Upon arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, our Seneiya Expeditions representative will welcome and transfer you to the hotel.

Take this opportunity to relax and recoup from your flight. If time permits, we can arrange a visit to the Giraffe Centre. Nairobi offers a wide array of restaurants and gift shops to explore. Overnight hotel as per our selection or a hotel of your choice.

Accommodation
Argyle Grand Hotel

Meal Plan: Bed & Breakfast

Savor an early breakfast and depart from Nairobi at around 7:00 am. Enjoy a scenic drive through the Rift Valley to Lake Nakuru National Park, the most famous of the Great Rift Valley lakes and renowned for its magnificent birdlife.

This 188 km² park serves as a haven for those with a keen interest in ornithology. Additionally, it provides the chance to observe rhinos, the endangered Rothschild’s giraffe, large herds of buffalo, and a plethora of various plains game. Sightings of leopard resting in the branches of acacia trees are common but not on every safari.

The alkaline Lake Nakuru, located within the park, has been designated as a Ramsar Site by the conservation community. Although the iconic flocks of flamingos may be diminished due to recent climatic changes, you will still be treated to views of other species, including pelicans, the African fish eagle, chattering weavers, and many more.

Keep an eye out for wildlife sightings as you drive towards your lodge. Upon arrival, check in and have lunch, then embark on your first game drive in the afternoon. Visit the Baboon Cliff, a prime location for bird watching and game viewing.

After an exhilarating day in the wilderness, your guide will return you to your lodge within the national park in time for a gourmet dinner and a comfortable overnight stay.

Accommodation
Sarova Lionhill Lodge

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Savor a sumptuous breakfast before embarking on your journey to the renowned Masai Mara National Reserve, celebrated as one of Africa's most iconic parks, where expansive plains serve as a haven for a rich diversity of wildlife.

Separated by the Mara River along with its tributaries, marshes, and forests, this 1510 km² reserve boasts the highest concentration of wildlife found anywhere. As one of Africa's last true game strongholds the opportunities for game viewing here are unparalleled, making it nearly impossible to miss the chance to observe the Big Five.

During the seasonal migrations – from early July to late September, the Masai Mara accommodates nearly a million wildebeest, alongside Thomson’s gazelles, zebras, and elands migrating from the Serengeti to the Masai Mara game reserves. This natural event represents the largest Great Migration in the world.

Arrive at the camp, check in and have lunch. In the afternoon have unlimited game drives in the park till 6pm. After an action-packed day in the bush, your guide drops you back at your camp inside the park in time for a gourmet dinner and a comfortable overnight.

Accommodation
Soroi Mara Bush Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Awake to the natural sounds of Mara’s birdlife, leave the camp soon after dawn to explore the Masai Mara, followed by a satisfying breakfast back at your camp.

Today is a full day dedicated to exploring the wonders of the park, proceed on a full day game viewing deep into the Masai Mara with vast plains teeming with a variety of animals like zebras, impalas, topis, giraffes, Thomson’s gazelles, leopards, lions, hyenas, cheetahs, jackals, and even bat-eared foxes spotted throughout the year.

Traverse the park's diverse terrain from expansive savannahs to picturesque riverbanks, you will be treated to stunning views and numerous opportunities for photography. Enjoy a delightful picnic lunch in the heart of African wilderness allowing you to truly connect with the serene environment.

Keep an eye out for the elusive black rhino, and be awestruck by the abundance of hippos and massive Nile crocodiles in the Mara River. Consider a guided walk with a ranger - optional tip recommended, along the river for an even closer look at the popular residents. Return to your camp carrying memories of this unforgettable day in the Masai Mara.

As the day wraps up, it’s the perfect moment to relax, enjoy a cocktail, and take in the sunset over the Rift Valley from the amazing view at the Sundowner back at your camp. Treat yourself to a gin and tonic, or a Kenyan Tusker beer along with some tasty snacks as you soak in the sights and sounds of a Maasai warrior show featuring traditional singing, dancing, and jumping - or feel free to join in.

Optional activities on this day:

• Balloon Safari over the Mara plains followed by a champagne breakfast
• A visit to a traditional Maasai homestead, where you’ll meet the Maasai, experience their unique way of life, customs, and traditions

Accommodation
Mara Bush Camp

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

Savor an early breakfast before checking out of your lodge. Enjoy a final game drive as you depart Masai Mara, keep an eye out for wildlife sightings as you check out of the park. This 4½ hour drive will get you to Nairobi in time for a farewell lunch experience at the Carnivore Restaurant.

Finally, relax and unwind as you’re conveniently dropped off at your Nairobi hotel or the airport concluding your unforgettable Masai Mara adventure.

This journey has been nothing short of extraordinary, and you'll head home with unforgettable memories and captivating stories to share with your loved ones!

Meal Plan: Breakfast