6-days Maasai Mara-Nakuru-Bogoria-Naivasha
Embark on an unforgettable 6-day safari odyssey, exploring four of Kenya's most iconic wildlife destinations. Begin in the world-renowned Maasai Mara, witnessing the awe-inspiring spectacle of the Great Wildebeest Migration (seasonal) and encountering the Big Five. Then, journey to Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its breathtaking flocks of flamingos and diverse wildlife. Continue to Lake Bogoria National Reserve, home to geysers, hot springs, and a large population of lesser flamingos. Finally, experience the tranquil beauty of Lake Naivasha, known for its hippos, vibrant birdlife, and the unique Crescent Island sanctuary. This tour offers a comprehensive Kenyan safari experience, showcasing the country's diverse ecosystems and abundant wildlife.
Day 1: Nairobi to Maasai Mara National Reserve
Day 2: Full-Day Game Drives in Maasai Mara
Day 3: Maasai Mara to Lake Nakuru National Park
Day 4: Lake Nakuru to Lake Bogoria National Reserve
Day 5: Lake Bogoria to Lake Naivasha
Day 6: Lake Naivasha to Nairobi
Activities:
* Multiple game drives in Maasai Mara, Lake Nakuru, and Lake Bogoria.
* Witness the Great Wildebeest Migration in the Maasai Mara (if travelling during the season).
* Observe geysers and hot springs at Lake Bogoria.
* Enjoy a boat safari on Lake Naivasha.
* Take a nature walk on Crescent Island.
Optional activities: Hot air balloon safari in the Maasai Mara, bird watching, hiking Mount Longonot, or visiting a Maasai village (additional cost).
Optional Travel Upgrade:
Travel Between Parks with Light Aircraft: For a seamless and time-efficient experience, consider upgrading your transportation between parks with a scenic light aircraft flight. This option offers breathtaking aerial views of the Kenyan landscape and significantly reduces travel time, allowing you to maximize your time on safari.
Wildlife & Scenic Highlights:
Maasai Mara: The Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes), cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeests, hippos, crocodiles, and a diverse array of bird species, including ostriches, eagles, and vultures.
The Great Wildebeest Migration: Witness the annual spectacle of millions of wildebeests, zebras, and other herbivores crossing the Mara River in search of fresh grazing lands. (Seasonal, typically July-October)
Lake Nakuru National Park: Flamingos, rhinos (both black and white), lions, leopards, Rothschild's giraffes, buffaloes, waterbucks, zebras, and a plethora of bird species, including pelicans, eagles, and storks.
Lake Bogoria National Reserve: Lesser flamingos, greater kudu, impalas, dik-diks, klipspringers, and a variety of bird species, including the African fish eagle and the Goliath heron.
Lake Naivasha: Hippos, African fish eagles, cormorants, pelicans, herons, kingfishers, and a variety of other water birds.
Crescent Island: Zebras, giraffes, wildebeests, impalas, waterbucks, gazelles, and numerous bird species.
Scenic Landscapes: The vast plains, rolling hills, and acacia-dotted savannahs of the Maasai Mara, the picturesque landscapes of the Rift Valley, acacia forests, the shimmering waters of Lake Nakuru and Lake Bogoria, the geysers and hot springs of Lake Bogoria, the volcanic Mount Longonot, and the lush green shores of Lake Naivasha.