GROUP OR PRIVATE, 4x4 JEEP SAFARI

Maasai Mara Kenya Holiday Safari

Tour features

Days8 Days 7 Nights
HighlightsSightseeing Tours, Adventure Tours, Safari Tours
TransportJeep afari

8 Day Maasai Mara Kenya Holiday Safari offers an immersive and unforgettable experience in one of the world’s most iconic wildlife destinations. The Maasai Mara is famous for its incredible wildlife, including the Big Five (lions, elephants, leopards, buffaloes, and rhinos) and the annual Great Migration of wildebeest and zebras. Over the course of 8 days, you’ll explore the Maasai Mara, Lake Naivasha, and other unique destinations in Kenya, while enjoying game drives, cultural interactions, and scenic landscapes.

Your Safari Starts: A Journey through Kenya’s Wilderness

As your safari begins, you’re welcomed by the fresh morning air, the sounds of birds and distant wildlife, and the sight of a vast African landscape stretching before you.

Day 1: Nairobi Airport – Eka Hotel ( L D)

Arrival at Jomo kenyatta International Airport Nairobi by an evening flight, a very warm meet and greet welcome by our staff, short briefing and get a transfer to the hotel, Dinner and overnight.

Day 2: Nairobi – Masai Mara – Mtito Safari Camp ( L D B )

After our breakfast, we will depart to Maasai Mara National Reserve, world’s well know animal destination. Arrive at Mtito Mara camp in time for Lunch, Check in your rooms have Lunch and relax upto 03.30pm when we start the evening drive in the park to 6.30pm, back to Mtito Safari Camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 3: Masai Mara – Mtito Safari Camp ( L D B )

After breakfast, we will embark on a full day game drives in Masai Mara which is famous for its savannah landscape and diversified wildlife. The prospects are good to observe all those fascinating animals that can usually only be seen in numerous nature documentaries. We will have a picnic at the Mara River, bordering the Serengeti. The river is part of the Masai Mara-Serengeti ecosystem, which is particularly known for the largest wildlife migration on earth whereby in every year, the huge animal trains cross the brown foaming river full of crocodiles.

Day 4: masai Mara – Mtito Mara Camp ( L D B )

After breakfast, we will make the game drives upto 1.00 p.m then get back to our camp for lunch, relax either swimming, enjoy the hotel facilitirs or just relax in your rooms,(Optional), you can make a visit to a masai village and experince their rich culture and learn more on their way of life , in the evening we will make game drives starting at 4.00pm upto 6.30pm back to the camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 5: Masai Mara – Lake Nakuru Lodge ( L D B )

After breakfast we will drive to lake Nakuru National Park, on arrival make game drives in this famed park because of its bird life continue to arrive at lake Nakuru Lodge in time for Lunch. Have short time at leisure upto 4.00pm when we start our evening game drive with a great chance to see Rhinos, Flamingoes, Lions among other animals. We will get back to the Lodge at 6.00pm for dinner and overnight.

Day 6: Lake Nakuru – Lake Naivasha crater lake Tented Camp ( L D B )

Depart from Lake Nakuru after breakfast to the lake Naivasha making some game viewing on our way out, arrive at Lunch hours in crater lake Camp, check in to your rooms and have lunch. Afterwards start the evening walk with a guide from the camp who will take you around giving you history and also showing you some animals birds and different plant species, no dangerous animals at this place that’s why we do the walk. Dinner and overnight at our lodge/camp.

Day 7: Lake Naivasha – crater lake Tented Camp ( L D B )

Day still in Lake Naivasha – Today we drive to hells gate National park for half day walking safari to the park which is famous for its gorges, drive back to the Camp for Lunch then have a short break upto 4.00pm where we will drive to the lake Naivasha for boat ride Safari to this most beautiful lake among the Rift Valley lakes upto 6.00pm drive back to crater lake camp for dinner and overnight.

Day 8: Lake Naivasha – Nairobi – JKIA ( L )

After breakfast, we will drive and exit to Nairobi City, visit the Girraffe Centre where we will have a chance to feed the Giraffes, get history about giraffes from the guide at the giraffe centre which will include a walk in the nature park, visit the Karen Blixen Restaurant where we will have our lunch, depending on the flight time, you will be dropped at Jomo Kenyatta international Airport for your onward flight back or to the next destination.

PRICE INCLUDES
All park entrance fees
All game drives and transfers in a good customary minibus or Land cruiser on safari
Unlimited game drives up to 6pm (sundown)
Breakfast (B) / lunch (L) / dinner (D) as indicated
Accommodation in a double room in mentioned accommodations or similar
Local English speaking driver guide.
Enough bottled water each day
Detailed travel information.


PRICE DO NOT INCLUDE
International flight.
Visa for Kenya (about USD 50)
Beverages
Tips

– Masai Mara National reserve
– Lake Nakuru National Park
– Lake Naivasha National park
– Eka Hotel
– Mtito Safari Camp
– Lake Nakuru Lodge
– Lake Naivasha  crater lakeTented Camp
– crater lake Tented Camp

Favourable Time

June to October and January and February

High Season

June to October and December to March

Low Season

April and May

Best Weather

June to October

Best Weather

March, April and May (Peak of the Wet season)

Dry Season (June to October) – Best Time for Wildlife Viewing

  • Weather: These months are cooler and drier, which makes wildlife easier to spot as animals gather around water sources.
  • Great Migration: This is the peak of the wildebeest migration in the Maasai Mara, especially between July and October. This is a highlight for many visitors.
  • Wildlife Viewing: Since vegetation is less dense, animals are more visible in the open savannah, and predators are more active, making this the best time for general game viewing.
  • Temperatures: Daytime temperatures are usually mild, ranging from 24°C to 28°C (75°F to 82°F), with cooler mornings and evenings.

 

2. Short Rainy Season (November to December)

  • Weather: Occasional short rains, usually in the form of afternoon showers, but still lots of sunshine.
  • Wildlife Viewing: The rains can make animals a bit harder to spot, but it’s a quieter time to visit, and many areas are lush and green, which offers a different perspective.
  • Benefits: Fewer tourists, and some safari lodges and camps offer lower rates during this season.
  • Temperatures: Temperatures can range between 20°C and 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

 

3. Long Rainy Season (March to May) – Low Season

  • Weather: This is the wettest period in Kenya, with frequent and intense rains, making some roads difficult to travel, especially in remote areas.
  • Wildlife Viewing: The rain can create a more challenging safari experience as animals tend to spread out more and are harder to spot. However, birdwatching is excellent during this time as many migratory birds are in Kenya.
  • Benefits: The rainy season is the least crowded time of year, and many lodges offer significant discounts, which can make for a more budget-friendly trip.
  • Temperatures: Similar to the short rains, temperatures range from 20°C to 28°C (68°F to 82°F).

 

4. Shoulder Season (January to February)

  • Weather: This is generally a dry period, with warm to hot temperatures and little rainfall. It’s often considered one of the best times for safaris.
  • Wildlife Viewing: During this period, game viewing is excellent as animals gather around water sources. The landscapes are still lush and green from the rainy season, but the grass is shorter, making wildlife spotting easier.
  • Temperatures: This is the hottest time of year, with temperatures averaging between 25°C and 30°C (77°F to 86°F).