5 Days Sweetwaters Nakuru Masai Mara
Day by day
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Day 1
Nairobi – Sweetwaters Game Sanctuary
This morning we depart Nairobi for your 5 Days Sweetwaters Nakuru Masai Mara Safari Tour and proceed north, driving through lush tea and coffee estates to Sweetwaters Conservancy. Sweetwaters land, the Ol Pejeta Conservancy and its sumptuous ranch were once the private domain of famed multi-millionaire, Adnan Kashoggi. We visit the Chimpanzee Sanctuary, a charming haven established by the Jane Goodall Institute to provide sanctuary to orphaned chimps, and the specially protected and fenced refuge of black rhino with its stunning forty specimens! In fact Sweetwaters boasts excellent game viewing with the highest ratio of game to area of any park or reserve in Kenya. Moreover, the Sanctuary has several private waterhole and salt lick so we’ll be guaranteed unprecedented close encounters. Whether its day or night game drives, camel trekking, lion tracking, al fresco dining or relaxing by pool, Sweetwaters is bound to delight.
- Overnight
- Sweetwaters Serena Tented Camp or Porini Rhino Camp or Ol Pejeta Camp
- Meals
- Lunch & Dinner
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Day 2
Sweetwaters/Ol Pejeta – Lake Nakuru National Park
Depart Sweetwaters/Ol Pejeta after breakfast for Lake Nakuru National Park, arriving at your lodge in time for lunch. In the afternoon a game drive is planned. Besides the flamingos that Lake Nakuru is famous for, there are approximately 400 other species of birds found there. In addition, a large variety of game can be found in the Park including the introduced Rothschild's Giraffe, Black and White Rhino, Waterbuck, Reedbuck, Lion, Buffalo, Leopard, Baboon and many species of plains game.
- Overnight
- The Sarova Lion Hill lodge or Lake Nakuru Lodge
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 3
Lake Nakuru – Masai Mara Game Reserve
After a leisure breakfast at your lodge, depart overland to the Masai Mara Game Reserve-jewel of Kenya's Game Park. This enormous Reserve actually part of the vast Serengeti plains is famously known for its spectacular great wildebeest migration and is a true home of the big five-Lion, Elephant, Leopard, Rhino and Cape Buffalo. After lunch, explore the Reserve on a late evening game drive.
- Overnight
- Mara Sopa Lodge or Mara Serena Lodge or Siana Springs Tented Camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 4
Explore Masai Mara Game Reserve
The Masai Mara is one of the greatest wildernesses of the world. Morning and afternoon game drives are planned. Large mammals are varied, abundant and easy to see. Residents among the parks mammals are; Masai Giraffe, Buffalo, Impala, Zebra, Topi, both the Thomson's and Grant's Gazelles. Optional hot Air Balloon rides are available on this day at an additional cost. On this final day in the Mara, you also have an opportunity to visit an authentic Masai village.
- Overnight
- Mara Sopa Lodge or Mara Serena Lodge or Siana Springs Tented Camp
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
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Day 5
Masai Mara Game Reserve – Nairobi
Begin today with an early morning game drive followed by a complete English breakfast at your lodge. Mid-morning drive to Nairobi. The balance of the day is at leisure for last minute assisted shopping and sightseeing. End of your 5 Days Sweetwaters Nakuru Masai Mara Safari Tour
- Meals
- Breakfast
What is included
Included in the price
- Ground transport in a comfortable safari vehicle for game viewing, photography and touring
- Full board accommodation, meal plan as mentioned in itinerary
- All park entrance fees to include government taxes
- Service of an English speaking professional driver/guide during your 5 Days Sweetwaters Nakuru Masai Mara Safari Tour
- All game drives as will be detailed in the itinerary
- 5 litres of bottled water each for the Safari.
- Start and end of Safari in Nairobi.
- Airport Transfers between the airport and your hotel in Nairobi
Not included
- International flights from home and back
- Money for tips,
- soft drinks or alcoholic drinks,
- visit to the local village
Common questions
How long is the 5 Days Sweetwaters Nakuru Masai Mara?
This itinerary runs 5 days, starting and ending in Nairobi. It is a private departure, so the dates are yours to choose and the pace can be adjusted. If you would like more or less time in Kenya Safari, we can rebuild the itinerary around that.
How many people will be in my safari vehicle?
Six at most, and that is a hard cap. Our Land Cruisers seat seven, so there is always a spare seat and every guest has a window and unobstructed access to the pop-up roof hatch. A fully private vehicle is available on any itinerary for a supplement.
When is the best time to do this Kenya Safari trip?
July to October is peak season, with the Mara River crossings and the best trekking weather, and it carries the highest rates. March to May is the long rains: green landscapes, newborn game, very few vehicles and the lowest prices of the year. January to February is dry, hot and excellent for general game viewing. There is no bad month, only months that suit different things.
How do I book, and what deposit is required?
Send an enquiry and we return a day-by-day itinerary with every cost itemised, usually within 24 hours. There is nothing to pay to get a quote. To confirm, we take a 30% deposit, with the balance due on arrival. Changes are free up to 30 days before departure and our full cancellation terms are published on the site.
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