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Laikipia/ Nakuru/ Masai Mara – 9 day Kenya Safari

This itinerary is perfect for travelers wanting to combine Kenya’s most iconic safari destination with two contrasting and equally rewarding wilderness areas.

Safari Itinerary

Days 1 – 2: Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Pick up from your Nairobi hotel/ airport and transfer by road to the heart of Ol Pejeta Conservancy, home to Kenya’s Big Five. (drive is  210kms/ +-4 hrs) 


Enjoy 2 nights at Sweetwaters Serena Camp, an elegant tented retreat against the backdrop of Mount Kenya, enjoying game drives in this remote area of Kenya.


Other activities here include Spa treatments, Recurve archery, water colour painting, sundowners, bush dining,  Evening wildlife talks and films hosted by expert guides, bike riding, Zumba and tree planting.  * additional costs may apply for some activities 


Days 3 – 4: Lake Nakuru National Park
Early morning departure and drive to  Lake Nakuru National Park in Kenya’s Great Rift Valley.  (Drive is 160kms/  +-3.5 hrs)
Overnight at Flamingo Hill Tented Camp for 2 nights, enjoying game drives, exceptional bird watching and nature walks for the more active guest. 





Days 5 – 7: Masai Mara
Depart after breakfast to Nairobi for your flight from Wilson Airport to the Masai Mara (Road transfer 150kms/ +- 3hrs) 
Enjoy 3 nights at Basecamp Masai Mara.
Morning and afternoon game drives in a shared vehicle to be enjoyed during your stay in the Mara Reserve. 



Day 8: Nairobi
Depart after breakfast for your return flight back to Nairobi, and transfer to Tamarind Tree Hotel for overnight. 



Day 9: End of Itinerary
 Transfer to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for onward flight.

Safari Highlights

Overview of Itinerary
Embark on a captivating safari exploring remote Laikipia, Lake Nakuru and the renowned Masai Mara. This itinerary is perfect for travellers wanting to combine Kenya’s most iconic safari destination with two contrasting and equally rewarding wilderness areas.


Begin your safari on a pristine 14,000-acre private conservancy in Laikipia, where breathtaking views of Mount Kenya and a diverse landscape provide the perfect setting to encounter the Big 5. This remote hidden gem offers an authentic blend of wildlife conservation, cultural richness and unspoilt wilderness.


Continue to Lake Nakuru National Park, renowned for its impressive birdlife and home to more than 50 mammal species, including lion, leopard and both black and white rhino.

Inclusives


    • Transport in a Landcruiser with open roof hatch for game viewing from Days 1 – 5 private use

    • Services of a professional English speaking driver/ guide

    • 2 nights accommodation at Sweetwaters Serena Camp on a full board basis with game drives included.

    • 2 nights accommodation at Flamingo Hill Tented Camp on a full board basis with game drives included.

    • Return schedule flight Nairobi/ Masai Mara/ Nairobi (baggage allowance is 15kgs per person in soft bags)

    • 3 nights accommodation Basecamp Masai Mara on a full board basis (breakfast, lunch and dinner). Includes shared game drive safaris in Masai Mara Reserve in an open sided safari customized vehicle, and visit to community projects.

    • 1 night accommodation at Tamarind Tree Hotel including breakfast

Safari Highlights

Exclusives


    • International flights

    • Park entry fees of USD 565 per person

    • Visas and health requirements

    • Tips, drinks, laundry & other items of personal nature

    • Personal and medical insurance

Ol Pejeta Conservancy
Days 1 – 3

Resting at the foothills of Mount Kenya and the Aberdare Mountain Range, in central Kenya’s Laikipia County, the Ol Pejeta Conservancy is the largest black rhino sanctuary in East Africa.


Accommodation
Sweetwaters Serena Camp
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Ol Pejeta Conservancy

Lake Nakuru National Park
Days 3 – 5

Located in the Great Rift Valley surrounded by yellow acacia woodlands and bushy shrublands, the Lake Nakuru National Park was created to protect the Lake and its large flocks of Lesser Flamingo, which are drawn to the algae that flourish in the saline waters of this soda lake.

The national park is inhabited by over 50 mammal species including hippo, black and white rhino, Rothschild giraffe, buffalo and eland. Known as a bird watcher’s paradise, the park is home to over 450 bird species.

Visitors can look forward to hiking through the scenic landscape, picnicking next to this magnificent lake, and spotting an array of wildlife on a game drive. Don’t miss the opportunity to visit the beautiful Makalia Waterfall.



Masai Mara
Days 5 – 8


Situated in southwestern Kenya, the Masai Mara encompasses the celebrated national reserve and its surrounding community conservancies, forming part of the Greater Serengeti–Mara ecosystem. Rolling savannahs, dotted with acacia trees and crossed by the Mara River, create a rich and varied landscape. Vast herds of wildebeest, zebra, and antelope graze across the plains, while elephants, giraffes, and buffalo roam freely.

The river’s lush banks support hippos and crocodiles and sustain wildlife throughout the dry season. Predators are abundant, with lions, leopards, cheetahs, and hyenas regularly seen in action. Each year, the spectacular Great Migration transforms the region, as millions of wildebeest and zebra traverse the plains.

Visitors can soak up the breathtaking scenery, diverse wildlife, and Maasai cultural heritage in one of Africa’s most iconic safari destinations.





Nairobi
Days 8 – 9

Widely regarded as one of East Africa’s most dynamic and cosmopolitan cities, Nairobi sits along the Nairobi River and serves as Kenya’s capital and largest urban centre, acting as a major gateway for safari travel across the country.

The city features a growing café culture, active nightlife, and cultural landmarks such as the National Museum of Kenya and the Karen Blixen Museum.

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