This safari takes you to the lakes at the floor of the Rift Valley with their unique and majestic beauty. From Lake Nakuru National Park which is home to numerous bird species, to the world famous Maasai Mara and topped off with a boat ride to the beautiful Crescent Island on Lake Naivasha.

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Day 1: Nairobi – Masai Mara National Reserve

• Early morning departure from Nairobi to the Masai Mara National Reserve by road (approximately 5-6 hours) or by a short chartered flight.
• Arrive at your lodge or camp in the Masai Mara, check-in, and freshen up.
• Enjoy a delicious lunch at your lodge.
• Head out for an afternoon game drive. The Masai Mara is renowned for its large populations of lions, cheetahs, and leopards, as well as the Great Migration (July-October).
•  Enjoy a sundowner in the park with stunning views of the evening savannah.
•  Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Day 2: Full Day in Masai Mara National Reserve

•  Early Morning optional Balloon Safari: For an additional fee, take an early morning hot air balloon safari over the Masai Mara, followed by a champagne breakfast.
• Alternatively, embark on an early morning game drive to spot predators and other wildlife.
• Return to your lodge for breakfast.
• Spend the day exploring the Masai Mara with morning and afternoon game drives. Visit the Mara River to potentially witness crocodiles and hippos and see the famous crossing points during the migration season.
• Enjoy a picnic lunch in the reserve or return to your lodge for a meal.
• Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 3: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru National Park

• Have an early breakfast, check out from your lodge, and depart for Lake Nakuru National Park (approximately 5-6 hours drive).
• Enjoy the scenic drive, passing through the Great Rift Valley with stops for photos.
• Arrive at Lake Nakuru, check-in at your lodge or camp, and have lunch.
• Head out for a game drive in Lake Nakuru National Park, known for its flamingo-filled lake, rhinos, lions, and leopards.
• Enjoy a sundowner by the lake.
• Return to your lodge for dinner and relaxation.

Day 4: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha

• Have breakfast, check out from your lodge, and head to Lake Naivasha (approximately 1-2 hours drive).
• Arrival and Check-In: Arrive at Lake Naivasha, check-in at your lodge, and freshen up.
• Boat Ride on Lake Naivasha: Enjoy a boat ride on the lake, spotting hippos, a variety of bird species, and possibly giraffes and zebras along the shore.
• Have lunch at your lodge or a local restaurant.
• Visit Crescent Island: Take a guided walking safari on Crescent Island, which offers close encounters with giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species.
• Enjoy a sundowner by the lake.
• Dinner: Return to your lodge for dinner and overnight stay.

Day 5: Lake Naivasha – Nairobi

• Optional Activity: Optional early morning activity such as a visit to Hell’s Gate National Park for a game drive or cycling safari.
• Breakfast and Check-Out: Have breakfast, check out from your lodge, and prepare for the journey back to Nairobi.
• Depart Lake Naivasha and drive back to Nairobi (approximately 2-3 hours).
• Enjoy a packed lunch or stop for a meal en route.
• Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon or early evening. Transfer to the airport for your onward journey or to your hotel if extending your stay.

Day 5: Lake Naivasha – Nairobi

• Optional Activity: Optional early morning activity such as a visit to Hell’s Gate National Park for a game drive or cycling safari.
• Breakfast and Check-Out: Have breakfast, check out from your lodge, and prepare for the journey back to Nairobi.
• Depart Lake Naivasha and drive back to Nairobi (approximately 2-3 hours).
• Enjoy a packed lunch or stop for a meal en route.
• Arrive in Nairobi in the late afternoon or early evening. Transfer to the airport for your onward journey or to your hotel if extending your stay.