Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Transfer to Budget Hotel

Touch down in Nairobi and transfer to a cozy, budget-friendly hotel or guesthouse for the night. Meet your safari guide and group (if part of a shared safari), get briefed on the week ahead, and settle in for your first night in Kenya. If you arrive early, you can explore the neighborhood or try a local dish at a nearby restaurant.

Main Destination: Nairobi

Activities: Optional city stroll or local eat-out

Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2: Nairobi to Lake Naivasha – Boat Safari and Nature Walk

Depart Nairobi after breakfast and drive to Lake Naivasha, arriving in time for a boat ride across the calm waters. Glide past pods of hippos and look for African fish eagles swooping overhead. After lunch, take a guided nature walk on Crescent Island where giraffes, zebras, and impalas roam freely. Camp under the stars or stay in a simple guesthouse near the lake.

Main Destination: Lake Naivasha

Activities: Boat safari, walking safari on Crescent Island

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3: Lake Naivasha to Lake Nakuru National Park

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before traveling a short distance to Lake Nakuru. After checking into your campsite or lodge, head into the park for a game drive. Lake Nakuru is known for its birdlife, white and black rhinos, Rothschild’s giraffes, and large buffalo herds. The park’s mix of woodland, savannah, and the shimmering lake makes for fantastic photos and wildlife sightings.

Main Destination: Lake Nakuru

Activities: Afternoon game drive

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara National Reserve

Today, travel southwest to the iconic Masai Mara. You’ll arrive at your simple tented camp or eco-camp inside or near the reserve in time for lunch. In the afternoon, set out on your first Mara game drive. The open plains stretch out endlessly, home to lions, elephants, gazelles, and more. Return to your camp for dinner and a night by the campfire.

Main Destination: Masai Mara

Activities: Afternoon game drive

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 5: Full Day in Masai Mara – Wildlife Safari

Rise early for a morning game drive when animals are most active. You may witness thrilling predator hunts or find a lion pride lazing in the morning sun. After lunch, venture out again to different parts of the park for more exploration. If lucky, catch a glimpse of the elusive leopard or cheetah. In the evening, gather around the campfire under a sky filled with stars.

Main Destination: Masai Mara

Activities: Morning and afternoon game drives

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 6: Masai Mara – Optional Village Visit or Walking Safari

Enjoy a flexible day in the Mara. You can opt for another early game drive or relax at camp. A short walking safari with a local guide or a visit to a nearby Maasai village can be arranged for a small fee, offering insights into traditional life and customs. The rest of the day can be spent enjoying the natural surroundings or birdwatching from camp.

Main Destination: Masai Mara

Activities: Optional activities and leisure

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 7: Masai Mara to Nairobi – Departure

After an early breakfast, begin the journey back to Nairobi. You’ll arrive in the late afternoon, in time for an airport drop-off or to connect with your onward travel plans. If time permits, you can stop along the way for craft shopping or scenic views of the Great Rift Valley.

Main Destination: Nairobi

Activities: Travel

Meals Included: Breakfast