7-Day Kenya Trails — Nairobi, Lake Elmenteita & Masai Mara, Kenya
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    7-Day Kenya Trails

    Nairobi, Lake Elmenteita & Masai Mara, Kenya

    Tour Overview

    A beautifully paced 7-day Kenya road safari combining the iconic Nairobi wildlife experiences with the scenic Great Rift Valley and the magnificent Masai Mara. Visit the Giraffe Centre and Elephant Orphanage in Nairobi, relax on the shores of Lake Elmenteita, enjoy a full day game drive in rhino-rich Lake Nakuru National Park, and finish with three days of Big Five game viewing in the legendary Masai Mara.

    Tour Highlights

    Nairobi: Giraffe Centre, Elephant Orphanage and Karen Blixen Museum
    Lake Elmenteita Serena Camp in the Great Rift Valley
    Lake Nakuru National Park – rhino sanctuary, lions, leopards and flamingos
    Masai Mara National Reserve – Big Five and Great Migration
    Three full days of Mara game drives
    Expert English-speaking driver-guide throughout
    Scenic Great Rift Valley road journey
    Karen Blixen Coffee Gardens lunch

    Expert Guides

    Professional guides with deep local knowledge

    Safety First

    Comprehensive safety protocols and equipment

    Conservation

    Supporting local wildlife conservation efforts

    Quick Facts

    Tour Type

    Wildlife Safari

    Best Time to Visit

    June - October

    Day-by-Day Itinerary

    Day 1

    Nairobi Arrival

    Day 1

    Met at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, given a safari briefing and transferred to your hotel for dinner and overnight in Nairobi.

    Today's Activities

    Airport meet and greet
    Safari briefing
    Transfer to hotel
    Dinner and overnight in Nairobi
    Day 2

    Nairobi Highlights to Lake Elmenteita

    Day 2

    Morning excursions around the Karen Suburbs: Giraffe Centre for eye-level hand-feeding, Daphne Sheldrick Elephant Orphanage to see rescued baby elephants, and the Karen Blixen Museum — home of the writer of Out of Africa from 1917 to 1931. Lunch at Karen Blixen Coffee Gardens then drive to Lake Elmenteita in the Great Rift Valley.

    Today's Activities

    Giraffe Centre – hand-feed at eye level
    Elephant Orphanage – rescued baby elephants
    Karen Blixen Museum tour
    Lunch at Karen Blixen Coffee Gardens
    Drive to Lake Elmenteita, Great Rift Valley
    Day 3

    Lake Elmenteita – Lake Nakuru Game Drive

    Day 3

    After a hearty breakfast, full day game drive to Lake Nakuru National Park (30 minutes away). Lions, rhinos, buffalos, leopards and spectacular flamingo flocks. Return to Lake Elmenteita for sunset and dinner.

    Today's Activities

    Breakfast
    Full day game drive at Lake Nakuru National Park
    Rhino sanctuary
    Lion and leopard spotting
    Flamingo watching on the lake
    Return to camp for sunset dinner
    Day 4

    Lake Elmenteita to Masai Mara

    Day 4

    Drive to the Masai Mara National Reserve. Arrive for lunch at your Mara camp. Afternoon relaxation then your first evening game drive in one of Africa's most extraordinary wildlife reserves.

    Today's Activities

    Breakfast and checkout
    Road drive to Masai Mara
    Arrival for lunch
    Afternoon relaxation
    First evening game drive in the Mara
    Dinner
    Day 5

    Masai Mara – Full Day

    Day 5

    Early morning and afternoon game drives across the Mara plains in search of the Big Five. Explore acacia-dotted plains, tree-lined rivers and woodlands. Visit the Mara River crossing routes for wildebeest herds (seasonal).

    Today's Activities

    Early morning game drive
    Mara plains exploration
    Mara River crossing route visit
    Big Five tracking
    Afternoon game drive
    Sunset in the Mara
    Dinner
    Day 6

    Masai Mara – Game Drives

    Day 6

    Full day morning and afternoon game drives in the Masai Mara Reserve. Optional sunrise hot-air balloon (extra cost) or Maasai village visit. The Big Five are always present and the Mara rewards patient game watchers at every turn.

    Today's Activities

    Morning game drive
    Afternoon game drive
    Big Five sightings
    Optional Maasai village visit (extra cost)
    Optional sunrise balloon safari (extra cost)
    Farewell dinner
    Day 7

    Masai Mara to Nairobi – Departure

    Day 7

    After breakfast, checkout with packed lunch boxes and drive back to Nairobi. Dropped at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport for your outbound flight.

    Today's Activities

    Breakfast
    Checkout
    Packed lunch for the road
    Road drive to Nairobi
    Drop-off at JKIA for departure

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    What's Included

    Included

    • All road transfers throughout
    • Full board while on safari
    • Bed and breakfast in Nairobi
    • Professional English-speaking driver-guide
    • All park entrance fees
    • All game drives in custom 4×4 safari vehicle
    • Drinking water during game drives

    Not Included

    • International airfares
    • Kenya entry visa
    • Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
    • Travel and health insurance
    • Gratuities and tips
    • Personal items
    • Hot-air balloon safari (optional, extra cost)

    Important Information

    What to Bring

    • • Comfortable walking shoes
    • • Sun hat and sunglasses
    • • Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
    • • Camera with extra batteries
    • • Binoculars (optional)

    Payment Terms

    • • 25% deposit required to secure booking
    • • Full payment due 60 days before departure
    • • Free cancellation up to 14 days before
    • • Travel insurance highly recommended

    Ready for This Adventure?

    This is just a sample of what awaits you. The complete itinerary includes even more exciting activities and experiences.

    Book now to secure your spot on this incredible journey

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