake Nakuru for afternoon game drives in Lake Nakuru
Day 3 (August 20, 2025) - Transfer to Masai Mara for afternoon game drives in Masai Mara
Day 4 (August 21, 2025) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 5 (August 22, 2025) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 6 (August 23, 2025) - Full day game drives in Masai Mara
Day 7 (August 24, 2025) - Transfer from Masai Mara (No game drives) to Nairobi

Notes


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

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 August 18, 2025, 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: $2,515 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $2,766 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Pelican House, Ol Pejeta (Within the Park) from August 18, 2025 to August 19, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Buraha Zenoni Hotel - Deluxe Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park) from August 19, 2025 to August 20, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Basecamp Adventure, Masai Mara (Bordering the Park) from August 20, 2025 to August 24, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E2: $2,878 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $3,129 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Sweet Waters Serena Camp - Standard Wing Tent, Ol Pejeta (Within the Park) from August 18, 2025 to August 19, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Ziwa Bush Lodge - Executive Room, Lake Nakuru (Outside the Park) from August 19, 2025 to August 20, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Osero Enarau Camp, Masai Mara (Bordering the Park) from August 20, 2025 to August 24, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E3: $3,889 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $4,140 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Sweet Waters Serena Camp - Waterhole View Tent, Ol Pejeta (Within the Park) from August 18, 2025 to August 19, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from August 19, 2025 to August 20, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from August 20, 2025 to August 24, 2025 [Full Board]

Option E4: $4,592 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $4,843 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Sweet Waters Serena Camp - Morani Wing Tent, Ol Pejeta (Within the Park) from August 18, 2025 to August 19, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge - 1 BR Chui or Faru Suite, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from August 19, 2025 to August 20, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Neptune Mara Rianta Luxury Camp, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from August 20, 2025 to August 24, 2025 [All Inclusive]

Option E5: $6,177 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $6,428 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Ol Pejeta Bush Camp, Ol Pejeta (Within the Park) from August 18, 2025 to August 19, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from August 19, 2025 to August 20, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Elewana Sand River Mara - Safari Tent, Masai Mara (Within the Park) from August 20, 2025 to August 24, 2025 [All Inclusive]

Option E6: $12,100 per adult for safari with Safari Van , $12,351 per adult for safari with Land Cruiser
- Stay at Kicheche Laikipia Camp, Ol Pejeta (Within the Park) from August 18, 2025 to August 19, 2025 [Game Package]
- Stay at The Cliff, Lake Nakuru (Within the Park) from August 19, 2025 to August 20, 2025 [Full Board]
- Stay at Bateleur Camp - Luxury Tent, Masai Mara (Outside the Park) from August 20, 2025 to August 24, 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 Ol Pejeta

Your tour starts with pick up at 7:30 AM from your Nairobi hotel or Airport and depart to Ol Pejeta which is about a 3.5 to 4.5 hour drive from Nairobi. Arrive in Ol Pejets around noon, check into your lodge/camp, have hot lunch and then depart for an afternoon game drive. Begin your first game drive. Ol Pejeta is home to "Big Five" animals (Elephants , Lions, Leopards, Rhinos, and Buffalo). 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.

Day 2 - Ol Pejeta to Nakuru

After breakfast, check out from camp and proceed to Lake Nakuru which is about 3.5 hours drive from Ol Pejeta. Upon reaching Nakuru lodge check in have lunch and depart for afternoon game drives till around 6:00pm. We proceed to camp /lodge for a freshly prepared dinner and later on overnight stay.

Day 3 - Nakuru-Masai Mara

After breakfast checkout and depart to Masai Mara which is about 5 hours drive from Lake Nakuru. Check into your lodge/camp at Masai Mara, have lunch and depart for afternoon game drives. 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.

Day 4, Day 5 & Day 6 - 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 7 - Masai Mara - Nairobi

After a relaxed breakfast head back to Nairobi. On reaching Nairobi in the evening, you will be dropped of at the airport or your hotel.
Note 1: Morning game drives in Masai Mara can be added on the last morning at the park by paying park fees(USD 100 from Jan to Jun and USD 200 from Jul to Dec)

Maps


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Nairobi
Ol Pejeta
Lake Nakuru
Masai Mara
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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:

Double sharing room:

Triple sharing room:

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


This tour starts from Nairobi. Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (NBO) is the nearest international airport and Wilson Airport (WIL) is the nearest domestic airport.

Airport Pickup/Drop
Pickup or drop off at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge
Pickup or drop off at Wilson Airport on the day of safari: No extra charge

Airport to Hotel transfers
Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Nairobi hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle
Transfer from Wilson Airport to Nairobi hotel or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle

Transfer from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport to Wilson Airport or vice versa: USD 30 per vehicle


Meals


Day 1 (August 18, 2025) - Lunch & Dinner

Day 2 (August 19, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 3 (August 20, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 4 (August 21, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 5 (August 22, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 6 (August 23, 2025) - Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Day 7 (August 24, 2025) - Breakfast & Lunch

Transfer Times


Day 1 (August 18, 2025) - Nairobi to Ol Pejeta takes about 3.5 to 4.5 hours (206 km)
Day 2 (August 19, 2025) - Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru takes about 3.5 to 4.5 hours (158 km)
Day 3 (August 20, 2025) - Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara takes about 5 to 5.5 hours (250 km)
Day 4 (August 21, 2025) - No transfers
Day 5 (August 22, 2025) - No transfers
Day 6 (August 23, 2025) - No transfers
Day 7 (August 24, 2025) - Masai Mara to Nairobi takes about 5.5 to 6 hours (284 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


  • Meals as per itinerary.

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

  • All Taxes and VAT.

  • Park Fees (for Non-Residents).

  • A professional English speaking driver/ guide.

  • 4x4 Land Cruiser or Safari Van.

  • Daily game drives while on Safari.

Exclusions


  • Tips (Tipping guidelines).

  • Government imposed increase of Taxes and or Park Fees.

  • International flights.

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

  • Any activities not mentioned in the itinerary.

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

  • Airport Transfers (Unless mentioned otherwise).

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)

Cancellation Policy


Cancellation Policy
- 120 days before departure date: 5% of the tour amount is charged as cancellation fees
- Within 119 to 90 days before departure date: 10% of the tour amount is charged as cancellation fees
- Within 89 to 60 days before departure date: 20% of the tour amount is charged as cancellation fees
- Within 59 to 31 days before departure date: 30% of the tour amount is charged as cancellation fees
- Within 30 to 0 days before departure date: 50% of the tour amount is charged as cancellation fees

Note 1: In all refund cases, card processing fees (5%) or wire transfer ($25) fees will be deducted.

Partial Cancellation Policy
- If the group size reduces, the above cancellation policy applies to the canceling clients.
- In addition, the price per person for remaining clients might change as applicable based on the new group size.

Note 2: Our cancellation policy may differ for some packages based on the accommodations included, particularly for E3, E4, and E5 packages, to match the respective accommodation providers’ policies.

Addons


Add-on tours in Ol Pejeta
Lion Tracking (2 hours): USD 70 per person for adult/USD 70 per child
Meet the Northern White Rhinos: USD 70 per person for adult/USD 70 per child
Guided Bush Walk (2 hours): USD 70 per person for adult/USD 70 per child
Guided Bird Walk (2 hours): USD 70 per person for adult/USD 70 per child
Dog Tracking: USD 70 per person for adult/USD 70 per child
Night Game Drives (2 hours): USD 70 per person for adult/USD 70 per child
Northern White Rhinos Visit/Riding with Rhinos: USD 70 per person for adult/USD 70 per child

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 490 per person for adult/USD 350 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.

7 Days - Ol Pejeta, Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara

Duration - 7 days

This itinerary includes Ol Pejeta Conservancy (1N), a leading conservation area that hosts the last two northern white rhinos and offers both Big Five and chimpanzee sightings.; followed by a transfer to Lake Nakuru (1N), famous for its pink-hued flamingos and as a sanctuary for black and white rhinos.; then a transfer to Maasai Mara National Reserve (4N), Kenya’s premier safari destination, known for the Big Five, big cat sightings & Great Migration (July-Oct), before transferring back to Nairobi.


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