Mara Plains Uncovered
Kenya
Jomo Kenyatta International Airport · Nairobi · Masai Mara National Reserve · Jomo Kenyatta International Airport
Samburu: Two nights in northern Kenya’s rugged wilderness, searching for rare northern species and classic savannah wildlife.
Ol Pejeta: Two nights focused on wildlife and conservation, including chimpanzees, northern white rhinos and anti-poaching dogs.
Lake Nakuru: A scenic Rift Valley park known for black and white rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes and birdlife.
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.
Comfortable budget stays: A budget Nairobi hotel, safari lodges and camps selected for value and location.
Great Migration season: Travel during the relevant season for possible migration encounters, subject to wildlife movements.
Arrive at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, meet your Pita Safaris representative, and transfer to your budget hotel in Nairobi. Optional Nairobi activities may be arranged.
Drive north to Samburu National Reserve. Check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive.
Spend a full day on game drives in Samburu. Search for the Special Five, elephants, predators, and birdlife along the Ewaso Ng’iro River.
Travel from Samburu to Ol Pejeta Conservancy. Enjoy an afternoon game drive and visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary.
Enjoy a morning game drive, visit Najin and Fatu, then enjoy a late afternoon game drive and anti-poaching dog unit interaction.
Travel from Ol Pejeta to Lake Nakuru National Park. Check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive.
Travel from Lake Nakuru to the Masai Mara. Check in, enjoy lunch, and set out on an afternoon game drive.
Spend a full day on game drives in the Masai Mara. Search for the Big Five, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, and birdlife.
After breakfast, check out and return to Nairobi for JKIA or hotel 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
Comfortable budget accommodation as specified in the itinerary
Full-board meals as indicated in the itinerary
Private safari transportation in a 4×4 Safari Land Cruiser with pop-up roof
Professional English-speaking safari guide/driver
Private game drives as outlined in the itinerary
All applicable Samburu National Reserve, Ol Pejeta Conservancy, Lake Nakuru National Park and Masai Mara National Reserve fees
Scheduled Ol Pejeta conservation activities, including the Chimpanzee Sanctuary visit where available
Nairobi airport and scheduled hotel transfers
Bottled drinking water during safari
Government taxes and statutory levies
International and domestic flights unless specified
Kenya visa and travel documentation
Travel insurance and personal medical expenses
Alcoholic and other personal beverages
Laundry and other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
Optional Nairobi excursions
Optional Maasai cultural village visit
Other optional activities not included in the itinerary
Additional accommodation before or after the safari
Accommodation upgrades or additional nights
Other services, activities or expenses not specifically listed as included
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