Lake nakuru & masai mara – 7 days safari

Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, you’ll be warmly welcomed by our representative; your host in Kenya. Welcome to Nairobi, a vibrant city undergoing a cultural and artistic renaissance. After a brief introduction, you’ll be transferred to Emara Ole Sereni for a restful start to your journey.
EMARA OLE SERENI HOTEL
Emara Ole Sereni stands as one of Nairobi’s leading five-star hotels, offering a unique fusion of luxury, comfort, and breathtaking views of both the Nairobi National Park and the city skyline. Ideally located just minutes from JKIA, Wilson Airport, and the city center, it provides unmatched convenience for business and leisure travelers alike.

Nestled between the vibrant pulse of the city and the serenity of the park, Emara is the only urban escape in Nairobi where you can enjoy world-class hospitality alongside views of roaming wildlife. The hotel features elegantly designed rooms and suites with floor-to-ceiling windows, hardwood floors, and premium amenities — creating a refined, restful experience in the heart of Kenya’s capital.

After breakfast, depart for Lake Nakuru National Park, enjoying a scenic drive across the spectacular landscapes of the Great Rift Valley. Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch.
In the afternoon, head out for an evening game drive along the shores of Lake Nakuru, where thousands of flamingos create a striking pink hue across the waterline. The park is also renowned for its popular residents—the endangered white and black rhinos, often seen grazing or resting near the lake.
Beyond rhinos, Lake Nakuru is home to a variety of other wildlife, including lions, leopards, buffalo, Rothschild’s giraffe, zebras, impalas, and waterbuck. During your game drive, you’ll have the opportunity to explore different viewpoints and landmarks within the park, each offering unique perspectives of this rich and diverse ecosystem.

LAKE NAKURU SOPA LODGE
Perched on a range of hills marking the western edge of Africa’s Great Rift Valley, Lake Nakuru Sopa Lodge boasts sweeping views across the expansive African landscape.
The lodge overlooks Lake Nakuru and its surrounding national park, a haven for bird watchers and wildlife enthusiasts. The park features a diverse mix of wooded and bushy grasslands, with habitats ranging from the shimmering lake waters to escarpments and ridges—making it a perfect base for exploring the rich ecology and spectacular scenery of the region.

After an early breakfast at the lodge, depart Lake Naivasha and head southwest toward the iconic Masai Mara Game Reserve. The journey takes you through the bustling town of Narok, a key Maasai center, and past the scenic landscapes of the Great Rift Valley, including views of the extinct volcanoes Mount Longonot and Mount Suswa.
As you travel deeper into the Maasai heartland, the terrain opens into vast savannahs teeming with life. Arrive at your camp in the Masai Mara in time for lunch and check-in.
In the afternoon, we embark on our first game viewing drive across the sweeping plains of this world-renowned reserve. The Maasai Mara is a breathtaking landscape of open savannahs, meandering rivers, seasonal marshes, and patches of riverine forest—all teeming with life.
Covering 650 square kilometers, the reserve boasts one of the highest densities of wildlife anywhere in Africa. During the Great Migration season, up to a million wildebeest and large herds of zebra make their dramatic entrance from the neighboring Serengeti in Tanzania, offering an unforgettable wildlife spectacle.
The Maasai Mara is home to all of Africa’s iconic “Big Five” — lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo — as well as a rich array of other species such as cheetah, jackal, eland, baboon, ostrich, and the elusive bat-eared fox. The Mara River and its tributaries are alive with crocodiles and pods of hippos, adding to the drama of the landscape.
With its remarkable biodiversity and ever-changing scenery, the Maasai Mara offers unparalleled opportunities for wildlife viewing and photography. Expect an awe-inspiring introduction to this wild and vibrant ecosystem.
MARA ELATIA CAMP
Nestled in the peaceful northwestern plains of the Mara Triangle, Mara Elatia Camp—named from the Maa word for “The Good Neighbour”—is an exclusive luxury tented retreat in the heart of the iconic Maasai Mara.
With just sixteen spacious tents set along the dramatic Oloololo Escarpment, the camp offers a perfect blend of privacy, elegance, and panoramic views across the savannah.
Perched on the rolling hills of the Mara Triangle, Elatia promises exceptional comfort, warm hospitality, and immersive wildlife encounters. From your tent, enjoy sweeping views of the Mara River—famed for the Great Wildebeest Migration—and catch a glimpse of the Kalema Hills, made legendary by Out of Africa.

Full Days in the Maasai Mara – Game Drives & Optional Adventures
Spend a thrilling day exploring the world-famous Maasai Mara, beginning with an early morning game drive when wildlife is most active. For those seeking a once-in-a-lifetime experience, an optional hot air balloon safari is available at an additional cost. Soar silently above the plains at sunrise, witnessing scenes of zebras galloping below, lions stalking prey, and wildebeest herds on the move. Upon landing, enjoy a champagne breakfast served in the bush — a magical start to the day.
Return to camp for a leisurely lunch and some relaxation before heading out again for an afternoon game drive. The Maasai Mara is celebrated for its dense wildlife population, particularly its healthy numbers of lions, including the magnificent black-maned males. Large herds of elephants roam freely here, along with elusive leopards, sleek cheetahs, and — if luck is on your side — the endangered rhino.
All members of the iconic “Big Five” are residents of this exceptional ecosystem, and sightings of African buffalo are almost guaranteed. The Mara’s vast open plains are also teeming with plains game — giraffes, zebras, topis, gazelles — and an astonishing diversity of birdlife.
The reserve’s rivers are alive with crocodiles and hippos, ever-present in the muddy waters. These landscapes also form the dramatic stage for the annual Great Migration, one of the most breathtaking wildlife spectacles on Earth.
Optional Activities (at extra cost):
• Hot Air Balloon Safari
• Bush Breakfast or Dinner
• Visit to a Traditional Maasai Village
Whether you’re capturing big game on camera or simply soaking in the beauty of the savannah, this day promises unforgettable moments and thrilling wildlife encounters.

After an early breakfast, we bid farewell to the majestic Masai Mara and begin our scenic drive back to Nairobi, passing through the vast plains and rural towns of the Great Rift Valley. Along the way, enjoy the changing landscapes and perhaps a final glimpse of wildlife as you leave the bush behind.
Upon arrival in Nairobi, you’ll have time to relax and enjoy some leisure moments—perhaps a meal, some last-minute shopping, or a quiet break before your evening international flight.
As the day winds down, you’ll be transferred to Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in good time for your late-evening departure—marking the close of an unforgettable African adventure.