Your safari begins with a morning pick-up in Nairobi, where your guide escorts you to the serene shores of Lake Naivasha. The drive through Kenya’s countryside offers breathtaking views of rolling hills and lush landscapes, with a stop at a scenic viewpoint so that you may revel in picture-perfect overlooking views of Lake Naivasha. Arrive at your lakeside lodge by midday and enjoy a sumptuous lunch. Take a moment to soak in the calming atmosphere and relax with refreshments by the pool or a calming massage at the spa before embarking on an enchanting afternoon boat ride. Glide across the sparkling waters, spotting hippos lounging in the shallows, elegant waterbucks grazing along the shore, and vibrant birdlife, including majestic African fish eagles and colourful kingfishers. As the sun dips low, return to the lodge for a delightful dinner. Spend the rest of your evening reflecting on this amazing day with a drink at the peaceful bar under the sparkling starlit sky.

• Accommodation: Lake Naivasha Simba Lodge
• Meals: Full board basis

Fuel up with a hearty breakfast before departing for the world-famous Masai Mara National Reserve. The journey takes you through the vibrant town of Narok and across the picturesque Great Rift Valley. Arrive at your lodge in the Mara by lunchtime, where you’ll enjoy a warm welcome and a delightful meal, the chance to explore the campgrounds, and even go for a swim at the pool, if it tickles your fancy. Proceed to your first game drive deep into the Mara’s golden savannahs, where you may encounter lions basking in the afternoon sun, elephants foraging through the trees, or a hyena den filled with a new litter of cute cubs playfully running in and out of their burrows. With every turn, the reserve reveals its incredible biodiversity and raw beauty. As twilight falls, return to your lodge for a hearty dinner. Play a round of pool with fellow camp guests at the lounge or relax in the comfort of your room, listening to the sounds of the African night as sleep overtakes you.

• Accommodation: Mara Simba Lodge
• Meals: Full board basis

Pick between a full-day game drive with a bush lunch or two shorter drives with a midday break at the lodge. Two extra activities are available to you—a hot air balloon ride offering breathtaking aerial views of the Mara's dynamic wildscapes, and a visit to a Maasai village to immerse yourself in their vibrant culture, fascinating customs, and famous traditional dances. Marvel at the Mara’s iconic inhabitants and their daily dose of animal kingdom drama—a flock of opportunistic vultures harassing a lone cheetah into giving up his hard-earn meal, a persevering leopard painstakingly dragging his meal up a tree to not suffer the same fate, or even a couple of zebras, thought to be gentle creatures, ferociously kicking and biting one another to see which one will become the Alpha of the herd. If visiting during the migration season, witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of millions of wildebeests travelling through the Mara’s predator-filled plains and crocodile-infested rivers.

• Accommodation: Mara Simba Lodge
• Meals: Full board basis

Enjoy a leisurely breakfast, taking in the peaceful morning atmosphere of the Mara one last time. Bid farewell to this iconic reserve as you begin your scenic journey back to Nairobi, passing through the majestic Great Rift Valley. Arrive in Nairobi by early afternoon, where your guide will take you to a local restaurant for lunch and then drop you off at your hotel or the airport, marking the end of your incredible 4-day safari. Though the journey ends here, we hope the memories of Kenya's breathtaking landscapes and remarkable wildlife will convince you to allow us to take you on another safari adventure soon.

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