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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5 Days Lake Nakuru & Masai Mara Wildebeest Migration Safari

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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

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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