Mara Plains Uncovered
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Lake Nakuru: A full day in a scenic Rift Valley park known for rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, birdlife and seasonal flamingos.
Masai Mara: Two nights in Kenya’s famous Big Five reserve, with an afternoon game drive and a full day of exploration.
Private safari experience: Flexible game drives shaped around your interests and the day’s wildlife activity.
Great Rift Valley: Scenic viewpoint stop on the journey from Nairobi.
Comfortable stays: A midrange hotel in Nairobi, followed by midrange safari lodges or tented camps.
Great Migration season: Travel between July and October for possible migration encounters, subject to wildlife movements.
Personalised planning: Choose optional experiences and accommodation preferences to suit your journey.
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your Pita Safaris representative, and transfer to your mid-range Nairobi hotel. Optional Nairobi activities may be arranged.
Travel through the Great Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru. Check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive in search of rhinos, giraffes, buffalo, zebras, and birdlife.
After breakfast, travel to the Masai Mara. Check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive across the open savannah.
Spend a full day on game drives in the Masai Mara. Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve and search for the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, antelopes, and birdlife.
After breakfast, check out and return to Nairobi for your hotel, JKIA, or Wilson Airport drop-off. No morning game drive is scheduled.
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 midrange hotel in Nairobi
One night at a midrange safari lodge or tented camp near Lake Nakuru
Two nights at a midrange safari lodge or tented camp in the Masai Mara area
Meals as listed in the itinerary
Private safari transport in a 4×4 Toyota Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
Private game drives as outlined in the itinerary
Applicable Lake Nakuru National Park and Masai Mara National Reserve park or conservation fees
Great Rift Valley scenic stop, subject to travel conditions
Nairobi airport and scheduled hotel transfers
Bottled drinking water during safari travel and game drives
Government taxes and statutory levies
Safari planning and local support from Pita Safaris
International and domestic flights, unless specified
Kenya visa and travel documentation costs
Travel insurance and personal medical expenses
Alcoholic and other personal beverages
Laundry, shopping, souvenirs and personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Optional hot-air balloon safari
Optional Maasai cultural village visit
Optional bush breakfast, sundowner or bush dinner
Optional Nairobi excursions
Accommodation upgrades, extra nights or services outside the confirmed itinerary
Explore the beauty of our safari destinations through our photo gallery
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