Mara Plains Uncovered
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Masai Mara: Two nights in Kenya’s celebrated wildlife reserve, with an afternoon game drive and a full day of exploration.
Lake Nakuru National Park: Search for black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, buffaloes, zebras and seasonal flamingos.
Lake Naivasha: Enjoy a boat safari among hippos and waterbirds, followed by a guided Crescent Island walking safari.
Amboseli National Park: Enjoy an afternoon game drive, a full day of wildlife viewing and a final morning drive beneath Mount Kilimanjaro.
Private safari experience: Flexible game drives shaped around your interests and the day’s wildlife activity.
Big Five opportunities: Look for lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes and rhinos across contrasting Kenyan wildlife areas.
Great Rift Valley: Scenic viewpoints and changing landscapes between Nairobi, the Mara, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Amboseli.
Great Migration season: Travel between July and October for possible migration encounters, subject to wildlife movements.
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your Pita Safaris representative and transfer to your budget Nairobi hotel. Optional Nairobi activities may be arranged.
Drive to the Masai Mara through the Great Rift Valley. Stop at a scenic viewpoint, check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive.
Spend a full day exploring the Masai Mara. Search for the Big Five, cheetahs, hippos, giraffes, zebras, and birdlife.
Travel to Lake Nakuru National Park. Enjoy an afternoon game drive in search of rhinos, giraffes, buffaloes, zebras, and birdlife.
Enjoy a morning game drive in Lake Nakuru, then travel to Lake Naivasha for an included boat safari and Crescent Island walking safari.
Travel south to Amboseli National Park. An optional Hell’s Gate visit may be arranged before departure. Check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive, depending on arrival time.
Spend a full day exploring Amboseli. Look for elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and views of Mount Kilimanjaro.
Enjoy a final morning game drive in Amboseli, then return to Nairobi for your hotel, JKIA, or agreed drop-off point.
Key reserves, habitats, and wildlife encounters on this safari route
The ideal months for wildlife viewing and safari experiences in East Africa
One night at a budget hotel in Nairobi.
Two nights at a budget safari lodge or tented camp in the Masai Mara.
One night at a budget safari lodge near Lake Nakuru National Park.
One night at a budget hotel, lodge or tented camp near Lake Naivasha.
Two nights at a budget safari lodge or tented camp in Amboseli.
Meals as listed in the itinerary and confirmed in your quotation.
Private 4×4 Toyota Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof.
Professional English-speaking driver-guide.
Scheduled game drives on Days 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8.
Lake Naivasha boat safari.
Crescent Island walking safari, including applicable island entry fees.
Applicable Masai Mara, Lake Nakuru and Amboseli park fees for confirmed activities.
Great Rift Valley viewpoint stop, subject to travel conditions.
Agreed Nairobi airport and hotel transfers.
Bottled drinking water during scheduled safari travel and game drives.
Applicable government taxes and statutory levies.
International and domestic flights.
Visas and other travel documentation costs.
Travel insurance and personal medical expenses.
Drinks outside the included meal plan.
Laundry, shopping, souvenirs and personal expenses.
Tips and gratuities.
Optional Nairobi excursions.
Optional Hell’s Gate National Park visit, including entry fees, bicycle hire, guided walking and associated charges.
Optional hot-air balloon safari.
Optional Maasai cultural experience.
Optional bush breakfast, sundowner or bush dinner.
Accommodation upgrades, extra nights or services outside the confirmed itinerary.
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Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport