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Kenya Lodge Safaris
5 Days Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari
Timed for the drama of the Great Migration, this five-day safari combines Lake Nakuru’s flamingos and rhinos with extended wildlife viewing in the Masai Mara. The route is especially rewarding for photographers and travellers…
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Duration5 days · 4 nights
Safari styleKenya Lodge Safaris
DestinationsLake Nakuru National Park, Masai Mara National Reserve
PlanningPrivate & flexible
The journey at a glance
Tour Overview
Timed for the drama of the Great Migration, this five-day safari combines Lake Nakuru’s flamingos and rhinos with extended wildlife viewing in the Masai Mara. The route is especially rewarding for photographers and travellers hoping to witness large herds and predator activity.
Lodge accommodation, a private 4×4 and several days in the Mara create the flexibility needed to follow changing wildlife conditions and explore the reserve at an unhurried pace.
Thoughtful pacingTravel time and experiences balanced carefully.
Local supportA Kenya-based team from planning to journey home.
Made personalDates, stays and details can be shaped around you.
Day by day
Tour Itinerary
Open each day to explore the route, experiences, meals and overnight arrangements.
Day 01Nairobi to Lake Nakuru
- Pick-up from Nairobi hotel or airport
- Drive to Lake Nakuru (approx. 3–4 hours)
- Afternoon game drive: flamingos, rhinos, giraffes
- Dinner & overnight at Lake Nakuru lodge
Day 02Lake Nakuru to Masai Mara
- Breakfast at the lodge
- Scenic drive to Maasai Mara via the Great Rift Valley
- Afternoon game drive en route
- Dinner & overnight at Maasai Mara lodge
Day 03Great Migration Safari
- Early morning game drive in migration areas
- Full-day tracking of wildebeest and predator action
- Picnic lunch in the park
- Sunset game drive and photography
- Dinner & overnight at Maasai Mara lodge
Day 04Mara River Migration Experience
- Optional early morning hot air balloon (extra cost)
- Full-day migration exploration, including Mara River crossings
- Dinner & overnight at Maasai Mara lodge
Day 05Masai Mara to Nairobi
- Early morning game drive
- Breakfast at the lodge
- Drive back to Nairobi
- Drop-off at hotel or airport
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Included
- Private safari transport in a custom 4×4 vehicle with pop-up roof
- Professional English-speaking safari driver-guide
- Lodge accommodation and meals as described in the confirmed itinerary
- Park and conservancy entry fees for Lake Nakuru and Masai Mara
- Scheduled game drives, transfers and bottled drinking water
Not Included
- International flights, visa fees and travel insurance
- Premium, alcoholic and other personal drinks
- Optional balloon safaris, cultural visits and activities not stated as included
- Tips, gratuities and personal expenses
- Single-room, festive-season or other supplements unless included in your quotation
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