Day 1

Day 1: Welcome to the Wild – Masai Mara National Reserve

Your safari begins today, and we are just as excited as you are. Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed and briefed by a member of our team before beginning your journey to one of Africa’s most iconic wildlife destinations.

The Masai Mara National Reserve is world-renowned for its abundant wildlife and breathtaking landscapes. Expect to encounter lions, elephants, giraffes, wildebeests, buffaloes, hippos, zebras, hyenas, and more than 500 species of birds. You may also spot elusive leopards, cheetahs, and rhinos—especially in the Mara Triangle.

Your First Safari Adventure

0700Hrs – 0800Hrs

  • Meet & Greet at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

  • Safari Briefing with your guide

0800Hrs – 1300Hrs

  • Road Transfer to Alama Camp Mara, bordering Masai Mara without fences

  • Enjoy scenic views as you travel through Kenya’s heartland

1300Hrs – 1400Hrs

  • Check-in at Alama Camp Mara

  • Relax and enjoy a freshly prepared lunch

Afternoon Game Drive

1400Hrs – 1800Hrs

  • Afternoon/Evening Game Drive, Masai Mara National Reserve

    • Elephant Viewing

    • Buffalo & Zebra Viewing

    • Rhino Tracking

    • Wildebeest Viewing

    • Lion & Leopard Tracking

    • Cheetah Tracking (includes light walking for closer viewing)

    • Giraffe Viewing

    • Bird Watching

Evening at the Camp

1800Hrs – 2000Hrs

  • Unwind with rest and relaxation at the camp

  • Gather around the campfire under starlit skies

2000Hrs – 2200Hrs

  • Enjoy a delightful dinner at Alama Camp Mara

2200Hrs

  • Overnight Stay at Alama Camp Mara

Meal Plan – Day 1

  • Lunch & Dinner

  • Drinking water included throughout the day

Day 2

Day 2: The Magic Continues – Masai Mara National Reserve

A single day in the Masai Mara is special. Two days? That’s a privilege. Today, you’ll return to the wild for more incredible moments, with opportunities to witness nature in its raw, beautiful rhythm.

Begin your day early with the gentle glow of dawn lighting up the savannah. The cool morning air, the quiet rustle of wildlife awakening, and the anticipation of adventure make this a time you’ll never forget.

Today also offers the unforgettable opportunity of a hot-air balloon safari—a breathtaking experience that gives you a bird’s-eye view of the endless plains below. After floating above herds of wildlife and sweeping landscapes, you’ll land to enjoy a bush breakfast in the open wilderness—a truly magical meal in nature.

Later in the day, your afternoon and evening game drives will take you deep into predator territory, through dramatic river crossings and alongside herds of zebra, wildebeest, and more.

Activities – Day 2

0530Hrs – 0600Hrs

  • Wake-up & Preparation at Alama Camp Mara

0600Hrs – 1000Hrs

  • Early Morning Game Drive, Masai Mara National Reserve

  • Hot-Air Balloon Safari (optional)

  • Bush Breakfast in the wild

  • Wildlife sightings:

    • Wildebeest

    • Zebra

    • Elephants

    • Buffaloes

    • Giraffes

    • Lions & Leopards

    • Birds and sunrise photography opportunities

1000Hrs – 1300Hrs

  • Mid-Morning Game Drive, Masai Mara National Reserve

  • Spot Elands, Waterbucks, and other plains game

1400Hrs – 1600Hrs

  • Afternoon Game Drive

  • Visit to the Mara River to see:

    • Hippos & Crocodiles

    • Ostriches

    • Rhinos

    • More giraffes, wildebeests, zebras

1600Hrs – 1800Hrs

  • Evening Game Drive

  • Lion and Leopard Tracking

  • Optional cheetah tracking on foot

  • Hyena sightings

  • Bird watching

1800Hrs – 2000Hrs

  • Return to Alama Camp Mara

  • Relaxation time with optional spa and massage treatments

  • Enjoy a peaceful evening around the campfire

2000Hrs – 2200Hrs

  • Dinner served at the camp

2200Hrs

  • Overnight Stay at Alama Camp Mara

Meal Plan – Day 2

  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

  • Drinking water available throughout the day

Day 3

Day 3: Into the Rift – Lake Nakuru National Park

Today, your journey continues to the Great Rift Valley and the world-renowned Lake Nakuru National Park. This relatively compact park packs in an incredible variety of wildlife and landscapes. From its dramatic lake shores dotted with flamingos and pelicans to its acacia woodlands and rugged escarpments, Lake Nakuru offers scenery as memorable as the animals themselves.

The park is one of the best places in East Africa to see both black and white rhinos, along with the endangered Rothschild’s giraffes, tree-climbing lions, and abundant plains game. Look out for zebra, buffalo, impala, warthogs, baboons, and more. With luck, you might even catch a glimpse of a hyena on the move.

You’ll also stop at a Masai village for an enriching cultural experience before heading to your new accommodation inside the park.

Accommodation

Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge
Inside Lake Nakuru National Park

Nestled in a secluded, tree-shaded valley, Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge offers comfort and tranquility at the heart of Lake Nakuru. The lodge boasts well-appointed rooms with en suite bathrooms, plus peaceful relaxation areas including a swimming pool, panoramic terrace, and cozy bar.

Activities – Day 3

0700Hrs – 0800Hrs

  • Wake-up & Preparation at Alama Camp Mara

  • Breakfast and check-out

0800Hrs – 0930Hrs

  • Visit to a Masai Village for cultural immersion

0930Hrs – 1300Hrs

  • Scenic road transfer to Lake Nakuru National Park

1300Hrs – 1400Hrs

  • Check-in and Lunch at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

1400Hrs – 1800Hrs

  • Afternoon/Evening Game Drive, Lake Nakuru National Park

  • Key sightings may include:

    • Flamingos & Pelicans along the lake

    • Black & White Rhinos

    • Rothschild’s Giraffes

    • Zebras, Impalas, Waterbucks, Warthogs, Baboons

    • Buffaloes & Hyenas

    • Excellent birdwatching throughout

1800Hrs – 2000Hrs

  • Rest and relaxation at the lodge

2000Hrs – 2200Hrs

  • Dinner at Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

2200Hrs

  • Overnight Stay

Meal Plan – Day 3

  • Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner

  • Drinking water available throughout the day

Day 4

Day 4: Serenity at Lake Naivasha

This morning, enjoy a final game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park before heading to the lush shores of Lake Naivasha, one of Kenya’s most beautiful highland lakes. Located in the Great Rift Valley, this freshwater lake is a sanctuary for birds and wildlife, with scenic surroundings and a tranquil atmosphere that offers a change of pace from the savannah.

Expect to see hippos, zebras, giraffes, waterbucks, and an incredible diversity of birdlife, including African fish eagles, flamingos, and white pelicans. You’ll also have time to unwind at your lakeside resort.

Accommodation

Eseriani Resort
Lake Naivasha

Located in a serene part of Naivasha, Eseriani Resort offers comfort and quiet surroundings to help you recharge. The resort provides cozy rooms, a relaxed setting, and proximity to Naivasha’s key attractions and natural wonders.

Activities – Day 4

0700Hrs – 0800Hrs

  • Wake-up & Preparation

  • Breakfast and Check-out from Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge

0800Hrs – 1100Hrs

  • Morning Game Drive, Lake Nakuru National Park

    • White Rhino Tracking

    • Lion & Leopard Spotting

    • Buffalo, Zebra & Warthog Viewing

    • Flamingo & Impala Watching

1100Hrs – 1500Hrs

  • Scenic road transfer from Lake Nakuru to Lake Naivasha

  • Stopover for Lunch and Check-in at Eseriani Resort

1400Hrs – 1800Hrs

  • Afternoon Game Drive, Lake Naivasha

    • White Pelican & Flamingo Viewing

    • Hippo Watching along the shoreline

    • Zebra, Giraffe, Waterbuck, and Impala Spotting

    • African Fish Eagle sightings

1800Hrs – 2000Hrs

  • Rest & Relaxation at Eseriani Resort

2000Hrs – 2200Hrs

  • Dinner at Eseriani Resort

2200Hrs

  • Overnight Stay

Meal Plan – Day 4

  • Breakfast and Lunch

  • Drinking water provided throughout the day

Day 5

Day 5: Your Last Day with Us – Hell’s Gate Adventure

On your final day, enjoy a unique experience at Hell’s Gate National Park—one of the few parks in Kenya where you’re allowed to walk, cycle, or hike through the dramatic landscapes. The absence of major predators makes this an ideal place to stretch your legs and explore on foot.

Expect to encounter zebras, giraffes, impalas, buffalo, rock hyraxes, and possibly even cheetahs and leopards. The park’s towering cliffs, volcanic gorges, and geothermal activity also make it a geologically fascinating destination.

As your safari comes to a close, we hope you leave with lasting memories and stories worth sharing. We look forward to welcoming you again for another unforgettable adventure.

Location

Hell’s Gate National Park
Rift Valley, Kenya

Activities – Day 5

0700Hrs – 0800Hrs

  • Wake-up & Preparation

  • Breakfast and Check-out from Eseriani Resort

0800Hrs – 1200Hrs

  • Morning Game Drive at Hell’s Gate National Park

    • Eland, Buffalo, and Zebra Viewing

    • Baboon and Rock Hyrax Spotting

    • Cheetah and Leopard Tracking

    • Grant’s & Thomson’s Gazelle Viewing

    • Bushbuck and Giraffe Watching

    • Vulture Observation

1200Hrs – 1500Hrs

  • Scenic road transfer to Nairobi

  • Enroute Lunch

1500Hrs

  • End of Tour – Nairobi drop-off

Meal Plan – Day 5

  • Lunch

  • Bottled water provided during transfer