Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Nairobi – Welcome to Kenya

   • Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, our Jossec Safaris representative will meet and transfer you to your hotel. Take time to relax after your journey, or explore Nairobi at your own pace. 
   • You can opt for a short city tour or visit local attractions like the Giraffe Centre or Karen Blixen Museum (at an extra cost).
     Accommodation: Hotel Ibis Styles Nairobi (or similar)

2. Day 2: Nairobi to Lake Nakuru – Discover Flamingos & Rhinos

   • After an early breakfast, depart in a 4x4 safari jeep towards Lake Nakuru National Park, a scenic drive through the Great Rift Valley. Arriving by midday, check in and have lunch before setting off on an afternoon game drive. 
   • Lake Nakuru is a paradise for bird watchers, with thousands of flamingos coloring the lake’s shores. Keep your camera ready for black and white rhinos, tree-climbing lions, and leopards. 
   • After an exciting game drive, return to the lodge for dinner.
     Accommodation: Sarova Lion Hill Game Lodge (or similar)

3. Day 3: Lake Nakuru to Maasai Mara – Big Five Adventure Begins

   • Enjoy breakfast before heading to Maasai Mara National Reserve, Kenya’s most famous safari destination. 
   • The drive takes you through breathtaking landscapes and Maasai villages. 
   • Arrive at your lodge in time for lunch, then set out on an afternoon game drive, searching for the Big Five—lion, leopard, elephant, rhino, and buffalo. 
   • The vast savannahs and golden sunsets make this an unforgettable experience. Return to your lodge for a relaxing evening.
     Accommodation: Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge (or similar)

4. Day 4: Full-Day Game Viewing in Maasai Mara

   • Today is dedicated to a full-day safari in Maasai Mara, with morning and afternoon game drives. 
   • Explore the heart of the reserve, where cheetahs, zebras, giraffes, and wildebeest roam freely. 
   • Visit the Mara River, home to crocodiles and hippos, and witness nature at its best. For a once-in-a-lifetime experience, consider an optional hot air balloon safari ($450 per person) to witness the park from above. 
   • Return to your lodge for a well-earned rest.
     Accommodation: Maasai Mara Sopa Lodge (or similar)

5. Day 5: Maasai Mara to Lake Naivasha – Horseback Safari

   • After breakfast, depart for Lake Naivasha, arriving in the afternoon. 
   • Check in, have lunch, and get ready for an exciting 3-hour horseback safari, where you’ll ride among zebras, giraffes, and antelopes in a private sanctuary—an experience like no other! Later, relax at your lodge, enjoying the serene views of the lake.
     Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Sopa Resort (or similar)

6. Day 6: Lake Naivasha to Nairobi – Departure

   • Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before heading back to Nairobi. 
   • You can choose to visit Hell’s Gate National Park for a short nature walk or cycling safari (optional). Arrive in the city, where our team will drop you at your hotel or airport for your departure. 
   • This marks the end of an unforgettable adventure with Jossec Safaris.