Savannahs, safaris & Maasai Mara

Breakfast at the lodge. Today, continue with your onward journey towards the Lake Naivasha region and arrive in time for lunch. Spend late afternoon at your leisure exploring independently, or, for an extraordinary adventure, why not walk among the animals on crescent island*. Dinner and overnight stay at your lodge in Lake Naivasha.

*Boat safari to Crescent Island: enjoy a leisurely boat safari to Crescent Island and enjoy the rare chance to walk among wildlife!! The island’s sanctuary isn't home to any predators, so you can safely wander alongside families of hippos, zebras, giraffe, and wildebeest. The opportunity of a lifetime!

Estimated transfer time and distance: 7 hours; 205 miles.

Awaken to the sounds of nature and enjoy breakfast at the lodge. Afterwards, depart for the world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve. Journey along the floor of the Great Rift Valley and pass through the charming towns of Mai Mahiu and Narok, the latter of which is the Maasai capital.

Arrive at the lodge in time for lunch and soak up the breathtaking views of the surrounding savannah. Spend the afternoon at leisure enjoying the facilities. Dinner at the lodge. Overnight stay in the Maasai Mara.

Estimated transfer time and distance: 5.5 hours; 127 miles.

Breakfast at the lodge. Embark on an unforgettable day of wildlife-spotting as you set off on a full-day game-viewing drive with a packed lunch to enjoy on the go. This extra time will allow you to explore the vast reserve at length and discover the spectacular and diverse landscapes of the Maasai Mara.

Enjoy an authentic Kenyan safari experience and look out for the Big Five off on one of the best game-viewing drives on earth! As this magical day draws to a close, return to the lodge and unwind at dinner as you retell the stories of today’s adventures! Overnight stay in the Maasai Mara.

Enjoy early breakfast and on your last day in the Kenyan wilderness, relax at your lodge or, to get the most out of your final hours, set off on an optional Hot Air Balloon Safari*, or a visit to a local Maasai Village***.

At mid-morning it’s time to head back to Nairobi, arriving back in the capital in the afternoon. Get settled in at the hotel, ready to spend your final evening in Kenya at your leisure, perhaps shopping for souvenirs or indulging in the local cuisine in Nairobi’s many eateries. Overnight stay in Nairobi.

*Optional Hot Air Balloon Safari: Experience the majesty of the Maasai Mara from the sky on a once-in-a-lifetime hot air balloon safari. Ascend at dawn and experience the most unforgettable sunrise imaginable as the savannah and its wildlife spring to life in the soft morning light.

**Optional Maasai Village visit: Discover the local culture with a visit to a Maasai Village. The Maasai people are known for their brilliant artisan crafts and colourful clothing.

Please note: The optional Hot Air Balloon Safari is dependent on weather conditions at the destination and will be confirmed the day before. If the activity cannot go ahead, it will be refunded when you return from your trip. Children must be 7 years and older to take part.

Only one of the optional activities can be chosen, as timings overlap.

Breakfast at the hotel. Sadly, it's time to say goodbye to amazing Kenya. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport to catch your flight back to the US. Night on board.