Journey Overview
6 Days / 5 Nights
Nairobi • Aberdare Highlands • Lake Nakuru • Lake Naivasha • Masai Mara
A classic East African safari through Kenya’s most iconic landscapes. From the cool forests of the Aberdare Highlands to the dramatic escarpments of the Great Rift Valley and the vast golden plains of the Masai Mara, this journey offers authentic wildlife encounters, elegant lodges, and breathtaking scenery.
Designed for travellers seeking diversity, comfort, and memorable safari moments.
Brief Itinerary
- Day 1 – Arrival in Nairobi
- Day 2 – Aberdare Highlands: Safari from the Treetops
- Day 3 – The Great Rift Valley & Lake Nakuru
- Day 4 – To the Legendary Masai Mara
- Day 5 – Full Day in the Masai Mara
- Day 6 – Return to Nairobi
Detailed Itinerary
Day 1 – Arrival in Nairobi
Arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, where you will be welcomed by our local representative and transferred to your hotel.
Depending on your arrival time, enjoy leisure time to rest or explore Nairobi at your own pace.
Overnight in Nairobi.
Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast
Day 2 – Aberdare Highlands: Safari from the Treetops
After breakfast, depart Nairobi and travel north into the lush central highlands.
Arrive in time for lunch at Aberdare Country Club before transferring to your unique tree lodge located inside Aberdare National Park.
From the lodge’s viewing decks, observe wildlife gathering at the floodlit waterhole — elephants, buffalo, bushbuck and occasionally leopard — all from the comfort of your lodge.
Dinner and overnight in Aberdare National Park.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 3 – The Great Rift Valley & Lake Nakuru
After breakfast, descend via the scenic Nyahururu Waterfalls into the Great Rift Valley.
Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its rhino sanctuary and rich birdlife. Enjoy lunch at the lodge followed by an afternoon game drive in search of white and black rhino, Rothschild giraffe, lion and flamingos along the lake shores.
Later proceed to Lake Naivasha, arriving in the late afternoon.
Dinner and overnight at Lake Naivasha.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 4 – To the Legendary Masai Mara
After breakfast, drive across the Rift Valley landscapes towards the Masai Mara National Reserve.
Arrive in time for lunch at your lodge or tented camp. In the afternoon, set out for your first game drive across the endless savannah — home to lion prides, cheetahs, elephants and vast herds of plains game.
Dinner and overnight in the Masai Mara.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 5 – Full Day in the Masai Mara
A full day dedicated to safari activities with morning and afternoon game drives.
For a truly unforgettable experience, you may opt for a sunrise hot air balloon safari followed by a champagne-style bush breakfast — a magical way to appreciate the scale of the Mara.
The reserve offers some of Africa’s most dramatic wildlife viewing, and during migration season, immense herds of wildebeest and zebra cross its plains.
Dinner and overnight in the Masai Mara.
Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Day 6 – Return to Nairobi
After breakfast, return by road to Nairobi.
Depending on your flight schedule, enjoy lunch at the renowned Carnivore Restaurant or transfer directly to the airport for your international departure.
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Accommodation options
Carefully selected lodges combining comfort, location, and authentic safari atmosphere.
Suggested Category (Mid-Range Classic)
- Nairobi: Sarova Panafric Hotel
- Aberdare: The Ark Lodge
- Lake Naivasha: Naivasha Sopa Lodge
- Masai Mara: Mara Sopa Lodge
Luxury and boutique upgrades available upon request.
Included
- Meet and greet on arrival
- All airport transfers
- 5 nights accommodation
- Meals as specified
- All scheduled game drives
- Park entrance fees
- Private safari vehicle with professional English-speaking driver-guide
- Government taxes
Not Included
- International flights
- Visa fees
- Travel insurance
- Hot air balloon safari
- Drinks and personal expenses
- Gratuities
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