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Kenya Wildlife Safari – Big Five & Maasai Cultural Expedition

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Duration

8 days 7 nights

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

Unlimited

Languages

English

Overview

Experience the ultimate African safari on this 8-day Kenya Wildlife Safari adventure, where the untamed wilderness of Kenya becomes your playground. Journey from Nairobi into iconic wildlife parks like Lake Nakuru National Park, Lake Naivasha, and the legendary Maasai Mara National Reserve in open-top 4×4 vehicles. Keep watch for the Big Five — lions, elephants, leopards, buffalo and rhinos — as well as giraffes, zebras, hippos, flamingos and plains game across wide savannas and shimmering lakes. Beyond wildlife, gain cultural insight with a night in a Maasai village, enjoy a traditional cooking class, and learn local customs from community elders. This tour blends classic safari thrills with meaningful cultural experiences for an unforgettable East African journey.

Carbon Footprint of this tour 1,750 kg CO2e per person*

* This is an approximate value without international flights.

Highlights

  • 🐘 See the Big Five and classic African wildlife on dawn and dusk game drives.
  • 🚣 Glide across Lake Naivasha for close-up hippo and birdwatching.
  • 🦏 Watch for black and white rhinos at Lake Nakuru, a perfect spotlight park.
  • ⚜️ Stay with Maasai community in Loita Hills and learn tribal traditions firsthand.
  • 🍴 Enjoy a traditional cooking class and dinner under the African night sky.
  • 🦁 Full-day safari explorations in world-famous Maasai Mara National Reserve.

Itinerary

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🛬 Day 1 – Arrival in Nairobi

Arrive in Nairobi, Kenya’s bustling capital, and settle into your accommodation. Meet your tour leader and group at the welcome briefing, where you’ll receive an overview of the adventure ahead.

🌄 Day 2 – Lake Nakuru National Park

Depart early for Lake Nakuru National Park, famous for its flamingo populations and rhino sightings. Enjoy your first game drive through the park’s scenic landscapes, watching for lions, leopards, buffalo and rare black and white rhinos.

🚣 Day 3 – Lake Naivasha Boat Safari

Travel to Lake Naivasha where a guided boat trip reveals hippos, giraffes, zebras and abundant birdlife along the lakeshore. In the afternoon you’ll have free time for optional activities.

🔥 Day 4 – Explore around Lake Naivasha

Enjoy an included boat cruise or optional walk through the Crater Lake Sanctuary, or choose to cycle around Hell’s Gate National Park for a close look at wildlife and geological scenery.

🪓 Day 5 – Loita Hills & Maasai Cultural Experience

Head to the Loita Hills to visit a Maasai village. Engage in cultural talks, learn traditional spear-throwing, and gain insight into daily life from community elders. Share a traditional cooking class and dinner under starlit skies.

🐾 Day 6 – Maasai Mara National Reserve

Journey to the legendary Maasai Mara. Embark on thrilling 4×4 game drives in this expansive reserve, known for its large carnivores, elephants, giraffes, zebras and antelope herds.

🦓 Day 7 – Full Day Safari in Maasai Mara

Spend a full day exploring the Mara’s diverse habitats with morning and afternoon game drives. With luck you’ll catch sightings of predator-prey action and migrate plains game (seasonal).

🛫 Day 8 – Return to Nairobi & Departure

Return to Nairobi after breakfast. The tour concludes upon arrival late morning or early afternoon, allowing onward travel or flights after 6 pm.

Included/Excluded

  • Accommodation: Camping (with facilities), one night in hotel, one night in basic camping Meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 6 dinners
  • Transport: Overland vehicle & 4×4 safari vehicles for game drives
  • Guided Game Drives in Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha and Maasai Mara
  • Boat trip on Lake Naivasha
  • Cultural talk & village visit in Loita Hills
  • Village cooking class & local dinner under the stars
  • Professional local guides & safari leaders
  • Park entry fees where included
  • International flights from Kenya
  • Travel insurance
  • Visa fees (if applicable)
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Optional hot air balloon safari (available at extra cost)
  • Entrance fees not listed, camera/video permits at certain sites

Durations

8 days 7 nights

Tour's Location

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