5 Days Masai Mara and Lake Naivasha Safari

Day 1: Nairobi to Masai Mara National Reserve

After breakfast in Nairobi, your guide will meet you and drive you through the scenic Great Rift Valley with a brief stop at a viewpoint for stunning panoramas. You will then continue to the Masai Mara National Reserve, arriving in time for lunch at your luxury lodge or tented camp. In the afternoon, embark on your first game drive across the rolling savannahs, where sightings of elephants, lions, giraffes, zebras, and antelopes await. As the sun sets, return to your camp for a delightful dinner under the star-lit African skies.

Accommodation options: Angama Mara, Mara Serena Safari Lodge, Sand River Masai Mara Camp

Meals: (Lunch, Dinner)

Day 2: Full Day Game Viewing in Masai Mara

Spend the entire day exploring the vast plains of the Masai Mara. After an early breakfast, set off with your guide for a full-day game drive, complete with a picnic lunch in the wild to maximize your time in the reserve. Depending on the season, you may witness the Great Migration, as wildebeests and zebras cross the Mara River in dramatic fashion. Your guide will help you spot predators such as lions, cheetahs, and leopards as they stalk their prey. In the evening, return to your lodge for a sundowner followed by a gourmet dinner.

Accommodation options: Governors’ Camp, Mahali Mzuri, Mara Explorer Luxury Camp

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: Morning Game Drive and Cultural Experience in Masai Mara

Begin your day with a sunrise game drive, a magical time when wildlife is most active. After breakfast, you may choose to relax at your camp or visit a Maasai village for a cultural encounter, where you will learn about the traditions and way of life of the Maasai people. Later in the afternoon, enjoy another exciting game drive across the Mara’s diverse landscapes before returning for a fine dining experience and overnight stay at your luxury accommodation.

Accommodation options: Entim Mara, Elephant Pepper Camp, Sala’s Camp

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 4: Masai Mara to Lake Naivasha

After breakfast, depart the Masai Mara and drive towards Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for lunch. In the afternoon, embark on a relaxing boat ride across the freshwater lake, home to hippos, fish eagles, and a variety of bird species. You may also visit Crescent Island, a private sanctuary where giraffes, zebras, and antelopes roam freely, offering an intimate walking safari experience. Return to your lodge in the evening for a serene dinner overlooking the lake.

Accommodation options: Chui Lodge, Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort, Enashipai Resort and Spa

Meals: (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5: Lake Naivasha to Nairobi

Wake up to a leisurely breakfast by the lakeside and enjoy a tranquil morning at your lodge. Depending on your interests, you may opt for a short nature walk or simply relax in the gardens. Later, check out and begin your drive back to Nairobi, arriving in the afternoon. You will be dropped off at your hotel or at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your onward flight, marking the end of your unforgettable 5 Days Masai Mara and Lake Naivasha Safari with Wanderwort Safaris.

Meals: (Breakfast)