Upgraded Kenya Safari

Travel through Kenya’s vast, jaw-dropping landscapes on an exploration of three of the country’s protected natural areas. Drive past open plains and rolling hills that seem to stretch on forever on a safari in Masai Mara National Reserve. Try to spot wildlife as you pass through acacia-dotted plains, learn about rhino conservation at the Kenya Wildlife Service, and spot wading hippos on the shores of Lake Nakuru. Prepare to head off the beaten path to fully experience this land’s unique culture and mesmerizing scenery.

Day 1 Nairobi
Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer is included.

Day 2 Nairobi/Lake Nakuru National Park
Rise early for our drive to Lake Nakuru, which is known for housing a large variety of birds. We’ll arrive at our lodge inside the park around lunchtime. Get settled and head out to spot some rhinos and other wildlife on an afternoon safari drive.

Day 3 Lake Nakuru National Park
Enjoy two safari drives; one in the morning and one in the afternoon, catching this park and the wildlife at different times of day. Afterwards, drive along the shimmering shores of Lake Nakuru before stopping at the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS). At this government institution you will hear a talk from a representative discussing the issues surrounding the poaching of rhinos and what is being done to manage their conservation.

Day 4 Lake Nakuru National Park/Lake Naivasha
Travel south to Lake Naivasha passing through the lands of the Great Rift Valley en route. This large freshwater lake is surrounded by olive trees and grassy banks. We’ll set off on a boat to cruise the waters in search of hippos, crocodiles, and buffalo. Then, enjoy a guided walk on Crescent Island—a peaceful wildlife sanctuary located in the middle of the lake.

Day 5 Lake Naivasha/Masai Mara
Adventure onward to the legendary National Reserve of the Masai Mara. Once here settle into our tented camp and embark on an afternoon safari through the lands. Pass through acacia-dotted plains and be on the lookout for the African “big five”. The evening brings time to relax in camp and marvel at the vast rolling plains.

Day 6 Masai Mara
Rise and shine for an early morning safari drive into the reserve to try and track the animals that roamed through the savanna during the night. This is the time of day when ungulates like Thompson’s and Grant’s gazelle are at their most active. In the late afternoon, set out on another safari drive to appreciate the timeless landscapes of the Masai Mara.

Day 7 Masai Mara/Nairobi
Check another item off those travel lists as you watch the sunrise over the savannah on your final safari in Masai Mara. Afterwards, journey back to Nairobi stopping along the way at Café Ubuntu, a G Adventures–supported project that trains and employs local women and mothers of children with disabilities. Here, visit the craft centre to meet some of the women and sit down for a wonderful farm-to-table lunch.

Day 8 Nairobi
Depart at any time.