Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve
At 7:00 AM, you will be met by a representative from Africa Unlocked Tours and Travel for a detailed safari briefing, either at your hotel or at the airport. You will then be introduced to your experienced driver-guide who will take you on a scenic drive to Masai Mara National Reserve. After an hour, you’ll stop at the Great Rift Valley viewpoint for some photography, where the vast, sweeping views of the escarpment are a must-capture moment. Continue your journey with a stopover in Narok for a washroom break before heading to your lodge for check-in and lunch.
At 3:30 PM, embark on an exciting afternoon game drive through the Masai Mara until sunset. Keep your eyes open for elephants, giraffes, lions, wildebeests, cheetahs, and many more species in this world-renowned reserve.
Dinner and overnight at Sentrim Mara Camp or similar budget camp
Meals: Lunch and Dinner
The Masai Mara is one of the world’s most famous wildlife reserves, often referred to as the "eighth wonder of the world" for its incredible biodiversity and dramatic landscapes. Home to the "Big Five" (lions, rhinos, elephants, buffalos, and leopards), it is also the stage for the annual Great Migration of wildebeests and zebras, offering unforgettable photographic opportunities.
Day 2: Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve
After breakfast, set out at 7:00 AM for a full-day game drive through the vast Masai Mara. With packed lunch boxes, you'll have the flexibility to explore the park at your own pace, spotting a variety of wildlife, from predators like lions and cheetahs to large herds of elephants, zebras, and gazelles. The day offers plenty of chances to capture awe-inspiring moments in the wild.
At 4:30 PM, return to your lodge for dinner and overnight, or, if you wish, visit a nearby Maasai village for a cultural experience at an additional cost of USD 25 per person.
Dinner and overnight at Sentrim Mara Camp or similar
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 3: Masai Mara to Naivasha
After breakfast, check out and depart for Naivasha. Enjoy the scenic drive as you transition from the wildlife-dotted plains of the Mara to the peaceful shores of Lake Naivasha. Arrive around noon, check in to your hotel, and enjoy a relaxing lunch.
At 3:00 PM, head out for an unforgettable boat ride on Lake Naivasha, followed by a visit to Crescent Island. Here, you’ll have the rare opportunity to walk among wildlife such as Thomson’s gazelles, Rothschild’s giraffes, wildebeests, and zebras, all in their natural habitat.
Dinner and overnight at Eseriani Resort.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Day 4: Hell’s Gate National Park and Return to Nairobi
After an early breakfast, depart for Hell’s Gate National Park, where you will have the unique opportunity to explore the park by foot, game drive, or bicycle (e-bikes available at an extra cost), as this is one of the few parks in Kenya that allows such activities. Visit the Geothermal Power Plant at Olkaria, and take a dip in the natural hot springs of Olkaria Geothermal Spa.
In the afternoon, depart for Nairobi, arriving by late afternoon. You will be dropped off at your hotel or at the airport, marking the end of your unforgettable safari adventure.
