Aberdares, Nakuru & Masai Mara Safari
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Explore three of Kenya's premier game parks on this six-day safari from Nairobi back to Nairobi. After settling in near Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, this trip heads to Aberdares National Park, where afternoon game drives lead to accommodation famous for having hosted a young Princess Elizabeth on the night she became queen. From here, travellers continue on to Lake Nakuru National Park, stopping at Nyahururu Falls, before crossing the Great Rift Valley to the Masai Mara Game Reserve. A full day of game drives brings chances to spot wildlife, with an early morning balloon safari and a Masai village visit both available as optional extras. This safari ends with the drive back to Nairobi.
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Tour Overview
Duration
6 daysHotel Rating
star hotelsStarts
NairobiEnds
NairobiMinimum Age
3 years oldMaximum Age
Tours have upper age limits for several reasons, such as but not limited to: tour pace, activity level, and accommodation standards. If you fall outside of this age limit, we do have lots of other tours in Kenya that are suitable for all ages!
Arrival Transfer
YesDeparture Transfer
YesTour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing.Country
KenyaMeals Included
Breakfast: 5, Lunch: 6, Dinner: 5Passengers
$3,615.00
$1,085.00
Tour Style
Group Size
Min 1 / Max Private Safari
Trip Type
Private Tours
Range
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Tour Guide
Yes - for included sightseeing.Group Size
Min 1 / Max Private SafariRange
On this tour, you won't be joined by other travellers, and will just be travelling with your booking party. Some transportation & sightseeing may be shared, check the Inclusions for more information.
Guiding Style
This tour includes scheduled sightseeing with expert guides in key destinations as per the Inclusions, as well as transportation (either with a driver or public transport), plus of course your accommodation. There is no single tour guide or tour leader throughout the trip. You’ll have support where it counts, and more freedom in between. Our cruise tours also fall into this category where you will be looked after by a crew. For more information, check the Inclusions of this tour.
Tour Pace
A balanced pace, with a mix of free time and visits to multiple locations, allowing for both relaxation and exploration. Generally doesn't visit more than one or two destinations per day.
Physical Rating
A moderate amount of walking is required during sightseeing, with some free time, offering a balance between activity and relaxation. As a general rule, you should be able to walk 2-kilometres without stopping.
Trip Type
Private ToursTour Highlights
Included
Not Included
Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrival in Nairobi
On arrival at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, a representative meets you and gives a briefing before transferring you to your accommodation. The rest of the day is yours to rest ahead of the safari, with an overnight stay in Nairobi.
Day 2 - Nairobi to Aberdares National Park
After a buffet breakfast, you drive out of Nairobi to Aberdares National Park through Kenya's central highlands, stopping for a buffet lunch at Aberdares Country Club en route.
Continuing into the park, you reach your accommodation in the afternoon and spend the rest of the day game viewing; it is well known for having hosted a young Princess Elizabeth on the night she became queen. Those wanting extra time watching wildlife can opt for a more extensive game drive, before a buffet dinner and overnight stay at your accommodation
Day 3 - Aberdares National Park to Lake Nakuru National Park
After breakfast, we depart Aberdares National Park with en route game viewing and drive to Lake Nakuru National Park, pausing at Nyahururu Falls – formerly known as Thomson’s Falls. On arrival at Lake Nakuru, we enjoy a short game drive as we continue to our lodge for check in and lunch.
After a rest, we head out for an afternoon game drive until sunset, then return to the lodge for dinner and overnight. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are included – buffet service at the lodges. Overnight at Lake Nakuru Lodge or similar.
Day 4 - Lake Nakuru National Park to Masai Mara Game Reserve
After breakfast we check out and leave Lake Nakuru National Park with an en route game drive, then travel through the Great Rift Valley to the renowned Masai Mara Game Reserve, arriving at the lodge for lunch and check in.
In the afternoon we head out on a game drive to explore the reserve, returning by evening for rest, dinner and overnight. Breakfast and lunch are buffet meals at the lodge. Overnight at Masai Mara Sopa Lodge or similar.
Day 5 - Masai Mara Game Reserve
We dedicate the day to immersive game viewing in Kenya’s finest reserve, the Masai Mara. After breakfast at the lodge, we set out for morning and afternoon drives, pausing for a picnic lunch at a designated site – possibly near the Mara River – or returning to the lodge for lunch, depending on the day’s plan.
We return to the lodge in the evening for dinner and overnight at Masai Mara Sopa Lodge or Similar.
You can add optional experiences today – a balloon safari at $450 per person or a Masai village visit at $30 per person.
Day 6 - Masai Mara Game Reserve to Nairobi
An early start at around 0600 hrs with tea or coffee sets us up for a morning game drive, when wildlife is most active and the heat is yet to build. We return to the lodge for a full breakfast and check out, then depart the reserve with game viewing en route.
A packed lunch is provided for the journey. We drive back to Nairobi, where the safari concludes with drop off at the airport or at your Nairobi hotel.
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Extras and add-ons
If you'd like to add extras or add-ons to your booking, you can do this easily during checkout. Just review the available options and select any additional services or upgrades you'd like before completing your purchase.
Hotels
The hotels listed below are examples which we frequently use on this tour. Alternative hotels of a similar standard may be used instead.
Prices & Dates
Departure dates are guaranteed with 2 travellers. 'Double/Twin' prices are per person when there are 2 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Single' prices are applicable to anyone wanting the privacy of their own room. 'Triple' prices are per person when there are 3 people on the same booking sharing a room. 'Shared' prices are for solo travellers who are happy to share with another solo traveller of the same sex in a twin room - a single room will be provided at no additional cost if there are no suitable travellers to share with.
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