6-Day Classic Kenya Safari: Nakuru, Maasai Mara & Naivasha

After breakfast, enjoy a scenic drive with wildlife viewing en route as you depart Lake Nakuru for the world-renowned Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch and a brief rest before heading out for your first afternoon game drive in this iconic reserve.

The Masai Mara is famed for its abundant wildlife, including the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhino—as well as a rich variety of birdlife and the magnificent wildebeest migration (seasonal).

Return to your lodge in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay, surrounded by the enchanting sounds of the African wilderness.

After an early breakfast, set out for a full-day wildlife viewing adventure in the spectacular Masai Mara National Reserve. Your journey takes you across the vast plains to the Mara River, where you may witness the dramatic Great Migration (seasonal) and observe large Nile crocodiles basking along the riverbanks.

The reserve offers excellent opportunities to spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, and elephant—as well as an impressive diversity of wildlife. Bird enthusiasts will also delight in the over 350 recorded bird species that call the Mara home.

Enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of the reserve before continuing your game drive. Later in the afternoon, you may opt for a cultural visit to a traditional Maasai village to learn about the community’s fascinating customs and way of life.

Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at AA Lodge Mara, where comfort meets the authentic charm of the African bush.

After breakfast, enjoy another full-day game drive in the breathtaking Masai Mara National Reserve. Venture deep into the reserve, following the Mara River, where you may witness the awe-inspiring Great Migration (seasonal) and see massive Nile crocodiles resting along the riverbanks.

The Masai Mara offers some of the best wildlife viewing in Africa, with excellent chances to spot the Big Five—lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, and elephant. The reserve also boasts over 350 bird species, making it a paradise for birdwatchers.

Savor a picnic lunch amid the stunning landscapes before continuing your afternoon exploration. Later, you may choose an optional visit to a Maasai village to experience the traditional culture and lifestyle of the Maasai people.

Return to your lodge for dinner and an overnight stay at AA Lodge Mara, where comfort and nature blend seamlessly for a relaxing evening.

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and enjoy a scenic drive to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch at your camp. In the afternoon, set out on a relaxing boat ride across the lake, where you can spot hippos wallowing in the water and a wide variety of bird species along the shores.

Continue to Crescent Island, a private sanctuary renowned for its serene beauty and abundance of freely roaming wildlife such as giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Enjoy a guided nature walk on the island as you take in breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding landscapes.

Return to your camp in the evening for dinner and an overnight stay at Avian Court, offering a peaceful retreat to end your safari adventure.

After breakfast, depart Lake Naivasha for your return journey to Nairobi, enjoying the scenic views along the way. You will arrive in the afternoon, where you’ll be dropped off at your hotel or at the airport in time for your onward flight.

This marks the end of your memorable safari adventure — a journey filled with breathtaking landscapes, remarkable wildlife encounters, and unforgettable experiences.