5 Days Safari- Aberdares, Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru

- Safari Overview
  This 6-day safari offers a rich and diverse wildlife experience, taking you from the arid north of Kenya to the lush Rift Valley and the iconic savannahs of the Masai Mara. It combines unique species, stunning landscapes, and cultural experiences, making it ideal for nature lovers and first-time safari-goers alike.
  Destinations Covered
  1. Samburu National Reserve – Known for rare northern species and dramatic landscapes.
  2. Lake Nakuru National Park – Famous for flamingos, rhinos, and picturesque lake views.
  3. Masai Mara National Reserve – Kenya’s premier game reserve, home to the Big Five and the Great Migration.
  Wildlife Highlights
  - Samburu Special Five: Reticulated giraffe, Grevy’s zebra, Somali ostrich, Beisa oryx, and gerenuk.
  - Lake Nakuru: White and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, flamingos.
  - Masai Mara: Big Five (lion, elephant, buffalo, leopard, rhino), cheetah, hyena, and during July–October, the Great Wildebeest Migration.
  Safari Style
  - Guided 4×4 game drives in all parks.
  - Professional driver-guide with deep local knowledge.
  - Mid-range to luxury accommodations, depending on preference.
  - Optional activities: Maasai village visits, hot air balloon ride in Masai Mara.

Park fees
Transport in a safari van or 4×4 Land Cruiser
Accommodation on full board
Professional driver/guide
Bottled water during game drives

International or domestic flights
Drinks and alcoholic beverages at lodges or camps (unless stated)
Extra meals not specified in the itinerary
Personal expenses (souvenirs, laundry, tips, etc.)
Tips/gratuities for driver/guide, lodge staff, etc.
Optional activities (e.g., nature walks, night game drives – if available)
Visa fees (if applicable)
Travel insurance and medical cover
Phone calls, internet, or other communication costs at lodges

Day 1; Nairobi – Samburu Game Reserve
Depart Nairobi in the morning for Samburu National reserve crossing the Equator and driving through changing terrain to the rugged semi-desert regions in the northern Kenya. Though harsh, it is blessed with species rarely found elsewhere. Arrive in time for lunch at lodge. Afternoon game drive to search for the stars of Samburu. Dinner and overnight at Samburu Sopa Lodge/ Samburu Serena lodge.

Day 2; Samburu
Full day in Samburu with game drives .Search for the rare liver red reticulated giraffe, Gravy’s Zebra, Beisa Oryx, Blue flanked Somali Ostrich, Vulturine Guinea Fowl, Longneck Gerenuk. See braving lions on the grass, Cheetah, Leopards among plenty of other plains game. (Optional visits to Samburu villages). All meals and overnight at Samburu Serena lodge/Ashnil Samburu or similar.

Day 3; Samburu – Lake Nakuru National Park
Breakfast at the lodge and drive to the shoulders of Mt. Kenya via Thomson Falls arriving Lake Nakuru in time for lunch, afternoon game drive at the Pink lake referred so for it’s thousands of pink flamingos and other birdlife-it’s a Bird watchers paradise. It has a surprisingly number of animals, all the “big five” except the elephant. Dinner and overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge/Sarova lion Hill/Mbweha Camp.

Day 4; Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara National Reserve
Breakfast at the lodge and depart for Masai Mara crossing the Loita plains, see red clad Maasai warriors tend their multi-colored herds amongst plains game. Arrive Mara in time for lunch. Game viewing enroute to lodge for lunch. Afternoon game drive. Dinner and overnight at Mara Sopa Lodge/Keekerok lodge.

Day 5.Maasai Mara National Reserve
Breakfast at lodge and leave with picnic lunches for a full day game drive inside the Park. Search for Wild game black manned lion for which Mara is famous for, cheetah, buffalo, wildebeest, zebra, leopard, grants gazelle are quite common, even the rare rhino might come out of the thicket for you, hyenas are plentiful. Extend your drive to the hippo point where schools of hippo submerge on the approach of vehicles only to surface seconds later to shot and gamble their displeasure as the crocodiles sunbathe on the river banks mouths agape. Between meals there is optional visit to the Maasai villages for an insight to their culture if clients so wish. Meals and overnight at Mara Sopa/Keekerok Lodge.

Day 6; Masai Mara – Nairobi
Breakfast at lodge and depart with gamedrive. Check out and drive to Nairobi arriving at around 1400 hours. Transfer to the airport for your flight back.